A lot has changed over the last three years, with onset of COVID-19 and its continual impact around the world. What remains unchanged is the December 31 deadline for capital property transactions. This is important to note if you wish to sell capital property and...
Previously, a Trust generally only filed a T3 Trust Income Tax and Information Return if it had income, taxes payable, or made a distribution to one of its beneficiaries during the year. The T3 Return must be filed within 90 days after the end of...
The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Chrystia Freeland, delivered the 2022 Fiscal Update on Nov. 3rd, 2022. The Update did not contain any significant tax changes or increases. Business Income Tax Tax on Share Buybacks The Government announced that public companies will be subject to a...
by Shane Schepens Originally published to CPABC’s newsroom. As your child or children head back to school in this fall, immediate financial needs aren’t the only academic expenses to consider. Whether your child aspires to one day become a pilot, entrepreneur, scientist, or CPA, their post-secondary education...
Clearline CPA is proud to announce that we have expanded our practice in the Lower Mainland through the merger with Concert CPA, effective September 1, 2022. Concert CPA, led by Victor Yoshida, has served Vancouver clients for over 30 years. As part of this merger: We look...
As part of our recent merger with Concert CPA, we’re also announcing some changes to our office locations and operations, including a new office in south Vancouver. As of September 1: We will start serving clients from a beautiful new office located at Marine & Cambie. ...
Summer is just around the corner, and with that comes the start of Clearline’s summer hours. For the months of July and August, both of our office locations will be closed on Mondays. Our offices will be open regular business hours Tuesday through Friday from 9am...
With significant investments in technology upgrades, remote access and cloud-based service arrangements, questions are arising as to how to best account for these types of costs. The Accounting Standards Board (AcSB) has released an exposure draft on accounting for cloud computing arrangements, with proposed accounting guidance...
If your business accepted payments via VISA and Mastercard between March 23, 2001, and September 2, 2021, you may be eligible to receive money from class actions settlements....
Holdbacks are amounts of progress billings that are not paid until specified payment conditions in the contract are satisfied, or until defects have been rectified. BC Builders Lien Act In British Columbia, the Builders Lien Act (the “Act”) provides rights and imposes obligations on most of the...
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As Clearline’s Tax Manager, Shehzel focuses on tax planning, corporate reorganizations and succession and estate planning. She’s passionate about continuous learning and staying up to date on tax legislation changes and helping clients with succession. In addition to her CPA designation, Shehzel also has a Bachelor of Business Administration and has completed the CPA In-Depth Taxation Program. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling and trying out new recipes.
As Clearline’s HR Manager, Ameeta supports our firm’s greatest resource—our staff. With a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources and over 7 years of HR experience in various industries, she ensures all employees have a positive experience at Clearline. Ameeta’s focuses include recruitment, performance management, employee relations, program and policy development, and employee engagement. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and spending time with friends and family.
Michael is a Senior Manager in Private Enterprise, carrying out reviews, compilations, and tax services for small- to medium-sized businesses. With a Bachelor of Commerce specializing in finance and a Diploma in Accounting, backed by over a decade of accounting experience, Michael is a trusted advisor who helps clients’ businesses succeed. Outside of the office, Michael enjoys spending time with family, trying out different restaurants in the city, and building and collecting mechanical keyboards.
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Victor was born and raised in Vancouver and obtained his Bachelor of Commerce from the University of British Columbia. He articled with Deloitte & Touche and received his CA designation in 1984. Victor was accepted to the firm’s tax group and went on to complete the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants In-Depth Tax course.
Victor specializes in Canadian income tax issues for professional and owner-managed businesses. He has extensive experience with business succession, estate planning, wealth preservation issues, corporate reorganizations, as well as mergers and acquisitions.
Victor was a member of the education committee of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of British Columbia and has held executive positions with various amateur sport organizations.
In his free time, Victor enjoys training for marathons, travelling, and spending time with his family.
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