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Wage Subsidy Reminders and Other Updates

A COUPLE OF IMPORTANT REMINDERS AND UPDATES It has been a little while since my last communication. On behalf of everyone here at Mercer & Mercer I hope that you have been able to enjoy a healthy and safe summer. This note is to provide a few important reminders – more specifically for our business [...]

By |2020-09-03T18:07:20+00:00September 3rd, 2020|COVID 19 Update, General Information|Comments Off on Wage Subsidy Reminders and Other Updates

MERCER & MERCER TAX TIME OPERATIONS UPDATE

MERCER & MERCER TAX TIME OPERATIONS UPDATE Monday June 1st marks the un-official end of tax season here at Mercer & Mercer. While we will continue to be working on self-employed tax returns and work for our corporate clients after June 1st, our office schedule will be reverting back to “normal”. What does that [...]

By |2020-07-28T20:17:46+00:00May 30th, 2020|2019 Tax Filing|Comments Off on MERCER & MERCER TAX TIME OPERATIONS UPDATE

COVID-19 Update #11 – Reminders

A couple of quick reminders: Government Relief Programs As you are likely aware, the government has been rolling out over the last two months a number of various relief programs geared towards individuals and businesses alike. What you might not be aware of, however, is that, as these programs have been activated, a number [...]

By |2020-07-31T15:27:09+00:00May 21st, 2020|Archives|Comments Off on COVID-19 Update #11 – Reminders

COVID-19 Update #10 – Filing Deadline Coming Quickly

A few quick updates: The province is starting to relax some of the travel/business restrictions that have been in place for the last number of weeks to help stem the spread of the COVID-19 virus. While we certainly look forward to the day when things will be fully opened-up, we continue to operate on [...]

By |2020-08-06T17:21:09+00:00May 7th, 2020|Archives|Comments Off on COVID-19 Update #10 – Filing Deadline Coming Quickly

COVID-19 Update #9 – Tax Preparation and the new CEWS

A few quick updates: While the Province of Ontario state of emergency continues for a few more weeks, we are continuing to accept and prepare tax returns, albeit with some modified intake and pickup protocols. The June 1st, 2020 filing deadline will very quickly be upon us. If you would like us to prepare [...]

By |2020-08-06T17:22:23+00:00April 22nd, 2020|Archives|Comments Off on COVID-19 Update #9 – Tax Preparation and the new CEWS

COVID-19 Update #8 – Government Relief Programs

To our clients, As you are likely aware over the last few weeks the federal government has made announcements concerning a number of different financial relief programs, they are in the process of rolling out. This update will attempt to summarize and provide links to some of the main programs affecting individuals and businesses. [...]

By |2020-08-06T17:22:36+00:00April 9th, 2020|Archives|Comments Off on COVID-19 Update #8 – Government Relief Programs

COVID-19 Update #7 – Operations Update at Mercer & Mercer

To our clients, As you are likely aware, since the initial State of Emergency was declared last week in the Province of Ontario, the offices of Mercer & Mercer have been closed. We have however continued to work remotely to assist clients in preparing their tax returns and answer questions related to various Government [...]

By |2020-08-06T18:10:47+00:00April 3rd, 2020|Archives|Comments Off on COVID-19 Update #7 – Operations Update at Mercer & Mercer

COVID-19 Update #6

To our clients, A quick note from the home-office! Yesterday both the Prime Minister and Premier made additional announcements regarding financial supports for Canadian businesses and individuals. Without getting into the details there have been enhancements to previously announced programs, widening of “qualifying” individuals for programs and some new stuff as well. Below are [...]

By |2020-08-06T18:11:08+00:00March 26th, 2020|Archives|Comments Off on COVID-19 Update #6

COVID-19 Update #5 – Office Closure

To our clients, As many of you are undoubtedly aware, Monday March 23rdPremiere Ford called for a two-week shutdown of all non-essential businesses and asked for those who could, to work from home. The government provided a list of what businesses are considered essential. It was an extensive list that included, amongst others, accountants. [...]

By |2020-08-06T18:11:24+00:00March 26th, 2020|Archives|Comments Off on COVID-19 Update #5 – Office Closure

COVID-19 Update #4

To our clients, A quick update on matters related to operations here at Mercer & Mercer as well as recently announced news on the Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers: First off, I would like to extend my deep thanks and gratitude to our fantastic clients who have been very understanding and accommodating as we’ve [...]

By |2020-08-06T18:12:12+00:00March 24th, 2020|Archives|Comments Off on COVID-19 Update #4