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Accounting Services
For over 65 years, Ward & Uptigrove has uniquely approached our clients’ corporate and personal financial needs. We’ve listened, identified gaps and developed services to support small business owners.
Business Advisory Services
Make confident decisions with practical, forward-thinking guidance. We help you improve performance, strengthen profitability, and plan for long-term growth with advice tailored to your business goals.
Tax Services for Business Owners
Business owners face rising costs, labour shortages, and changing reporting requirements. The right team of experts helps you navigate these challenges with confidence.
Bookkeeping & Software Consulting
Accounting and bookkeeping require precision and smart time management. Our experienced team delivers efficient, accurate, and reliable services you can count on.
Human Resources Solutions
While you’re focused on being the best at your business, we can give you peace of mind knowing our professionals are helping you with your human resources needs.
Wealth Management
You’ve worked hard to get where you are now, and you have big plans for the future. Focus on what matters to you, and let your team of Ward & Uptigrove financial professionals work together to secure your path to financial success.
“We needed an accounting firm who could provide a suite of professional services. From everyday accounting services and HR solutions to succession planning and long-term financial advice, Ward & Uptigrove met every one of our requirements.”
– Steve Meulensteen, President, Meulensteen Tire and Auto Service
Small town values.
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Small town values alongside downtown expertise means personal consideration, optimized solutions and professionals who care. For over 65 years, Ward & Uptigrove has uniquely approached our clients’ corporate and personal financial needs and offered integrated services.
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News & Updates
Practical insights and updates on accounting, tax, and business developments from the Ward & Uptigrove team.
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Agriculture Advisory Group Updates
Program & Tax Credit Updates Ontario Regional Opportunities Investment Tax Credit (ROITC) The Ontario government has announced that the ROITC program is scheduled to end on December 31, 2026. The ROITC is a refundable tax credit of up to $45,000 per year, equal to 10% of eligible expenditures incurred to construct, renovate or acquire eligible…
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Tax Updates
Ontario 2026 Budget: Key Tax Highlights The Ontario 2026 Budget includes tax relief for small businesses, changes to dividend taxation, the phase-out of a regional investment tax credit, and a temporary enhancement to Ontario’s HST new housing rebates. 1. Ontario Small Business Tax Rate Reduced Ontario will reduce its small business corporate income tax rate from 3.2%…
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Not-for-Profit Organization Changes
Not-for-Profit Organization Changes Draft legislation by the Department of Finance released earlier this year will require non-profit organizations (NPO’s), who may not have been previously required, to file a T1044. This change will apply to fiscal years that begin on or after January 1, 2027. Currently a NPO is required to file a T1044 with…