Startup Essentials Workshop

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A Practical Two-Day Workshop for
New Entrepreneurs, Freelancers & Small Business Owners

Starting a business is exciting, but making the wrong decisions early can cost you time, money, and unnecessary stress.

Join Piligrim Accounting for our Startup Essentials Workshop, an engaging two-day program designed to help entrepreneurs understand the financial, accounting, and tax fundamentals every business owner should know.

Whether you’re planning to launch a business, recently became self-employed, or are considering incorporation, this workshop will give you the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions from day one.

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Workshop Details

Dates: Saturday & Sunday, July 25–26, 2025

Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Registration: $300 + HST

Limited seating available.

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Why Attend?

Many entrepreneurs unknowingly make costly mistakes
during their first year in business.

This workshop will help you:

  • Understand your tax responsibilities before they become expensive problems
  • Choose the right business structure for your goals
  • Learn how to stay compliant with CRA requirements
  • Keep accurate financial records
  • Maximize eligible deductions
  • Build a strong financial foundation for long-term success

You’ll leave with practical knowledge you can immediately apply to your business.

What You’ll Learn

01

Business Registration
& Startup Planning

Start your business the right way by learning:

  • Sole Proprietorship vs. Corporation
  • Federal vs. Provincial Incorporation
  • Business registration requirements
  • Business Numbers (BN)GST/HST registration
  • Choosing the right fiscal year-end
  • Corporate record keeping
  • Business banking essentials

02

Accounting Fundamentals

Learn the financial basics every business owner should understand. Topics include:

  • Owner compensation options
  • Bookkeeping essentials
  • Income and expense tracking
  • Financial statements
  • Home office expenses
  • Vehicle deductions
  • Accounting software
  • Record retention requirements

03

Canadian Tax Essentials

Taxes don’t have to be overwhelming. We’ll explain:

  • GST/HST registration and filing
  • Small supplier rules
  • Filing deadlines
  • Input Tax Credits (ITCs)
  • Corporate taxes
  • Personal business taxes
  • CRA compliance
  • Common tax mistakes to avoid

04

Payroll & Employer Responsibilities

Planning to hire employees? Learn about:

  • Payroll setup
  • CPP & EI
  • Payroll remittances
  • T4 preparation
  • Employment standards
  • Employer obligations
  • Record of Employment (ROE)
  • Payroll deadlines

Meet Your Instructors

Victoria
Agabalyan

PhD, Economics | Entrepreneur & Tax Professional

Victoria Agabalyan brings more than 22 years of accounting experience helping entrepreneurs and businesses succeed. She holds a PhD in Economics, a Post-Graduate Certificate in Advanced Accounting from York University, and extensive professional tax education.

Victoria is passionate about simplifying complex accounting and tax concepts into practical strategies that business owners can confidently apply.

Elena
Ivanova

CPB, Founder, Piligrim Accounting

Elena Ivanova is the Founder of Piligrim Accounting and a Certified Professional Bookkeeper (CPB Canada) with more than 25 years of experience supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses.

She specializes in bookkeeping, taxation, payroll, and financial reporting, with a practical approach that helps business owners understand their finances with confidence. Elena is passionate about making accounting simple, approachable, and easy to apply in the real world.

Who Should Attend?

This workshop is ideal for:

✔ New entrepreneurs

✔ Sole proprietors

✔ Freelancers

✔ Consultants

✔ Contractors

✔ Small business owners

✔ Anyone thinking about starting a business in Canada

No accounting background is required.

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What’s Included

Two Days. Everything a founder needs, nothing they don’t.

  • Two interactive workshop sessions
  • Expert instruction from experienced accounting professionals
  • Practical examples and real-world scenarios
  • Opportunities to ask questions throughout the workshop
  • Helpful resources and reference materials
  • Actionable strategies you can implement immediately

Before You Register

Common Questions

No. We’ll cover both sole proprietorships and corporations so you can determine which option is best for your business.

Absolutely. There will be opportunities for discussion and Q&A throughout both sessions.

Yes. Participants will receive resources and reference materials to support what they learn during the workshop.

Startup Essentials Workshop

Reserve Your Spot
Today

Starting your business with the right knowledge can save you thousands of dollars and countless hours of frustration.

Join Victoria Agabalyan and Elena Ivanova for this practical, informative workshop and gain the confidence to build your business on a solid financial foundation.

Startup Essentials Workshop

Startup Essentials Workshop

Saturday & Sunday, July 25–26

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Registration: $300 + HST

Available until July 19, 2026: $250 + HST

Seats are limited.

Build Your Business with Confidence

Hosted by Piligrim Accounting, this interactive two-day workshop is designed to help entrepreneurs understand the financial side of running a business, avoid costly mistakes, and build a solid foundation for long-term success.