New Location Effective May 10, 2010, Allied Associates LLP, Chartered Accountants and Allied Accounting & Tax Services Limited have moved to:      1490 Richmond Street, Suite 200      London, ON  N6G 0J4      Tel: 519-673-1940      Fax: 519-673-6906      Toll Free: 1-800-661-1956 Our larger premises will allow us to better serve you. We thank you for your continued support. We Continue to Grow Allied Financial Services and Allied Farm Services Contact Information: 700 Richmond Street, Suite 201 London, ON  N6A 5C7 Tel: 519-673-1686 Toll Free: 1-866-241-1686 Fax: 519-673-1871 Peterborough Office Peterborough Office Contact Information:. 133 Hunter Street E., Peterborough, ON  K9H 1G7 Tel: 705-760-9900   Toll Free: 1-866-883-0006 Fax: 705-760-9926 We encourage our Eastern Ontario clients to call our Peterborough Office in the event you wish to establish an appointment for a particular matter. Eastern Ontario Team Bryan Smith, CA, Partner - 705-760-9900 Les MacAlpine, Assistant Manager - 705-760-9900 Robert Williams, Area Manager, Norwood - 705-639-1455 Chris Hart, Area Manager, Winchester - 613-774-5204 Leonard Dick, Whitby - 905-556-0370 Farm Shows Here are some of the trade shows we will be attending in 2010. Be sure to visit our display when we are in your area. Canadian International Farm Equipment Show - Toronto February 17-19, 2010 East Central Farm Show - Lindsay (Previously Peterborough) March 3 & 4, 2010 Western Fair Farm Show - London March 10-12, 2010 Ottawa Valley Farm Show - Ottawa March 16-18, 2010 Western Fair Poultry Industry Conference & Exhibition London - April 14 & 15, 2010

Ontario Pork Congress - Stratford June 2010   Outdoor Farm Show Woodstock September 14-16, 2010 International Plowing Match  St. Thomas September 21-25, 2010

Important Dates

It's time to think about:

RRSP - for your retirement
Contribution deadline - March 1

Income Tax Reporting -
Due date for T4 and T5 reporting - February 28
Due date for T3 (Trust) information reporting - March 31
Filing deadline for individual income tax returns - April 30
Balance of personal income taxes due - April 30
Filing date for income tax returns for self-employed individuals and spouses - June 15

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are Allied's services available?

Our network of full-time accountants and financial planners live in the Ontario communities they serve - from Windsor in the west to Ottawa in the east and from Barrie in the north to Niagara in the south. We provide you with hands-on-advice at your home or office.

What if I am audited by CRA?

Allied has a strong reputation as a competent firm with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). We provide in-home representation in the event of an audit by CRA, including tax returns compiled by a competitor. Our area accountant will assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.

What about fees?

For accounting and tax services, we provide you with a quotation of our annual fees based on the requested service you require for your circumstances. Unless there is a change in circumstances, our fees will increase only by the Consumer Price Index allowing us to provide our employees with an annual cost of living increase.

For financial planning services and investment and risk management products, we will provide full disclosure of fees and how we are paid.

How do I make my investments tax efficient? We believe it is important to have a balanced portfolio to manage risk and volatility factors, as well as manage tax efficiency. Our financial planners will review your portfolio and investment income, and make recommendations to align your investments to meet your objectives and to manage taxation.

When is the best time to make my RRSP contribution?

Anytime is a good time to make your RRSP contribution! It is important from an investment and tax perspective to contribute the maximum allowed each year. Many people find it easier to make monthly contributions rather than lump sum payments. Contributing regular amounts each month also smooths out the variations in the markets, and helps build your portfolio faster. Our financial planners can help you establish an RRSP contribution strategy that best fits your circumstances and financial goals.