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2024 Federal Budget Highlights & Commentary
On April 16, 2024, the Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, presented Budget 2024 to the House of Commons. No changes were made to personal or corporate tax rates. However, the inclusion rate on taxable capital gains has been
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Applications Open for the 2024 Fastest Growing Companies Awards
GGFL is thrilled to be partnering with the Ottawa Business Journal again this year to present the 2024 Fastest Growing Companies awards. This is your chance to be recognized for substantial, sustainable and profitable growth. Eligible companies must be headquartered in
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Employees and the Cost of Owning a Small Business
When the Department of Finance announced earlier this year that it was planning to end “income sprinkling,” GGFL was at the vanguard of local protest. It’s not news to anyone that the protests have grown and the issue has since become a major thorn in the federal
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Short of Cash? 8 Alternative Sources of Business Financing
It’s a rare business that doesn’t experience the occasional financial slump. There can be many reasons for a downturn: From an unexpected dip in the national economy to something relatively simple and short term, such as a major customer who doesn’t pay on time.
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GGFL Beyond the Numbers Event
There are two things that employees dislike: Change and things that stay as they are. So said Future of Work author Eric Termuende, guest speaker at GGFL's second annual Beyond the Numbers event, held at Dow's Lake on May 22. GGFL invited Termuende to give our
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Common Pitfalls of Start-up Organizations
Starting a business is exciting, but it can also be a daunting task. Many will struggle to succeed because of mistakes made during the initial start-up phase. Here are some common pitfalls to avoid so you can get started on the right
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