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.

  • Founded in 1991
  • 1,000+ business clients
  • CPA Ontario registered firm

4.8

★★★★★

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

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

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

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

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Client Reviews

What our clients say

★★★★★  4.8 from 96 Google reviews

★★★★★

“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.

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Cross-Border Tax

Foreign Tax Credits: What Evidence Does CRA Require?

The documentation standard behind a defensible foreign tax credit claim.

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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.

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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