The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Finance & Tax Essentials
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The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Finance & Tax Essentials

Learn how to manage your finances and taxes at "The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Finance & Tax Essentials" Masterclass on November 26th

By DMZ

Date and time

Tue, Nov 26, 2024 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM EST

Location

DMZ Sandbox

341 Yonge Street Toronto, ON M5B 1S1 Canada

Agenda

5:30 PM - 5:55 PM

Networking & Refreshments


Arrive early to sign in and expand your network, as we have a 30-minute networking session from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals. Additional...

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Masterclass Workshop

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours

Dive into corporate tax planning, including how to leverage the small business deduction, capital gains exemption, and share sale strategies. Learn practical ways to save time and reduce costs for founders and shareholders, while staying tax-efficient.


Learning Outcomes
By the end of this workshop, participants will:

  • 🏢 Understand when it’s the right time to incorporate your business.
  • 💼 Gain a clear overview of the corporate tax system from pre-revenue to sale.
  • 💰 Explore different fundraising options and understand the reporting investors may expect.
  • 🤝 Recognize when to rely on accounting professionals and how they can support your business at every stage.


Location: DMZ Sandbox, 3rd floor of TMU Student Learning Center at 341 Yonge St (Glass building on the North-East corner of Yonge and Gould)

About DMZ Masterclass

Whether you're taking the first step into entrepreneurship or looking to sharpen your skills, the DMZ Masterclass is tailored to provide you with actionable insights and practical knowledge.

For more information and to register and stay informed on more workshops, visit DMZ Masterclass. Space is limited, so secure your spot today!


About the Speaker


Kyle Royer began his career in public accounting with Logan Katz in 2013 as a co-op student through Carleton University’s Sprott School of Business Program. After his co-op placement, Kyle joined Logan Katz on a full-time basis in May 2015, obtained his Chartered Professional Accountant designation in 2018 and became a partner in 2023. Kyle has acquired extensive experience in several multi-disciplinary areas of public accounting, including personal and corporate taxation, owner-manager remuneration and tax planning, assurance (review and audit) engagements, business advisory services, and processing claims for Scientific Research and Development Investment Tax Credits (SR&ED). This experience has exposed Kyle to a wide range of industries.
Kyle utilizes his expertise as partner of the Logan Katz Toronto Office and works closely with the firm’s Toronto-based clients. Through the firm’s partnerships with DMZ (Ryerson University accelerator), Kyle has also been able to offer his experience and knowledge to a number of the top tech start-ups as a Professional-in-Residence at DMZ. Kyle has been involved with dealing with simple agreements for future equity (SAFE), convertible debt, SR&ED claims, and many other tech-related issues.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a cost to DMZ Masterclass?

DMZ Masterclass is entirely free! We believe that anyone interested in learning more about entrepreneurship should have access to our classes and experts.

How can I stay in the loop about DMZ Masterclasses?

Register for DMZ Masterclass on our website! https://dmz.torontomu.ca/masterclass/

Do I need to be a TMU student to participate?

Not at all! DMZ Masterclass is open to any community member, whether it’s a student, a business owner, an industry professional, a professor, or anyone else!

Where do DMZ Masterclasses take place?

The DMZ Sandbox is located within the TMU Student Learning Center at 341 Yonge St on the corner of Yonge and Gould Street, north of Dundas Square. Upon entering the building, take the stairs on the right all the way to the 3rd floor. We are the first door on the left.

How can I earn digital badges to display on my LinkedIn?

Register for DMZ Masterclass (https://dmz.torontomu.ca/masterclass/), sign up for classes via Eventbrite, and start showing up! You need to attend at least 5 Masterclasses to earn your first badge.

I’m a student from TRSM. Can I earn TedPoints for this?

2 TedPoints | Participation at this event awards you with 2 TedPoints. You can visit the Fit for Business (FFB) website to learn more about TedPoints.

What is the Cancellation Policy?

If you sign up for a DMZ Masterclass but can no longer attend, we ask that you please cancel your ticket in advance through the confirmation email you received with your ticket. This will allow your spot to open up to a participant who will be able to attend instead.

Can I join if I’m not from Canada?

As long as you can come to our DMZ Sandbox where we will be hosting our Masterclasses, then yes!

Will DMZ Masterclass be offered virtually?

At this time, all DMZ Masterclasses activities will be in-person at the DMZ Sandbox.

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