Pi Business Solutions Ltd.

05/27/2026

Self-employed in Canada? The June 15 tax filing deadline is coming up quickly, which makes this a good time to double-check that you are not missing eligible business deductions.

One area that often creates confusion is meals and entertainment.

🍽️ Can you write off client lunches, coffee meetings, or event tickets?

In many cases, self-employed Canadians can claim eligible food, beverage, and entertainment expenses when they are directly tied to earning business income. However, the CRA generally limits the deductible amount to 50% of the reasonable cost, including applicable taxes and tips.

A few examples that may qualify:

✅ Meals with clients, suppliers, or business contacts
✅ Entertainment expenses connected to business development
✅ Food and beverage costs while travelling for business

A few examples that may not qualify:

❌ Personal meals with no clear business purpose
❌ Meals while on vacation
❌ Season tickets or entertainment costs without proper proof of business use

Keeping detailed receipts and notes about the business purpose can make a big difference if questions come up later.

Need help understanding which expenses may apply to your business? Reach out to the team at Pi Business Solutions today.

🥧 http://pibusiness.ca/
📞 403-723-1723
📧 [email protected]

05/20/2026

Did the CRA really text you? 🤔

Scammers are getting better at making messages look official, so it’s important to know what to watch for.

The CRA only sends text messages for multi-factor authentication with a one-time passcode. They will not send links by text or ask you to click through to provide personal information.

If you receive a suspicious message, remember:

🛑 Stop: Take a moment before responding or clicking anything.
❓ Question: Ask yourself why you’re being contacted and whether the request makes sense.
✔️ Act: When in doubt, delete it.

Staying scam smart can help protect your personal and financial information.

https://www.canada.ca/.../reve.../campaigns/fraud-scams.html

05/16/2026

Happy May long weekend from all of us at Pi Business Solutions! ☀️

If there’s 1 thing we can always predict about Victoria Day weekend in Calgary, it’s unpredictable weather.

We hope the snow doesn’t spoil your plans and you’re still able to enjoy a fun and relaxing long weekend!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Pi Business Solutions!

Today we celebrate the moms, grandmas, stepmoms, and mother figures who do so much at home, at work, and everywhere in between.

Wishing you a day filled with appreciation, relaxation, and time with the people who matter most.

05/09/2026

Did you know your tuition fees could help lower your taxes?

If you attend university, college, or trade school, you may be eligible to claim the tuition tax credit.

This non-refundable tax credit can help reduce the amount of taxes you owe to the Canada Revenue Agency and may even bring your balance down to zero.

Check out this video from the CRA to learn more about how to claim your tuition tax credit and make sure you’re taking advantage of the credits available to you.

If you attend university, college, or trade school, did you know your tuition fees can give you a tax credit?The tuition tax credit is a non-refundable tax c...

05/04/2026

May the 4th be with you… and your bookkeeping.

Because nothing brings balance to the force like clean records, organized expenses, and knowing exactly where your business stands.

04/22/2026

🌎 Happy Earth Day from Pi Business Solutions

Did you know that as of 2026, over 93% to 96% of Canada Revenue Agency individual income tax returns are filed electronically through EFILE or NETFILE, with paper returns now making up only a small minority.

Going digital can mean faster processing, quicker access to refunds, and less paper usage along the way.

At Pi Business Solutions, we’re proud to help clients simplify tax season with efficient, modern filing solutions that save time and reduce clutter.

Small changes can add up to a big impact. 🌿

04/16/2026

📅 We are officially just 2 weeks away from the April 30 tax filing deadline for individuals. Time is moving quickly, and many Canadians are already ahead of the game.

As of April 12, 2026, more than 16.1 million income tax and benefit returns have already been filed.
Haven’t filed yet? There is still time.

Important reminder for self-employed individuals:

✅ June 15, 2026 is the filing deadline for self-employed individuals and anyone whose spouse or common-law partner is self-employed.

💰 If you owe taxes, payment is still due by April 30, 2026 to avoid interest charges.

If you still need help getting organized or filing on time, Pi Business Solutions is here to help. Contact us today!

04/05/2026

Happy Easter from Pi Business Solutions 🐣

The books will still be there Monday.
Time with loved ones won’t.

Enjoy this special day with those who matter most.

04/01/2026

🚨 New CRA Update 🚨

Starting this tax season, all business owners must submit a handwritten letter explaining every single purchase.

Yes… even the $4.75 coffee.
Especially the $4.75 coffee.

We’ll give you a head start:
“Dear CRA, it was necessary.”

April Fools 😄
(We promise this one isn’t real… you’re safe.)