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  • Make product activation easier with just a few clicks

    Make product activation easier with just a few clicks

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    Did you know that Sage 50 CA requires a serial number and activation code to fully enable the software?

    We have the perfect guide to help you get activated

    • 24 Jan 2023
  • How restoring from a backup can help save time

    How restoring from a backup can help save time

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    Did you know that Sage 50 CA allows you to create a backup whenever you need one?

    Eager to know how to roll back changes should you need to? Check out our guide

    • 17 Jan 2023
  • Sage 50 CA common questions

    Sage 50 CA common questions

    Marisa W
    Marisa W
    You have questions and we have loads of resources with answers organized for you!  Be sure to check out the  YEAR-END CENTER which also has Resources on: Installation Payroll Product & Tax Updates Reports & Forms Year End...
    • 12 Jan 2023
  • Using a computer with low hard drive space

    Using a computer with low hard drive space

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    Ever wondered how to resolve issues with storage access and Sage 50 CA's database?

    Check out our guide

    • 10 Jan 2023
  • How updating your database password can help save time

    How updating your database password can help save time

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    Did you know that Sage 50 only allowed 7 characters for passwords when logging on to version 2022 and older?

    Head over to our article with further details if you're planning to upgrade to version 2023.

    • 3 Jan 2023
  • Switching between different editions of Sage 50 CA

    Switching between different editions of Sage 50 CA

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    If you're looking to switch between editions of Sage 50 CA, you may want to know what the differences between editions like Pro, Premium and Quantum are.

    Head over to our product comparison and feature availability article here!

    • 27 Dec 2022
  • Switching from an older to newer version

    Switching from an older to newer version

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    If you're looking to convert or upgrade to the latest version of Sage 50 CA from an older version head over to our article for next steps!


    • 20 Dec 2022
  • Working with customized forms

    Working with customized forms

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    Just in time for the holidays. Want to know how to modify the layout of Sales Invoices, Purchase Orders, Receipts, Packing Slips and Statements to maybe add in a note that says "Happy holidays"!? We have the perfect guide to help you get started.

    Head over to this article to find out more!

    • 13 Dec 2022
  • Working with previous year bank reconciliations

    Working with previous year bank reconciliations

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I
    Working on previous year bank reconciliations can be tricky. But do you know you can change a setting to allow transactions in the current and previous fiscal years? Get the details here.
    • 6 Dec 2022
  • About the retail vs Sage 50cloud subscription

    About the retail vs Sage 50cloud subscription

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    One of the best things about Sage 50 is that there's no limit to the amount of company databases that you can create and work with. You can also work offline with it in the event of internet outage. A great and handy feature! Curious about Sage 50 license options and what's included in the retail subscription vs Sage 50cloud subscription? Lots is covered below to answer your questions about working online / offline…

    • 2 Dec 2022
  • Using Remote Data Access is handy

    Using Remote Data Access is handy

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I
    Head over to our article on how to share a company data file using Remote Data Access (RDA) to find out more!
    • 29 Nov 2022
  • Make setting up new users for Remote Data Access easier with just a few clicks

    Make setting up new users for Remote Data Access easier with just a few clicks

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I
    Ever wondered how to create new user access to your Sage 50 CA company data shared via Remote Data Access? Head over to our article on how to set up users with Remote Data Access (RDA) to find out more!
    • 22 Nov 2022
  • What's new & install tips for Sage 50 Canadian Edition release 2023.0

    What's new & install tips for Sage 50 Canadian Edition release 2023.0

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    The new install of Sage 50 Canadian Edition version 2023.0 has a new look representing Sage's new purpose, which is to knock down barriers so that everyone can thrive!

    Read on below for a recap of the video: Sage 50 Accounting--Canadian Edition 2023.0 - What's New

     https://youtu.be/meAgczr_Mdc

    Sage 50 Version

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    2023.0

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    PDF

    PDF

    Install tips for Sage 50 CA…

    • 21 Oct 2022
  • 6 Steps for moving data or connecting Sage Accounting to Sage 50 CA

    6 Steps for moving data or connecting Sage Accounting to Sage 50 CA

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    Looking to expand your small business or just want additional features to enable you to do things like mobile invoicing? See the below for details on how to migrate, move or integrate your Sage Accounting data with Sage 50 CA software.

    STEP 1: Already have a Sage Accounting database?  Go to Step 2. If not then here's: How to set up a Sage Accounting account:

    • If you need to create your Sage Accounting account see this…
    • 5 Oct 2022
  • Accessing Sage 50 CA what's new documentation by version

    Accessing Sage 50 CA what's new documentation by version

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    The below content was updated on September 30, 2022 to include 2023 version resource links.

    Looking for documentation on Sage 50's feature changes throughout the years? After a few recent requests for access to older release documents for Sage 50 CA, we've organized them here for you below. These files can be found on the Knowledgebase articles (aka KBs) for release downloads, however, older ones for no longer supported…

    • 30 Sep 2022
  • Sage 50—Canadian Edition Business Care Platinum Customers! Book support callbacks online!

    Sage 50—Canadian Edition Business Care Platinum Customers! Book support callbacks online!

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    Looking for access to faster support? Book a call! Enhanced support is available for Platinum customers and Premium Sage Accountants Network (SAN) members with Priority Support.

     

    The benefits of Enhanced Support are:

    1. You are entitled to first-class phone support and convenient appointment scheduling, especially during periods of heavy call volumes.
    2. You have the ability to schedule a support call-back at your convenience…
    • 22 Jul 2022
  • What's new in Sage 50 CA version 2022.3?

    What's new in Sage 50 CA version 2022.3?

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    Your summer update for Sage 50 CA is here!  As of June 20th, 2022, look for a notification when shutting down your software about the available update. We recommend that you agree to install the update at that time. For instructions on how to download and install your product update, please refer to this article and review our Product and Tax updates tips.

    If you already have the Sage 50 CA version 2022 open,  ️ make a…

    • 21 Jun 2022
  • Adjusting font size for Sage 50 CA

    Adjusting font size for Sage 50 CA

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    Is the font, character sizing in your Sage 50 Canadian Edition small and difficult to read, even if you enlarge the characters in Windows? Below we'll go over what you can do to increase font size within the Sage 50 program. Note that there is no direct setting in the software to adjust font size.
     
    Sage 50 sizes font based on the resolution set for your screen in Windows' settings. KB 59806 shares a link to this…

    • 6 Jun 2022
  • Sage 50 CA and Foreign Currency Exchange Rates

    Sage 50 CA and Foreign Currency Exchange Rates

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    Do you work with multiple currencies and need your accounting software to update foreign exchange rates automatically?

    Sage 50 CA & Foreign Exchange rates

    You may have noticed that Sage 50 CA requires a manual update of foreign exchange rates. Currently, Sage does not endorse any foreign currency live feeds for use in Sage 50 but we have put together KB 115567, with a listing of suggested websites you can use to get…

    • 26 May 2022
  • Business Continuity Planning: Creating a disaster recovery plan for your business

    Business Continuity Planning: Creating a disaster recovery plan for your business

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    Plan and prepare for the unplanned. In addition to the importance of reducing GHG emissions in getting to Net Zero; emergency planning should also be top of mind. A scout mentality allows for agility and more efficient recovery from disaster.
    Our team has seen firsthand the impacts on small and medium businesses from the fires and floods in 2021. Below are our top suggestions for protecting and preserving your business…

    • 4 May 2022
  • Protecting yourself from becoming an unsuspecting victim of financial fraud

    Protecting yourself from becoming an unsuspecting victim of financial fraud

    DeneshS
    DeneshS

    The below was updated on April 20, 2022

    There is an abundance of security risks on the internet and on the phones. Scammers are known to impersonate organizations such as Revenue Canada, Microsoft or even your bank and tell you stories to get you scared. The process of convincing someone of facts that are not true is a type of social engineering. What is social engineering? Social engineering is defined as the manipulation…

    • 20 Apr 2022
  • Cyber Security and Sage 50 CA

    Cyber Security and Sage 50 CA

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    The 8th layer of cyber security is humans; it's also a great podcast  which tells us that human error is the main way that organizations get compromised. To lead cyber security awareness well, you need to understand things like marketing, communication, psychology, human behaviour and so much more.

    Yet there's a gap between intentions and behaviour. Security awareness doesn't equate to security behaviour. There's often…

    • 14 Apr 2022
  • Sage 50 CA setup on a M1 MacBook Pro using Parallels to run Windows 11

    Sage 50 CA setup on a M1 MacBook Pro using Parallels to run Windows 11

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    Its' been some time since our 2016 blog on how to get Sage 50 to work on a MAC. Over the next weeks, we'll review some of the most popular options for virtual Microsoft Windows Systems.  Virtualization software mimics the hardware of a PC which enables MACs to run PC-based software like Sage 50. Below, you'll find a breakdown of getting Sage 50 CA version 2022 to work on an M1 MacBook Pro from late 2020 which was…

    • 30 Mar 2022
  • Signing Up & Migrating Data from Sage 50 CA to Sage HR and Payroll

    Signing Up & Migrating Data from Sage 50 CA to Sage HR and Payroll

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    Do you want to manage your organization's Payroll from a pure cloud solution while working remotely?  Are you currently a Sage 50 CA or Sage Accounting / SBCA user? Or is your business growing and you're looking for a software solution that includes Accounting, Payroll, and HR in one system? Do you have as few as one employee?
    We have launched Sage Payroll and Sage HR (for the Sage RH French page see here) in…

    • 2 Mar 2022
  • Part 2 of 2: Driving Climate Action through Small Business

    Part 2 of 2: Driving Climate Action through Small Business

    Erzsi_I
    Erzsi_I

    In part 1 of this series,  we looked at where to start Small Business Climate Action for the tracking of carbon emissions (GHGs). Now we'll explore tips for successful emissions data gathering by SMBs.

    Tips for Successful Emissions Data Gathering by SMBs

    The typical first step by corporates has been to send suppliers detailed questionnaires about their carbon emissions and other data that corporates want to aggregate…

    • 26 Jan 2022
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