
In addition to writing articles, MNP business advisors are frequently quoted on a wide range of topics, including taxation, succession, agriculture, forestry management, and many others. Here are just a few examples of recent MNP media coverage:
2008
2007
2006
2005
2008 News
Working.com
April 2008
MNP wins the national Employer of Choice Marketing Award (ECMA) for Best Overall Advertising Campaign.
Established by Working, Canada's official recruitment network, the ECMAs are the only awards in Canada dedicated to recognizing the best in recruitment advertising. The Best Overall Advertising Campaign recognizes MNP for outstanding employment marketing through the effective use of an integrated, multi-media advertising campaign.
The campaign presented students with the endless possibilities available at MNP, and included a multi-media microsite, mnpwhatdoyouwant.ca, video, posters, brochures and signage.
A roadshow with all the 2008 award winners to major Canadian cities is being planned in May (locations and dates will be announced). The event will include a panel discussion with representatives from MNP and other winners on the importance of employment branding, recruitment advertising, and best practices.
2007 News
The Bottom Line
April 2007
"MNP looks ahead as growth in the West powers prosperity"
MNP has been named one of Canada's Top 10 accounting firms. When asked what the future looks like for Western Canada's accounting giant, CEO Daryl Ritchie has only one
word: "Great."
QR770
April 26, 2007
“Effects of the climate change plan on Alberta’s oil & gas sector.”
MNP’s Michelle O’Brien-Moran discusses the cumulative effects of federal and provincial tax initiatives, including the climate change plan, on Alberta’s oil and gas sector.
QR770
April 20, 2007
“MNP’s Michelle O’Brien-Moran recounts Alberta budget highlights.”
According to Michelle, Alberta’s $33billion record spending budget is playing catch-up to the exponential economic and population growth.
CBC: The Business Network
March 20, 2007
“Meyers Norris Penny’s Loren Kroeker, reacts to a ho-hum budget.”
It’s business as usual according to MNP’s Loren Kroeker, VP Taxation Services, in reaction to a federal budget with no real surprises, except for the lack of capital gains’ reform.
Global Television, Edmonton
March 22, 2007
“Glen Thompson explains federal budget tax relief for families.”
MNP’s Glen Thompson provides insight and analysis of the Federal Budget 2007 on Global TV Edmonton’s morning news.
2006 News
Citytv
Dec. 11, 2006
"MNP helps the Salvation Army develop a new strategic direction"
In this Breakfast Television excerpt, MNP's Robert Baldauf talks about how MNP is assisting the Salvation Army in Calgary with their new strategic planning process.
Citytv
Dec. 11, 2006
"MNP employees pitch in for Christmas"
MNP's Careen Chrusch describes how MNP team members are making Christmas brighter for Calgary families in need. Watch video.
Canola Digest
October 2006
"Creating a biodiesel business plan"
MNP's Gil Assie comments on key factors to consider when developing your biodiesel business plan.
CharityVillage.com
Oct. 23, 2006
"Succession planning: What you didn't know you need to do"
Tips on succession planning
for nonprofit organizations, including advice from Daryl Johnson, MNP's practice director, Compensation & Human Resources Consulting Services.
The Bottom Line
Mid-October 2006
"MNP shares their award-winning branding strategy"
MNP won first place in the Corporate Identity category at the Association for Accounting Marketing's 2006 Marketing Achievement Awards in Denver, Colorado. Based in Western Canada, the firm was the only Canadian entry to receive an award.
Investment Executive
Mid-October 2006
"Seniors face clawback on new tax regime for dividends"
Ottawa's plan to boost the dividend tax credit will leave more after-tax dividend income in the hands of taxpayers, but the windfall may erode seniors' benefits. Dave Cesmystruk, a senior tax manager with MNP, offers insight into the change.
Investment Executive
Mid-October 2006
"Lots of changes on child front"
A look at new federal benefits and new credits for parents with children, including insight from MNP on the Children's Fitness Tax Credit.
Alberta Venture
September 2006
"When comfort drives design"
MNP's Edmonton office is profiled as an example of how a professional office space can achieve a modern, inviting design.
Business in Calgary
September 2006
"Calgary-based Meyers Norris Penny brand wins international award"
Meyers Norris Penny was named Top Accounting Marketer at the North American Accounting Marketing Awards in Denver, Colorado.
Investment Executive
July 2006
Caught between their children and their aging parents, many baby-boomer clients are feeling squeezed, both financially and emotionally. MNP's Maureen Frey offers helpful advice on how to deal with these challenges effectively.
The Star Phoenix
July 28, 2006
"Canola offers another golden opportunity: Unless commitment made to biofuel development, and made soon, investment will go south"
The Canadian Renewable Fuels Strategy urges quick federal action to make good on the Conservative government's promise of a five per cent blended biofuel average in Canadian transportation fuel. MNP's Gil Assie was the co-manager of the consultation process.
Manitoba Moments
June 18, 2006
In this excerpt from CTV's "Manitoba Moments", Lisa Dick and her family talk with MNP business advisor Eric Olson about key strategies to make their dairy farm more prosperous. Watch video
Edmonton Journal
May 16, 2006
"Accounting firm nets downtown digs"
Meyers Norris Penny has moved from the suburbs into three storeys of a prestigious downtown office tower - while continuing to serve diverse rural clients. The Edmonton office, with 100 professional and support staff, provides visiting specialists to smaller MNP offices in Fort McMurray, Llodyminster, Leduc and Wainwright. "We provide big-city services to small communities, and we go to the client," says regional managing partner Gord Reid.
Edmonton Journal
April 25, 2006
"Local office-space market heads into stratosphere"
Gord Reid, MNP's Edmonton-based regional managing partner, says his firm secured nearly 30,000 square feet of space in the Bell Tower in January. The firm's new home is designed to accommodate up to 110 people - approximately 65 per cent more than the number of employees who worked at the firm's two previous locations.
Country Life in B.C.
April 2006
"Farm succession: do you have the right plan?"
MNP business advisor Allen McWilliam looks at how to build a fair and equitable succession plan by working on three key areas: family, ownership and management.
Winnipeg Free Press
April 27, 2006
"Winnipeg struggles to keep its young"
Barb Weselak, a recruiter with MNP, says Winnipeg's "McDonald's Perspective" is resulting in young people gaining a great education, only to move to other centres they deem a better place to live. At the same time, business leaders continue to complain about a lack of skilled talent.
The Edmonton Journal
April 6, 2006
"Struggling industry plans for future"
The Alberta government has announced it is contributing $200,000 towards a study on competitiveness issues in the forest industry. According to MNP's Forest Industry Leader Kelvin Mak, any study of the industry needs to look at both short- and long-term issues. Over the short term, the industry needs fo find ways to reduce high energy and transportation costs. Long-term strategies should include product diversification into more manufactured goods.
CBC Business News
April 4, 2006
"Measuring value"
MNP's Scott Lawritsen reveals how chartered business valuators can assist companies.
The Daily Graphic
March 23, 2006
"MNP moving to the avenue"
Meyers Norris Penny is building a new, 756-sq. m office in dowtown Portage la Prairie that will give the firm more room to service its fast-growing client base.
The Edmonton Journal
March 22, 2006
"West Fraser shutting Hinton pulp lines"
West Fraser Timber is closing one of its two pulp lines in Hinton. Kelvin Mak, Forest Industry Leader for Meyers Norris Penny LLP, says newer, low-cost pulp mils in Brazil and Indonesia have put considerable competitive pressures on North American mills.
Winnipeg Free Press
March 7, 2006
"Don't rush out to spend your tax savings"
The province of Manitoba has shaved a total of $80 million off personal taxes. According to Derek Innis, senior manager of taxation services at Meyers Norris Penny, total tax savings for average families will be modest - in the $150 range.
Winnipeg Free Press
March 3, 2006
"Business leaders bullish on Brandon"
Results of the first-ever Brandon Business Climate Survey, commissioned by Meyers Norris Penny in conjunction with the Brandon Chamber of Commerce, were unveiled at a chamber luncheon yesterday. Tax hikes, a struggling agricultural sector and labout shortages topped the list of obstacles identified by businesses surveyed.
The Edmonton Journal
Jan. 28, 2006
"Axe hangs over forest industry"
Triple economic whammy throws sawdust into gears of Alberta's 'third pillar' major industry in six short months. MNP's forest practice leader, Kelvin Mak, is quoted.
Winnipeg Free Press
Jan. 18, 2006
"Grains centre touted for city - $73 million building would serve research, marketing, education"
A report prepared by Meyers Norris Penny recommends building a $73 million Centre of Excellence in grains research, marketing and education in Winnipeg.
Winnipeg Free Press
Jan. 16, 2006
"From drawing board to national stage: When Jerry Rubin has a business idea, he goes for it 'full throttle'"
Business owner Jerry Rubin has taken a business idea and turned it into a viable commercial venture four times in the past 35 years. Lizanne Roziere-Penner, manager of MNP's Self-Employment Program, comments.
2005 News
The Vancouver Province
Dec. 20, 2005
"Good B.C. presence for Games snowboard crew: Richmond's Alexa Loo makes the team for the Winter Olympics"
Alexa Loo was one of 16 snowboarders named Monday to the 2006 Olympic team by the Canadian Snowboarding Federation. She will be the first Canadian woman to compete in an Olympic alpine snowboarding event. Alexa is a Chartered Accountant with the Vancouver office of Tamarack Capital Advisors Inc., the corporate finance subsidiary of Meyers Norris Penny.
Business in Calgary
November 2005
"Capital Gain"
As Meyers Norris Penny celebrates 60 years, its wholly owned susidiary, Tamrack Capital Advisors Inc., looks ahead to a promising future in the thriving world of corporate finance in Calgary under the leadership of Laurel Wood.
Corporate Training Magazine
November 2005
"Retaining top talent: why effective orientation programs are so critical"
A look at the positive impact successful orientation programs can have in today's tight job market.
Brandon Sun
Aug. 31, 2005
Don Penny, a co-founder of Meyers Norris Penny and active community member, has been appointed to the Order of Canada.
The Globe and Mail
Aug. 31, 2005
Governor-General Adrienne Clarkson has announced 82 new appointments to the Order of Canada, the country's highest honour for lifetime achievement and service.
CAmagazine
June 2005
Kagan Sirett, a 25-year-old CA student at Meyers Norris Penny, is one of Canada's top professional bull riders.
The Bottom Line
June 2005
"Meyers tax manager a sum of partners' efforts"
Profile of Glen Thompson, a tax manager with MNP and a candidate for the Bottom Line's Top 40 under 40.
Business in Vancouver
May 17-23, 2005
"Treaty Time"
MNP's Matt Vickers is charged with helping bring B.C.'s aboriginal youth and communities into the province's business fold.
The Edge
March 2005
“Forest Business…Industry consolidation makes its presence felt in Alberta”
Kelvin Mak, MNP’s Forestry Team Leader, comments on industry consolidation within the Alberta forest industry.
Daily Herald
March 26, 2005
MNP's Prince Alberta office wins first-ever Torch Award honouring outstanding businesses that have made a significant contribution to ethical business practices.
Business in Calgary
February 2005
“Meyers Norris Penny takes on Kelowna firm”
Edmonton Journal
January 2005
“Prime woodlot opens up”
MNP Forestry Team Leader Kelvin Mak shares his insight on the value of one of the last unallocated parcels of timberland in Alberta.
The Bottom Line
October 2004
“Accountants create a marketing renaissance”
MNP has been awarded first place in the Public Accounting Awards for Marketing Excellence, Large Firm category.
Business Services West
Summer 2004
“War & Business: Why Exit Planning Matters”
MNP offers tips on developing an exit plan.
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