Chartered Professional Accountants · Since 1991
Full-Service Accounting. Advanced Tax Expertise.
Lepore & Company helps privately owned businesses navigate accounting, corporate tax and complex Canadian and international tax matters — from everyday compliance to reorganizations, transactions and CRA disputes.
- Tax Planning
- Voluntary Disclosures
- Cross-Border Tax
- CRA Disputes
- M&A
- Succession Planning
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96 verified Google reviews
- Established 1991 · 35 years
- 15+ professionals on your team
- Trusted advisors to owner-managed businesses
- CRA audits, objections & disputes
- Serving businesses across Canada
Credentials & Business Proof
An established firm, trusted by business owners
1991
Founded
1,000+
Corporate & business clients
15+
Professionals
Why Lepore
Full-service capability with real technical depth
Full-Service Capability
Accounting, financial reporting, corporate tax and ongoing compliance — handled under one roof.
Advanced Tax Expertise
International tax, reorganizations, transactions, succession and CRA disputes — depth usually associated with larger firms.
Experienced Senior Advisors
Senior CPA involvement when important business and tax decisions become complex.
What We Do
Core Accounting & Advanced Tax Advisory
Core Accounting
Everyday compliance, done well
Advanced Tax & Advisory
When the issue goes beyond a tax return
International Tax Authority
Canadian and International Tax Expertise
Complex cross-border matters often require more than compliance. Lepore & Company advises Canadian businesses, owners and foreign companies on international reporting, cross-border structures and Canadian tax exposure — informed by senior Canadian and international tax experience at national firms including PwC and MNP.
Who We Work With
Built for owner-managed and private businesses
Owner-Managed & Family Businesses
Corporate structure, tax and ongoing compliance.
Healthcare Professionals
Doctors, dentists and clinics.
Professional Practices
Lawyers and licensed professionals.
Real Estate & Construction
Developers, holdings and trades.
Technology & E-Commerce
Scaling companies and cross-border sellers.
Foreign Companies in Canada
Inbound structures and Canadian reporting.
Leadership
Continuity and technical leadership

John Lepore, CPA, CA
Founder & Partner
Founded the firm in 1991 and continues to work closely with long-standing business clients. John brings deep experience with owner-managed businesses and the trusted, long-term relationships the firm is built on.

Affan Khalid, CPA, CA
Tax Partner & Principal
Leads the firm’s tax advisory capability. In public accounting since 2007, with senior Canadian and international tax roles at PwC and MNP. A regular CPA professional-development instructor, teaching advanced Canadian and international tax to other CPAs.
Professional Credentials


Client Reviews
What our clients say
★★★★★ 4.8 from 96 Google reviews
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“We were recommended by a friend and have been a client for over 7 years. We are so impressed by the professional staff and the care they provide for our accounting needs.”
Pauline W.
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“I have been going to Lepore for the past 2 years for my business and personal taxes. Each time they have been exceptional with how quickly they complete my return, and I can always trust the work is accurate.”
Austin H.
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“When my dad passed away, settling his estate felt overwhelming. The staff were patient and professional throughout a very difficult time.”
Jennifer W.
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Technical Insights
Authority you can read
Foreign Reporting
T1135 Penalties: What CRA Must Consider Before Refusing Relief
How the courts frame CRA discretion on foreign-property penalty relief.
Cross-Border Tax
Foreign Tax Credits: What Evidence Does CRA Require?
The documentation standard behind a defensible foreign tax credit claim.
Transactions
Selling Shares of a Canadian Real Estate Company: Treaty Risk for Non-Residents
Where treaty relief stops for non-resident vendors of real-estate-heavy companies.
Let’s discuss your business, accounting or tax needs.
Tell us briefly what you’re dealing with. Our team will review your inquiry and connect you with the right advisor — usually within one business day.
Established in 1991. Based in Stoney Creek. Serving businesses across Canada.
145 Highway 8, Stoney Creek, ON · (905) 561-1278