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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

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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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Ontario Fertility Treatment Tax Credit

February 25, 2026
The Ontario Fertility Treatment Tax Credit (OFTTC) is a new refundable credit designed to help Ontario families manage eligible medical expenses related to fertility treatment and surrogacy. Eligible Ontario residents may claim a refundable tax credit of up to 25% on qualifying expenses, to a maximum of $20,000 for costs incurred after January 1, 2025. Questions about eligibility or claiming the credit? We are here to help. Learn more: https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-fertility-treatment-tax-credit
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2025 Year End Newsletter

December 15, 2025
Accounting

2025 Fall Federal Budget Commentary

November 5, 2025
On November 4, 2025, the Minister of Finance and National Revenue, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, presented Budget 2025 – Canada Strong, to the House of Commons. No changes were proposed to personal or corporate tax rates. Some highlights include the following: Some highlights include: A. Personal Measures Automatic tax filings for low-income Canadians to commence for the 2025 tax year. A 5% credit for eligible personal support workers working for eligible health care establishments. B. Business Measures A variety of new and extended measures for accelerated CCA on asset acquisitions. An anti-avoidance measure to prevent tax deferrals related to refundable dividend tax where dividends are paid within a corporate group. Various modifications to tax incentives related to the clean economy. C. International Measures Revisions to the transfer pricing rules and requirements.