Financial Literacy Workshop #2: Business Tax Basics

Description

Join us for Financial Literacy Workshop #2: Business Tax Basics, presented by Rise CPA — the second in a 3-part Financial Literacy series focused on mastering the financial side of running a business. Understanding the core elements of business taxation and record-keeping is essential to building a strong foundation and avoiding costly mistakes.

In this workshop, we break down essential business tax structures, compliance requirements, and bookkeeping fundamentals so you can streamline your finances and make smart, confident choices for your business.

Upcoming Series Sessions

• Register for Financial Literacy Workshop #3 (Dec 3) here

Speaker

Lindsay Kaminsky | Rise CPA

Lindsay Kaminsky is an Accounting and Assurance Partner at Rise. After earning a Bachelor of Business Administration from Simon Fraser University, Lindsay embarked on a professional journey in 2014 at an international accounting firm, where she attained her CPA designation. In 2023, Lindsay brought her extensive expertise in accounting, assurance, and tax services to Rise, serving private and not-for-profit organizations across various industries under ASPE and ASNPO standards.

Lindsay’s dedication to community service is evident in her role as Treasurer on the board of Encompass Support Services Society since 2021.

Topics

• Sole proprietorship vs. partnership vs. corporation  
• Tax implications of different business structures   
• GST/PST: what to collect, remit and track
• Bookkeeping foundations and record keeping
• Common compliance mistakes

Agenda

11:30am - Light refreshments & networking

12pm - Presentation

12:45pm - Q&A

1:00pm - Event concludes