10 - Independent Contractor or Employee? 6 Questions Every Canadian Allied Health Clinic Owner Must Review
Independent contractor agreements, employee models, contracts - it can all feel like a compliance maze!
In this episode, I’m breaking down the 6 key questions the CRA considers when deciding if someone is truly an Independent Contractor or if they’re actually in more of an employee relationship.I share real examples of what proper IC setups look like, where clinic owners often slide into employee territory without realizing it, and what you can do to protect yourself. This isn’t legal or accounting advice—I’m not a lawyer or accountant—but I’ve lived these challenges as a clinic owner, and I want to help you understand what’s at stake so you can make confident choices for your business.If you’ve ever wondered whether your IC agreements would hold up under an audit, or you just want to make sure your contracts are solid, this episode is for you.
Keywords
independent contractors, healthcare, physiotherapy, CRA, business model, financial risk, clinic owners, employee vs contractor, marketing, legal compliance