Sole Proprietor in Canada Q&A - Things to Know If You're Self-Employed

Having been a sole proprietor in Canada (a.k.a. self-employed) full-time for over 4 years now, I've learned quite a bit about how to run a small business. This is why I love to make videos on the topic and answer people's questions. And for this video I am answering some of the top questions I get via Instagram DM, email, and in my YouTube comments about being a sole proprietor in Canada.

Got more questions for me? Ask them in the comments!

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction
03:05 Is EI worth it if you're self-employed?
05:08 How do I pay CPP with my taxes?
06:20 Should I register my business?
08:22 How much do I have to make before I have to report it to the CRA?
09:11 How do I get health insurance if I'm self-employed?
10:45 Do I need a special bank account for my sole proprietorship?

RESOURCES

➡️ EI Benefits If You're Self-Employed https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-self-employed-workers.html
➡️ Self-Employed Taxes in Canada: How Much to Set Aside for CPP, EI & Income Tax https://jessicamoorhouse.com/self-employed-taxes-in-canada/
➡️ Sales Tax in Canada (HST, GST, PST) When You’re Self-Employed https://jessicamoorhouse.com/sales-tax-in-canada-hst-gst-pst-self-employed/
➡️ GST, HST, PST - Sales Tax for Small Business in Canada Explained https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6WVle5QlFrM
➡️ Profit First Book Recommendation https://amzn.to/3iGmdTY

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I'm Jessica Moorhouse, a money expert, Accredited Financial Counsellor Canada®, speaker, blogger, YouTuber, and host of the More Money Podcast. I'm based out of Toronto, ON, Canada and turned my personal finance blogging side hustle into my full-time business so I could spend all my time teaching others how they can take control of their lives by taking control of their money. To learn more, check out my website https://jessicamoorhouse.com

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