CALGARY – ICBA Alberta has released the inaugural edition of the Alberta Construction Monitor, a new, quarterly publication providing ahead-of-the-curve information and statistics on the Alberta construction industry and the issues relevant to it. In the spring...
Kerry and Jordan – before finishing their first coffee of the day, so be warned! – talk about ICBA’s latest featured course and the upcoming ICBA Gala. Employment Standards Refresher Wednesday, April 19, 2023 | 9-10:30AM...
Every month, Telus Health puts out a mental health index report, and the February numbers show that the cost-of-living crisis is having a huge, and terrible, effect on many people’s mental wellness. The Abbotsford News has some interesting analysis on the numbers, but...
The following op-ed by ICBA President Chris Gardner first ran in Business in Vancouver on March 31, 2023. The Prime Minister and Minister of Finance work in a building 4,427 kilometres from my office in Surrey. Judging by the federal budget they released Tuesday,...
Kerry and Jordan talk about ICBA’s latest Featured Course. Contractor’s Practical Guide To Change Order Pricing and Management Gold Seal: 1 Credit; BC Housing: 7 CPD Points April 11-12, 2023 | Live Online Details and registration:...
The following piece by ICBA’s Jordan Bateman first appeared in The Orca on March 28, 2023. Health Minister Adrian Dix’s announcement Tuesday that he was cracking down on the export of diabetes drug/social media celebrity sensation Ozempic came as no surprise to...
Thanks Epscan Industries Ltd.!At Epscan, we understand that managing finances can be challenging, whether it's navigating through times of having extra cash or figuring out the tight spots. That's why we're excited to highlight the fantastic resources available through our friends at ICBA - Independent Contractors and Businesses Association.They've teamed up with the Credit Counseling Society to offer a comprehensive suite of courses designed to provide practical, real-life financial guidance.Whether you're planning for a vacation, gearing up for future purchases, thinking about retirement or home ownership, dealing with inflation, using credit wisely, managing debt, or setting a budget - ICBA's courses are tailored to help those in the construction industry and related fields enhance their financial understanding.Expand your knowledge and improve your life. Connect with ICBA for valuable information that makes financial sense. It’s a great way to take charge of your financial health and ensure a secure future.#ICBA #bluecollar #construction #livebetter #retirewell #gratitude #learn #money #moneymatters #NoMoreDebt #earntolearn #creditcounseling ... See MoreSee Less
Today, on this Day of Mourning, we pause to honour the lives of those that have been injured or lost their lives to workplace injury or disease in B.C.And we re-commit ourselves to making sure we do everything we can to protect workers. ... See MoreSee Less
TRAINING THURSDAY: Navigating Taxes for Small Businesses and Self-Employed Individuals Kerry and Jordan talk about ICBA’s latest (FREE!) featured course.Navigating Taxes for Small Businesses and Self-Employed IndividualsLive Online | FREE!Tuesday, May 7, 2024 | 11AM – 12:30PM Pacific TimeRegister at icbatraining.arlo.co/w/courses/473-free-information-session-navigating-taxes-for-small-businesses...See our full course catalogue at icba.ca/coursesWouldn’t it be great to know that you are doing things right before you file your small business tax returns? Join us for a free 1.5-hour webinar where a Canada Revenue Agency Liaison Officer will explain how to avoid common errors that could end up costing you time and money. Through the Liason Officer Service, CRA offers free support and guidance to small businesses and self-employed individuals to help them meet their tax obligations. As this program is a National program, the information discussed applies to all provinces in Canada. During this webinar, a liaison officer will:• Answer tax-related questions (income tax, GST/HST, and payroll)• Discuss business tax deductions • Explain common tax errors and financial benchmarks for your industry or a comparable one• Provide an overview of helpful tools and services offered by the CRA• Explain general bookkeeping concepts and best practices or offer advice and help with setting up an effective bookkeeping system for your business.Please note that the information provided will be kept fairly general, however, participants will have the opportunity to request a one-on-one personalized visit should they want to discuss their specific situation in confidence. Your private conversation with a liaison officer is 100% confidential; the information you choose to discuss with a liaison officer will not be shared with other areas of the CRA, or anyone else. ... See MoreSee Less
TRAINING THURSDAY: Navigating Taxes for Small Businesses and Self-Employed Individuals Kerry and Jordan talk about ICBA’s latest (FREE!) featured course.Navigating Taxes for Small Businesses and Self-Employed IndividualsLive Online | FREE!Tuesday, May 7, 2024 | 11AM – 12:30PM Pacific TimeRegister at icbatraining.arlo.co/w/courses/473-free-information-session-navigating-taxes-for-small-businesses...See our full course catalogue at icba.ca/coursesWouldn’t it be great to know that you are doing things right before you file your small business tax returns? Join us for a free 1.5-hour webinar where a Canada Revenue Agency Liaison Officer will explain how to avoid common errors that could end up costing you time and money. Through the Liason Officer Service, CRA offers free support and guidance to small businesses and self-employed individuals to help them meet their tax obligations. As this program is a National program, the information discussed applies to all provinces in Canada. During this webinar, a liaison officer will:• Answer tax-related questions (income tax, GST/HST, and payroll)• Discuss business tax deductions • Explain common tax errors and financial benchmarks for your industry or a comparable one• Provide an overview of helpful tools and services offered by the CRA• Explain general bookkeeping concepts and best practices or offer advice and help with setting up an effective bookkeeping system for your business.Please note that the information provided will be kept fairly general, however, participants will have the opportunity to request a one-on-one personalized visit should they want to discuss their specific situation in confidence. Your private conversation with a liaison officer is 100% confidential; the information you choose to discuss with a liaison officer will not be shared with other areas of the CRA, or anyone else. ... See MoreSee Less
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