LLT
45515 Knight Road V2R5L2 Chilliwack, BC, Canada

Have you purchased or do you expect to purchase equipment and machinery between September 17, 2020 and September 30, 2021? Starting on April 1, 2021 you could be eligible to receive a PST refund for the total amount of PST paid on select machinery and equipment. Please see the link below for eligibility requirements, qualifying machinery and equipment, and information on how to apply: https://www2.gov.bc.ca//sa/pst/rebate-machinery-equipment... All incorporated businesses except the following are eligible to apply: Crown corporations (federal or provincial) Local government corporations Charities and non-profit corporations, except incorporated businesses wholly or partly owned by charities and non-profit corporations Schools, school boards and universities, including business, trade and vocational schools Hospitals Regional health boards and community health councils designated under the Health Authorities Act Agents of the government and of the other entities listed above, to the extent that the PST is paid in their capacity as an agent Unincorporated entities, such as sole proprietors, cannot apply. Not sure if your purchase would qualify? Give us a call at 604-858-4990 or e-mail [email protected] for assistance! Warm wishes, Partners at LLT LLP

Are you ready to join us in our mission to assist businesses across the Fraser Valley and beyond? We're looking to add a number of staff to our ranks in both temporary and permanent capacities. LLT provides a fun and enjoyable work environment, with opportunity for growth, a wide variety of problems to tackle, and provides a great example of what public practice has to offer. We're looking for people who want to contribute to a great team atmosphere, who enjoy challenge and ...growth, and who are passionate about providing excellent client service. To view full job postings, please visit the following: (1) - Google "LLT Job postings" (2) - Visit https://www.lltcpa.ca/employment-opportunities/ If you believe that you may fit the bill, please send your resume to [email protected]

Happy New Year! We are looking forward to assisting our fantastic clients for another year and wish you all the best in 2021. Reminder that our office will resume our regular hours of 8:30AM - 5:00PM as of January 4, 2021.

Merry Christmas & happy holidays from LLT! Please note that that our hours will be as follows: December 24 - Closed at 1:00pm. December 25 - Closed all day. December 31 - Closed at 3:00pm.... January 1 - Closed all day. See more

Greetings everyone! Friendly reminder that Canada.ca has a great summary of benefits available. Support for individuals (self-employed and employees)... Persons with disabilities Post secondary students and recent graduates Seniors Indigenous peoples There are also various support programs for businesses: Payroll support Financial support, loans, and access to credit Targeted support for young entrepreneurs and women entrepreneurs Indigenous businesses If you believe you may be eligible for any of the programs above - we encourage you to take a deeper look by clicking the link below. https://www.canada.ca//ben/covid19-emergency-benefits.html If you have any questions about the programs above, please feel free to reach us at 604-858-4990. We would be more than happy to assist. Sincerely, Partners of LLT LLP

Last weekend some our best golfers (Crystal, Matt, Isaac, and Casey) went out to represent LLT at the Unity Christian School Annual Golf Tournament. - The team scored an impressive 4 under par; mainly pars, several bogeys but also six birdies - Crystal won the Women’s Longest Drive on Hole #7... - Matt had an impressive chip on Hole #3 for a two on a par three hole - Isaac had several impressive approach shots to put the team close - Casey came within three feet (closest of the day but close only counts in horseshoe and hand grenades) of getting a hole in one to win a car. Thanks for representing LLT so well, team! Definitely working on one of our core values Smart work with a dose of fun! If you see them out training on one of Chilliwack’s great golf courses feel free to say hello!

Dear valued clients, A small business relief grant of up to $5,000 has just been made available to small businesses across Canada! The Canada United Small Business Relief Fund will be managed by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce on behalf of the national Chamber network in support of other chambers and partners to help small Canadian businesses with their recovery efforts as a result of COVID-19.... If awarded, a relief grant can be used for any of the following activities: Purchasing personal protective equipment (PPE) such as masks, face shields, and latex gloves. Renovating physical space to adhere to local, Provincial or Federal reopening guidelines. Developing or improving e-commerce capabilities for your business. Successful applicants will receive a relief grant of up to $5,000. The intent of this fund is to support local businesses of all kinds from across the country (from retailers to barber shops to farmers). We have included some very important links below which outline information about the organization providing the grant, eligibility criteria, application checklist, and the application itself. We strongly encourage you to explore this opportunity - and fast - as it is on a first come, first served, basis. For the homepage of the grant: https://www.gocanadaunited.ca/ For program guidelines: https://occ.ca//up/Canada-United-Program-Guidelines-EN.pdf For the Pre-Application checklist: https://occ.ca//Canada-United-Pre-Application-Check-List-E For the direct link to apply in BC: https://www.surveygizmo.com///Canada-United-Application-BC If you would like any additional information or assistance in determining your eligibility, please do not hesitate to reach us at 604-858-4990. Sincerely, Partners at LLT LLP

Happy Labour Day, Canada!

Dear valued clients, Originally launched on April 9, 2020, CEBA is intended to support businesses by providing financing for their expenses that cannot be avoided or deferred as they take steps to safely navigate a period of shutdown, thereby helping to position businesses for successful relaunch when the economy reopens. This $55 billion program provides interest-free loans of up to $40,000 to small businesses and not-for-profits.... Repaying the balance of the loan on or before December 31, 2022 will result in loan forgiveness of 25 percent (up to $10,000). You must complete the CEBA application at your primary financial institution by latest August 31st, 2020. After completing the application with your financial institution, you must upload supporting documentation by latest September 3rd, 2020. More details about CEBA can be found here: https://ceba-cuec.ca/ Eligibility requirements and other information can be found at the link above, but to summarize who may be eligible: The Borrower is a Canadian operating business in operation as of March 1, 2020. The Borrower has a federal tax registration. The Borrower’s total employment income paid in the 2019 calendar year was between Cdn.$20,000 and Cdn.$1,500,000. For applicants with Cdn.$20,000 or less in total employment income paid in the 2019 calendar year: o The Borrower has a Canada Revenue Agency business number and has filed a 2018 or 2019 tax return. o The Borrower has eligible non-deferrable expenses between Cdn.$40,000 and Cdn.$1,500,000. Eligible non-deferrable expenses could include costs such as rent, property taxes, utilities, and insurance. Expenses will be subject to verification and audit by the Government of Canada. The Borrower has an active business chequing/operating account with the Lender, which is its primary financial institution. This account was opened on or prior to March 1, 2020 and was not in arrears on existing borrowing facilities, if applicable, with the Lender by 90 days or more as at March 1, 2020. The Borrower has not previously used the Program and will not apply for support under the Program at any other financial institution. The Borrower acknowledges its intention to continue to operate its business or to resume operations. The Borrower agrees to participate in post-funding surveys conducted by the Government of Canada or any of its agents. We understand that there are a lot of details involved and are here to help! For assistance with determining your eligibility, the application process, or any other questions, please do not hesitate to reach us at 604-858-4990 or [email protected] The application process is closing soon, so make sure to reach out as soon as possible in order to secure the funds you need to succeed. Sincerely, Partners at LLT LLP