Prime Minister Mark Carney announces support for Canada’s lumber industry citing heavy reliance on US exports and vulnerability to trade policies.
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Financial reporting and accounting advisory services
You trust your external auditor to deliver not only a high-quality, independent audit of your financial statements but to provide a range of support, including assessing material risks, evaluating internal controls and raising awareness around new and amended accounting standards.
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Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises
Get the clear financial picture you need with the accounting standards team at Doane Grant Thornton LLP. Our experts have extensive experience with private enterprises of all sizes in all industries, an in-depth knowledge of today’s accounting standards, and are directly involved in the standard-setting process.
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International Financial Reporting Standards
Whether you are already using IFRS or considering a transition to this global framework, Doane Grant Thornton LLP’s accounting standards team is here to help.
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Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations
From small, community organizations to large, national charities, you can count on Doane Grant Thornton LLP’s accounting standards team for in-depth knowledge and trusted advice.
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Public Sector Accounting Standards
Working for a public-sector organization comes with a unique set of requirements for accounting and financial reporting. Doane Grant Thornton LLP’s accounting standards team has the practical, public-sector experience and in-depth knowledge you need.
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Tax planning and compliance
Whether you are a private or public organization, your goal is to manage the critical aspects of tax compliance, and achieve the most effective results. At Doane Grant Thornton, we focus on delivering relevant advice, and providing an integrated planning approach to help you fulfill compliance obligations.
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Research and development and government incentives
Are you developing innovative processes or products, undertaking experimentation or solving technological problems? If so, you may qualify to claim SR&ED tax credits. This Canadian federal government initiative is designed to encourage and support innovation in Canada. Our R&D professionals are a highly-trained, diverse team of practitioners that are engineers, scientists and specialized accountants.
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Indirect tax
Keeping track of changes and developments in GST/HST, Quebec sales tax and other provincial sales taxes across Canada, can be a full-time job. The consequences for failing to adequately manage your organization’s sales tax obligations can be significant - from assessments, to forgone recoveries and cash flow implications, to customer or reputational risk.
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US corporate tax
The United States has a very complex and regulated tax environment, that may undergo significant changes. Cross-border tax issues could become even more challenging for Canadian businesses looking for growth and prosperity in the biggest economy in the world.
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Cross-border personal tax
In an increasingly flexible world, moving across the border may be more viable for Canadians and Americans; however, relocating may also have complex tax implications.
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International tax
While there is great opportunity for businesses looking to expand globally, organizations are under increasing tax scrutiny. Regardless of your company’s size and level of international involvement—whether you’re working abroad, investing, buying and selling, borrowing or manufacturing—doing business beyond Canada’s borders comes with its fair share of tax risks.
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Succession & estate planning
Like many private business owners today, you’ve spent your career building and running your business successfully. Now you’re faced with deciding on a successor—a successor who may or may not want your direct involvement and share your vision.
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Tax Reporting & Advisory
The financial and tax reporting obligations of public markets and global tax authorities take significant resources and investment to manage. This requires calculating global tax provision estimates under US GAAP, IFRS, and other frameworks, and reconciling this reporting with tax compliance obligations.
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Transfer pricing
Recognized as a leader in the transfer pricing community, our award-winning team can help you expand your business beyond borders with confidence.
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Transactions
Our transactions group takes a client-centric, integrated approach, focused on helping you make and implement the best financial strategies. We offer meaningful, actionable and holistic advice to allow you to create value, manage risks and seize opportunities. It’s what we do best: help great organizations like yours grow and thrive.
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Restructuring
We bring a wide range of services to both individuals and businesses – including shareholders, executives, directors, lenders, creditors and other advisors who are dealing with a corporation experiencing financial challenges.
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Forensics
Market-driven expertise in investigation, dispute resolution and digital forensics
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Cybersecurity
Viruses. Phishing. Malware infections. Malpractice by employees. Espionage. Data ransom and theft. Fraud. Cybercrime is now a leading risk to all businesses.
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Consulting
Running a business is challenging and you need advice you can rely on at anytime you need it. Our team dives deep into your issues, looking holistically at your organization to understand your people, processes, and systems needs at the root of your pain points. The intersection of these three things is critical to develop the solutions you need today.
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Creditor updates
Updates for creditors, limited partners, investors and shareholders.
With Canada facing record levels of illicit funds, business leaders should prudently decline to provide services when a client can't credibly explain source of funds, strengthening AML efforts.
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Governance, risk and compliance
Effective, risk management—including governance and regulatory compliance—can lead to tangible, long-term business improvements. And be a source of significant competitive advantage.
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Internal audit
Organizations thrive when they are constantly innovating, improving or creating new services and products and envisioning new markets and growth opportunities.
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Certification – SOX
The corporate governance landscape is challenging at the best of times for public companies and their subsidiaries in Canada, the United States and around the world.
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Third party assurance
Naturally, clients and stakeholders want reassurance that there are appropriate controls and safeguards over the data and processes being used to service their business. It’s critical.
Preparing for an exit or looking to grow? We are here to help you navigate the complexities of buying or selling a business. Our team collaboratively works with you - through each stage of the process and every critical decision - to help you identify opportunities and mitigate risks. Together we work towards an optimal outcome.
The start of a thriving new season for Victoria grocery chain The Root Cellar
Deal AnnouncementTwo BC-based food and beverage businesses committed to serving their local communities
Mid-Island Co-op acquires Discovery Foods
Deal AnnouncementTwo BC-based food and beverage businesses committed to serving their local communities
Apogee Ceramics successfully completes a management buyout
Deal AnnouncementThe founders at Apogee Ceramics were able to retire with peace of mind knowing the company and its legacy was left in the hands of their trusted management team.
O’Hara Truck & Excavating has been acquired by Alfred Beam Excavating
Deal AnnouncementTwo local, longstanding construction companies in the Niagara Region join forces through a values-driven sale guided by Doane Grant Thornton
Anderson’s Lodge Ltd. has been acquired by Walleye Point Corporation
Deal AnnouncementPremier Ontario fishing lodge finds local buyers to continue legacy
Sentrimax Centrifuges Inc. acquired by Strive Equity Partners
Deal AnnouncementSentrimax Centrifuges Inc. acquired by Strive Equity Partners
OutFront Portable Solutions has been acquired by B.A. Loney Services
Deal AnnouncementSupporting a local legacy in Canadian manufacturing
McMillan-McGee Corp acquired by GEF Capital Partners
Deal AnnouncementFostering future growth and a positive environmental impact
Charlottetown-based auto retailer sold business to its employee Jason Sheppard
Deal AnnouncementLocal used vehicle, parts, and service center Phillips Auto Sales Limited has transitioned ownership to its committed employee, Jason Sheppard
Totem Towing has been acquired by Reliable Fleet Services
Deal announcementFounded in 1973, Totem Towing has grown from a service-provider with one tow truck to a fleet of over 30 tow trucks and trailers to meet the needs of the local Victoria area.
R.M. Cooper Limited acquired by One Vision Farms
Deal announcementR.M. Cooper Limited, an iconic PEI convenience store and gas station, is bought by One Vision Farms.
Canadian business Miramar Holdings Ltd.'s operating companies are acquired by IBP Investments Inc.
Deal announcementMiramar Holdings Ltd. has operated five Home Hardware stores across Western Canada for over a decade. In that time, Home Hardware has become known as Canada's largest dealer-owned hardware, lumber, building materials, furniture, and home improvement retailer.
KDN Pavement Markings has been acquired by Alchemy Capital Partners
Deal announcementWhen the owners at KDN decided they were ready to sell, they approached our M&A team to help them through the sale process. Our advisors helped them find a buyer that understood their company and were excited to work with management to preserve the company’s legacy.
Corporate Business Solutions (Canada) Inc. has been acquired by NextGen Automation Ltd.
Deal announcementCorporate Business Solutions (Canada) Inc. provides networked multi-function office equipment and software solutions across Canada. With the help of our M&A team, Corporate Business Solutions was successfully acquired by NextGen Automation Ltd. The buyer had previously acquired multiple other businesses in this industry, which benefits Corporate Business Solutions by providing access to additional resources, entry into new regions, and the possibility to grow into the managed IT services industry.
AGM Glass Fabricators has been acquired by Petwin Bancorp Private Equity
Deal announcementAGM Glass Fabricators grew from humble beginnings in Winnipeg to become the largest glass fabricator in Manitoba. The business, founded in 2008, has built a trusted reputation for supplying residential and commercial glass products and services across Manitoba, Ontario, and Saskatchewan.
Diros Technology Inc. has been acquired by Avanos Medical, Inc.
Deal announcementCanadian College of Health Science & Technology (CCHST) is a family-owned, private career college located in Windsor, Ontario, that specializes in healthcare, business, and IT programs. CCHST takes pride in ensuring that its students are well-prepared to enter the workforce and further their careers.
Canadian College of Health Science & Technology acquired by a strategic buyer
Deal announcementCanadian College of Health Science & Technology (CCHST) is a family-owned, private career college located in Windsor, Ontario, that specializes in healthcare, business, and IT programs. CCHST takes pride in ensuring that its students are well-prepared to enter the workforce and further their careers.
Family-owned building supplies business joins The Connected Group
Deal announcement1007801 Ontario Ltd. is a family business that operates three prominent and reputable home improvement and building supply providers in the Muskoka, Ontario region. Founded in 1993, the second-generation business, run by three siblings, operates Severn Timber Mart, Brechin Timber Mart, and Home and Cottage Interiors.