January 2, 2017
WBLI is pleased to announce we have merged with MNP, one of the largest national accounting and business consulting firms in Canada, effective January 1, 2017. While WBLI was looking to expand their breadth of specialty services, MNP was seeking to build on its presence in Atlantic Canada with a […]
December 20, 2016
We extend our best wishes to you and yours during this holiday season and we look forward to continuing our relationship in the new year as MNP.
October 17, 2016
MNP LLP Now Coast to Coast Serving Canadian Companies MONDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2016, CALGARY, AB – MNP LLP, one of Canada’s largest national accounting and business consulting firms, announced today that WBLI LLP, will merge with MNP, effective January 1, 2017. While WBLI was looking to expand their breadth of […]
October 17, 2016
We are very excited to share the news that we will merge with MNP LLP, effective January 1, 2017. Throughout the years, we have always had, and will continue to have, an unwavering client focus. In our efforts to find more ways to serve our clients, we decided to merge […]
June 1, 2016
Community counts, and not many people exemplify this attitude like Wanda Leese. Living in Enfield but working from WBLI’s Dartmouth office, Wanda is now volunteering her expertise to the East Hants Chamber of Commerce in her new role as President. In the position since March, Wanda has hit the ground […]
May 19, 2016
April 25, 2016
We would like to extend a hearty congratulations to Fisher Transport Limited for being awarded the 2016 Family Enterprise of the Year by the Canadian Association of Family Enterprise (CAFE) Nova Scotia. This award, sponsored by BMO Financial Group, is granted by CAFE NS in recognition of “significant achievement made […]
April 19, 2016
On April 19, 2016, Honorable Minister of Finance Randy Delorey delivered the 2016-2017 Budget for the Province of Nova Scotia. In contrast to many of the other provinces which are projecting deficits, this Nova Scotia budget is reporting a very slim $17.1 million surplus. The main reason behind this […]
April 19, 2016
The Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce will soon be benefiting from some expert knowledge, with the appointment of Joanne McRae of WBLI as Board Treasurer. “The Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Joanne to the board,” said Chamber President Andrew Lake. “Acting as treasurer, Joanne’s […]
April 11, 2016
WBLI has long been a proud independent member of DFK Canada, an association of independent accounting firms and business advisors. That pride is only continuing to grow, with DFK Canada’s recent ranking as the number one accounting association in Canada, as reported in The Bottom Line’s review of accounting firms […]
April 6, 2016
WBLI LLP is proud to be a sponsor of the 2016 Urban Development Institute’s Conference taking place at the Halifax World Trade & Convention Centre on May 4th, 2016. The conference is in titled, “Better Development for a Better Halifax”. Earl MacLeod and Bill Vienneau from WBLI LLP will be […]
April 4, 2016
Every transaction is different, and there is always something unexpected. Most of the time, the transaction still goes smoothly. But sometimes, things can be a bit more challenging. WBLI recently facilitated the purchase of the Moncton Honda car dealership to John Brushett, in a case of a 50% owner buying […]
March 29, 2016
Robert Dean, Partner at WBLI, has recently been selected to the board of directors of the Halifax Chamber of Commerce. This isn’t Robert’s first foray into community involvement. He recently completed a judging position at the Innovacorp I3 competition, and has a strong personal philosophy of giving back to the […]
March 23, 2016
We are pleased to provide you with a copy of our slide show from our Annual Budget Breakfast presentation on the Federal Budget released March 22nd 2016 by the Liberal Government. Click here to view We have also posted our commentary on the budget. Click here for commentary
March 22, 2016
When handling transactions, what starts off as a simple business-to-business deal oftentimes becomes the creation of a personal relationship. WBLI is fortunate to have advised many hard-working, dynamic people who have thrown their heart into their businesses. This was evident when handling the purchase of Techtronics Machine Works Limited. “Ron […]
March 10, 2016
Incredible innovation has come out of our province – innovation that not only boosts our economy and grows our communities, but that has the potential to change the world. Recently, WBLI had the chance to foster local innovation by sponsoring the Innovacorp I-3 Technology Start-Up Competition. This exciting competition recognizes […]
March 2, 2016
Stepping into someone else’s shoes can feel awkward, but WBLI’s Craig Maloney will be doing it with style. Craig will be taking over as the lead of WBLI’s Corporate Finance/Mergers & Acquisitions group, replacing Partner Brad Langille, who will remain with the firm as a key member of the M&A […]
February 3, 2016
HST will be increased from 13% to 15% as of July 1, 2016. The General Corporate Tax Rate will increase from 12% to 14%. This rate matches NFLD but is still lower than NS and PEI’s rate of 16%. Retroactive to January 1, 2016 the NB personal tax rates will […]
December 14, 2015
November 23, 2015
On November 20, 2015 Finance Minister Bill Morneau released the new Liberal Government’s first fiscal update. It is predicting that there will be a $3B deficit for the year. This is due to a number of factors including a slowdown in the economy, continued slumping oil prices and a weakened […]
October 2, 2015
DFK International is celebrating being named Association of the Year at the International Accounting Bulletin Industry Forum and Awards 2015. The top honour was awarded to DFK International at the prestigious awards ceremony to showcase excellence in the accounting profession held at the Kensington Close Hotel in London. Martin Sharp, […]
September 4, 2015
WBLI is a proud sponsor of the Provincial I-3 Technology Start-Up Competition launched this week. Nova Scotia start-ups have a chance to compete for up to $225,000 through Innovacorp’s provincial I-3 Technology Start-Up Competition. The I-3 competition finds and supports high potential, early stage knowledge-based companies, and encourages entrepreneurial activity […]
July 23, 2015
WBLI is proud to have been nominated for the 2015 Burnside Business of the Year Awards, in the Retail & Service category. If you could take 2 minutes to click on the link below and vote for our firm, we would very much appreciate your support. Voting ends on August 7th, and […]
May 21, 2015
WBLI would like to congratulate George Korkomaz on winning the Outstanding Business Person Of The Year at the Canadian Lebanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry Event. George left his life in Lebanon with his wife and arrived in Canada on February 24, 2004. He was a practicing architect overseas. He […]
