Service: Free meetings with specialists from the upa’s accounting and tax service
UPA’s accounting and tax services (SCF-UPA) work closely with certified public accountant (CPA) firms that have extensive agriculture expertise. These firms offer a range of services to meet your needs, including accounting, tax, financial advice and specialized management. Nearly 12,000 businesses benefit from these services.
Whether you are starting, growing or transferring a farm business, it’s a good idea to talk to a tax specialist to help you navigate the often complex rules you’ll need to follow. Getting a handle on the various tax-related concerns will enable you to make informed fiscal and financial decisions, including on the following issues:
The legal structure of your farm business and your tax status as a farmer include the following elements:
Income
- Income Income types and how they differ
- Definition of farm income
- Fiscal year
Business accounting
- Definition of bookkeeping
- Minimum bookkeeping requirements
- Customized accounting methods
- Recommended management practices for reducing the tax you pay
Applicable tax rules
- Eligibility for different tax programs
- Tax obligations
- Business sale
- Tax perks for women farmers
Legal impacts of matrimonial regimes on businesses
- Agreements between shareholders
- Wills
To arrange a meeting with one of our accountants or tax specialists, simply complete our online form We will get in touch with you to book an appointment.
For further information, contact us 514-431-3756 | fed.agricultrices@upa.qc.ca
