Derik Godbout is a tax and estate advisor who founded TaxOnTax ™ Advisory Ltd. to provide Canadians with disciplined, high‑clarity guidance through complex financial, tax, and executor responsibilities. With more than 25 years across public practice, CFO leadership, entrepreneurship, and
Derik Godbout, PBA, CEA
Founder & Principal Advisor
Derik Godbout is a tax and estate advisor who founded TaxOnTax ™ Advisory Ltd. to provide Canadians with disciplined, high‑clarity guidance through complex financial, tax, and executor responsibilities. With more than 25 years across public practice, CFO leadership, entrepreneurship, and property management, he brings a rare blend of technical depth and practical judgment to every engagement.
Derik leads the firm’s work in corporate tax returns and financial statements, personal tax planning, and business structuring, helping clients build defensible, future‑ready financial foundations. His background in financial modeling and scenario analysis supports business owners and families in making informed, strategic decisions with confidence.
He is the creator of the Corridor of Gates, a proprietary framework that guides executors through prioritized, defensible next steps — reducing tax exposure, managing risk, and preserving legacy. His executor advisory practice includes estate navigation, succession planning, multi‑year CRA issues.
Derik also prepares personal net worth statements and provides clarity for individuals and families seeking a complete financial picture during major life transitions.