Incorporated Business Owners: When Low Tax Fails You Later
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The Tax Gazebo is where Canadian tax stops being scary. Friendly, plain-English chats on the things that actually keep owner-managers up at night — hosted by a former Big Four partner who'd rather explain it than impress you.
Hosted by Emily Mantle, CPA, CA
Chartered Professional Accountant, Chartered Accountant · former Big Four partner · post-designation specialist in Canadian income tax via CPA Canada's In-Depth Taxation program, and a recognized voice quoted in:
The Globe and Mail · Advisor.ca · Investment Executive · Eastlink TV
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