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On this day, we take time to recognize and honour the Survivors and Intergenerational Survivors of the Indian Residential School system, along with their families and communities, and to remember the children who never returned home.

Today is a call for us all to unite in thoughtful reflection, remembrance, and solidarity.

Let us listen with compassion, approach with humility, and support each other as we strive to create a future rooted in understanding and respect.

Learn more about MNP’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at https://shr.link/x1tul.

The cost of moving goods across borders is rarely visible in one place. Tariffs, customs duties, and import taxes accumulate across a trade chain, leaving many businesses planning against an incomplete picture.

Our latest Business Insights Newsletter looks at when a trade chain review makes sense and what insights it can reveal about your business.

Included in this issue:

• Trade chain reviews: What are they, and when do you need one?
• Proposed Productivity Mega Deduction could allow immediate expensing
• Operational excellence: A shift from projects to partnership
• Canada’s Middle Market M&A Update - Q2 2026
• Canadian debt market: Key trends and insights
• AI governance: Building trust in AI adoption
• An Honest Account of AI in the Enterprise
• Tariff Exposure Risk Assessment

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On September 24, we brought together women leaders from across the financial services industry for Women in Financial Services Institutions: At Full Stride.

It was a full afternoon at Woodbine Racetrack — thoughtful conversations, networking over dinner, and cheering on the horses as they rounded the final stretch. The day was a reminder of what happens when driven women come together to share ideas and build relationships that last well beyond the finish line.

Thank you to everyone who joined us!

With unpredictable risks for Canadian businesses accelerating at an unprecedented pace, smart business leaders are looking for every opportunity to shore up against the unknown. Attendees at our Chief Audit Executive Roundtable this past September 21 gained rich insight into emerging and evolving risks, as MNP’s internal audit professionals unveiled our latest report, MNP Risk Trends in 2027 and Beyond.

Moderators Jim Barbour, Paul, and Shivana led the discussion on risks impacting Financial Services, Public Sector and Private Enterprises. Among the many topics covered were:

• How misuse of AI is creating new risk exposure
• How ongoing global instability is reshaping risk management in the Canadian economy
• The myriad of cyber security threats that AI powers
• The pressure on talent in an AI-accelerated economy
• Strategies to navigate supply chain risk
Staying ahead of the economic, geopolitical, technological and societal risks your business may face can make the difference between surviving or surrendering. So can recognizing the opportunities in Canada’s shifting landscape. Get our report and get in the know.

Download MNP Risk Trends in 2027 and Beyond here: https://shr.link/8or01

Join us in helping our local Salvation Army Food Bank ensure nobody goes hungry this holiday.

Drop off a non-perishable food item or a monetary donation at Loblaws, 12 Hurontario St. in Collingwood between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Monday, October 5. Let’s work together to show our thanks for what we have by sharing with others who need a little help this year.

Did your farming business experience an income loss this year? Be sure to take advantage of the AgriStability financial assistance program. If you missed the April 30 deadline, you can still enroll through late participation. Note that enrollment after December 31, 2026 will incur a final fee penalty.

The dates to qualify for this program differ by province:

In British Columbia, the deadline to enroll is November 30, 2026
In Alberta, the deadline to enroll is October 1, 2026
In Saskatchewan, the deadline to enroll is October 1, 2026
In Manitoba, the deadline to enroll is September 30, 2027

Note that for Manitoba only, the provision for late participation does not require upfront enrollment, but it does require that the upfront $300 fee be received before the 2026 application can be processed.
The 2026 AgriStability Program is a great way to help you manage business risks from wet conditions this season. Not sure how to proceed? Talk to us.

Learn More: https://shr.link/p5kju

We’re excited to be a sponsor and exhibitor at the 2026 Small Business Solutions Summit hosted by the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce on October 21.

Running a small business means wearing a lot of hats, and people challenges can quickly become business challenges. Whether you’re focused on attracting talent, retaining employees, building a strong workplace culture, or preparing for growth, having the right HR strategy can make all the difference.

If you’re planning on attending the summit, please stop by the MNP booth and connect with our team to learn how our HR Consulting Services can help your business build and strengthen its workforce.

Learn more: https://shr.link/jailk

Meet Jimmy (he/him), Manager, BC

Great careers are built one chapter at a time. Joining MNP marks an exciting new milestone in Jimmy's career journey. Jimmy reflects:

“It's been a rewarding start, filled with opportunities to learn, build meaningful connections, and strengthen relationships across MNP and the communities we serve. I'm excited for what's ahead.”

Start a new chapter with MNP, where opportunities for growth, collaboration, and making an impact are endless.

Find your life at MNP by visiting https://shr.link/ozatb.

MNP is proud to be a Premier Sponsor of the 2026 Cenovus Grey Cup Festival in Calgary and the Presenting Partner of the Community Pancake Breakfast. We're especially excited to be part of this year's inclusive, family-friendly festival and to celebrate alongside the community that makes Calgary such a great place to live and do business.

Last week, our Regional Managing Partner for Calgary, Trevor Winkler, and other MNP team members joined festival partners and community leaders to celebrate what's shaping up to be one of Canada's biggest sporting and community events.

Along with a first glimpse of what's in store, the group got a first taste of the MNP pancakes that will be served FREE to community members, November 12- 14! We look forward to helping the Stampede Caravan hand out breakfast to fans from across Canada, as Calgary hosts the 113th Grey Cup and the 2026 Grey Cup Festival. Saddle up!

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