Links
There are many great sites on the World Wide Web, but trying to find those great sites can be a frustrating experience. We have compiled a list of Websites that we have found to be helpful sources of information. When you click on a link, a new window will pop up. Close the window when you are ready to return to this page.

 

Accounting

Chartered Accountants of British Columbia
This site provides informaton on the ethical and other requirements to practice as a Chartered Accountant in BC. It also provides information on how to become a chartered accountant and commentary on the BC economy.

Governmental

Finance Canada
The federal Department of Finance is responsible for the development of federal fiscal policy, including laws affecting federal taxes, financial institutions and markets, and federal-provincial transfer payments.

The Bank of Canada
The Bank of Canada site includes a variety of useful features, including information on interest and exchange rates, financial indicators, securities auctions and more. The convenient "Currency Converter" allows you to determine Canadian dollar equivalents for a broad range of foreign currencies.

BC Small Business Service Center
Starting up a business, name searches, etc.

WCB
Worksafe BC

BC Employment Standards
Rules of employment

Canadian Business: Small Business Services
Helpful information on starting a small business

Legal

Legal Documents Online
Obtain and fill out legal documents on line

Miscellaneous

Merritt Toastmasters
To improve your speaking and leadership skills, join Toastmasters.

Tai Chi
A great way to improve flexibility, balance, and overall fitness. Classes are offered through the Merritt Seniors Center.

Community Futures
Community Futures provides loans, business advice, economic development, and employment services in Merritt and the Nicola Valley

Professional Contacts

Canadian Federation of Independent Business
The voice of Canadian small businesses

Merritt Chamber of Commerce
The voice of business in Merritt

News

Merritt Herald
Merritt's Wednesday newspaper

Merritt News
Merritt's Thursday newspaper

Tax

The Canada Revenue Agency
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is responsible for the administration of tax laws for the Government of Canada, and for most provinces and territories.

BC Property Transfer Tax
Information on taxes payable as a result of the sale of BC real estate

CRA's Payroll Deductions Online Calculator

Service Canada: Services for Seniors
This Government of Canada web site provides information on Old Age Security and the Canada Pension Plan. Information on how to apply for the Guaranteed Income Supplement is also provided.