Blogs

April 2025 - 2025-04-01

Alberta AI Data Centers: Sustainable Tech Hub & Cybersecurity Leader in 2024

Alberta AI Data Centers: Sustainable Tech Hub & Cybersecurity Leader in 2024

Alberta is emerging as a key hub for AI data centers in North America, thanks to a forward-thinking strategy that leverages its abundant natural resources and favorable climate. In December 2024, the provincial government introduced the “Powering the Future of Artificial Intelligence” strategy—a comprehensive initiative aimed at attracting significant investments and fostering innovation in establishing hyperscale cloud infrastructure. This initiative helps the province with diversification of its economy and resilience for the potential mega future changes in the global economy.

March 2025 - 2025-03-27

The Financial Health Checklist for Mid Market and SMEs

Understanding and improving the financial health of your business is not just a task—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re a business owner, manager, or entrepreneur, your company’s financial performance forms the backbone of strategic decision-making. A comprehensive financial health checkup allows you to identify strengths, weaknesses, and identify areas which you have to align your financial operations with your business goals. In a nutshell, it’s a paramount tool to start working “On the business” instead of “In the business”.

February 2025 - 2025-02-21

Sustainable Development Goals to ESG Principles

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were established at the 2015 United Nations Summit on Sustainable Development. SDGs have been strengthened by the integration of all three components of sustainable development: Economic, Social and Environmental.

February 2025 - 2025-02-14

ESG in Canada: Navigating Regulations, Sustainable Finance, and Corporate Governance

February 2025 - 2025-02-05

Navigating Non-Resident Tax Compliance in Canada: A Comprehensive Guide

As a non-resident earning income in Canada, understanding your tax obligations is critical to protecting your financial interests. Whether you have income from Canadian businesses, rental properties, pensions, or investments, the complexities of the Canadian tax system can lead to over-payments or penalties if not handled correctly. This guide consolidates key insights and solutions for navigating non-resident tax compliance effectively.

February 2025 - 2025-02-03

Basics of Cryptocurrency Businesses

The rapid penetration of Decentralized Finance (DeFi) into the world economy has led to the rapid emergence of FinTech companies in segments such as A) crypto-currency mining, B) custodian of digital assets and C) payment processors. Consequently, the interest of investors is increasing in these sectors which increases the necessity and involvement of the independent auditors to audit their financial statements.

Audit of crypto companies involves unique challenges, including testing of complex technology and compliance of regulatory frameworks. This article provides a structured approach on the audit of crypto companies, focusing on key areas like IT General Controls (ITGC), IT Application Controls (ITAC), revenue, and compliance.