From the Source with Frankie and Sarah

From the Source with Frankie and Sarah

Welcome to From the Source with Frankie and Sarah from Baker Tilly KDN. In this podcast, we provide a place for business owners and entrepreneurs to get the facts they need to understand and overcome their tax planning challenges. Join us for this journey as Frankie Loreto and Sarah Netley draw from years of expertise and guest experts to help make complex tax planning concepts make sense. Baker Tilly KDN is a full-service accounting firm providing assurance, tax and related business advisory services to a broad range of clientele from our offices in the Kawartha, Durham and Northumberland regions of Ontario. Baker Tilly KDN LLP is a member of Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative, which is a member of the global network of Baker Tilly International Ltd.

Episodes

September 28, 2026 • 25 mins

For business owners, life insurance can become much more than income protection. As your business and wealth grow, questions around future tax liabilities, estate equalization, business obligations, and transferring wealth can make the right insurance structure increasingly important.

In this episode, Frankie and Sarah welcome Hemal Balsara, Head of Tax, Retirem...

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Canada’s July 2026 draft tax legislation includes several proposed changes that could affect businesses and individual taxpayers. From Disability Tax Credit applications and transfer pricing paperwork to the new $5,000 Red Seal Completion Bonus, understanding what’s being proposed can help you identify which changes may be worth discussing with your tax advisor.

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Planning to build, purchase, or expand a manufacturing facility? Proposed Canadian tax changes could create a meaningful opportunity for eligible businesses, but understanding the rules before making a major investment is essential.

In this episode, Frankie and Sarah are joined by Rebecca Adrian, CPA, CFP, a member of Baker Tilly’s National Tax team, to un...

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What actually changed in the Spring Economic Update, and what just sounds important? This episode breaks down what matters, what doesn’t, and where business owners should actually be paying attention.

In this episode, Frankie and Sarah are joined by Rebecca Adrian, CPA, CFP, National Tax Manager at Baker Tilly Canada, to discuss the latest Spring Economic ...

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What actually qualifies as a “farm” for tax purposes, and why does it matter more than most people think?

In this episode, Frankie and Sarah are joined by Bud Arnold, Tax Partner at Baker Tilly, to continue their conversation on Canadian farming tax rules, this time focusing on planning opportunities and how to access preferential tax treatments. Thi...

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Farm succession planning is not just about who gets the land; it is about how to transfer it without creating an unmanageable tax bill. This episode explains why farm property is treated differently under the Income Tax Act and how those differences can shape estate and succession decisions.

In this episode, Frankie and Sarah are joined by Jamie Lee, Tax Manager...

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Most business owners assume strong relationships are enough to hold a company together. This episode explains why that belief can create serious risk, and how the right agreements can prevent years of conflict.

In this episode, Frankie and Sarah are joined by returning guest Denise Branton, Lawyer and Owner, Byron Street Le...

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For physicians and medical professionals, the financial journey from residency to retirement can be as complex as any clinical case. 

Frankie and Sarah welcome Deanna Cregg, Partner at Arcadian Group, to unpack the key tax and structuring decisions doctors face at each career stage.

From the first days of self-employme...

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Expanding into the United States sounds exciting… until the tax rules hit you.

In this episode, Frankie and Sarah sit down with cross-border tax specialist David Downie to unravel the real considerations Canadian business owners face when they decide to move south, scale into new markets, or invest across the border.

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When your budget update sounds like “not much to see here,” you know it’s been a quiet year in tax, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a lot to unpack. 

Frankie and Sarah sit down with Baker Tilly tax partner Rosa Maria Iuliano, who’s been locked...

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What happens when an estate includes non-resident beneficiaries or is managed by a non-resident executor?  In this follow-up to their previous episode on non-resident property owners, Frankie and Sarah welcome Baker Tilly Ottawa partner Julianne McLaren for a deep dive into the lesser-known tax implications of estate distributions involving non-residents. From T2062 forms and treaty …

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What happens when someone who doesn’t live in Canada sells or rents out Canadian real estate?  Frankie and Sarah explain the tax consequences non-residents face, many of which come as a complete surprise. From clearance certificates to withholding requirements, this episode walks through the most common (and costly) mistakes people make when disposing of or …

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What does it really take to go global, and is your business ready for it?  In this episode of From The Source, hosts Frankie Loreto and Sarah Netley sit down with Ben Lloyd, CEO of Baker Tilly Canada, to explore the strategic, cultural, and practical realities of international expansion.  With more than two decades of …

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It’s summer in Canada, and while the weather heats up, so does the real estate market.  But did you know selling your home too soon could trigger a surprise tax bill?  In this episode of From the Source, Frankie Loreto and Sarah Netley break down the CRA’s flipped property rules that took effect in 2023 …

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How does a professional services leader stay with one firm for over three decades and continue to offer fresh perspectives? In this episode, Frankie and Sarah sit down with Terri Holowath, Chair of Baker Tilly Canada, to explore the importance of relationships, innovation, and inclusivity in the accounting profession. Terri shares her career journey, insights …

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Join Frankie Loreto and Sarah Netley as they chat with Brenda Scott, Senior VP of Data Analytics at Baker Tilly KDN, about transforming raw data into strategic assets.  Brenda explains the different facets of data advisory, comparing it to the structure of financial advisory, highlighting roles such as data engineers, analysts, scientists, and strategists. She …

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How can you secure your business against digital threats?  Dive into the world of cybersecurity with Frankie Loreto, Sarah Netley, and their special guest, Blair Brown, in this episode of “From the Source.” Blair, who heads the digital services group at Baker Tilly, shares insights into the evolving cyber threat landscape, with a particular focus …

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What does spending your winter in the U.S. mean for your taxes? Join Frankie Loreto and Sarah Netley as they chat with Kevin Tippet about the ins and outs of Canadian snowbirds managing their tax responsibilities when living or owning property in the United States. Whether it’s the intricacies of the 183-day rule, buying vacation …

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Want to move to Canada but unsure how it affects your US tax obligations?  Frankie Loreto and Sarah Netley are joined by US tax expert Kevin Tippett, to dive into the intricacies of tax implications for US citizens living in Canada. Kevin, a tax partner at Baker Tilly’s Ottawa office, brings clarity to a topic …

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This episode aims to break down key considerations for filing trust returns, focusing on the current legislative uncertainty within the Canadian government.  Frankie and Sarah revisit the capital gains inclusion rate changes and the political debate surrounding them, with both Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre and Liberal contender Chrystia Freeland vowing to scrap the proposed tax …

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