Canada
Accountants and tax in Canada
Small business accountants, bookkeepers and tax returns. What to check in Canada, our guides for this section, and a quick way to get quotes.
What matters in Canada
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Qualifications to look for: Canada
The Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is granted through the provincial and territorial CPA bodies, coordinated nationally by CPA Canada. Check the provincial body's directory to confirm membership.
From: Hiring an accountant for a small businessCanada
In most of Canada there is no general licence for tax preparers, so anyone can offer the service. Look for a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), and check membership with the provincial CPA body. If you need someone to deal with the Canada Revenue Agency for you, you will need to authorise them as your representative.
From: Getting help with your tax returnQualifications and regulation: Canada
Bookkeepers are not licensed, and voluntary bookkeeping certifications exist. Chartered Professional Accountants (CPAs) are regulated by the provincial and territorial CPA bodies.
From: Bookkeeper vs accountant: which one you needFind an accountant in Canada
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