Website: https://www.doanegrantthornton.ca/

Email: ⁠melanie.harty@doane.gt.com 

Area(s) of Expertise or Expert topic area:

• Tax Planning Initiatives
• Estate and Succession Planning
• Accounting
• Auditing
• Financial Management

Bio: Supporting business owners in building their family legacy and successfully transitioning their businesses to the next generation is my area of expertise. As a CPA and certified Family Enterprise Advisor, I continue to leverage my broad experience to guide businesses and non-profits through their tax planning initiatives, estate and succession planning, accounting, auditing, and financial management. I’ve worked with clients across various industries—including agriculture, construction, oil and gas, retail, and family businesses—to assist with specialty tax work, farm succession, corporate reorganizations, and amalgamations.

Prior to joining forces with Grant Thornton, I was a managing partner at BVA LLP and, before that, spent time working on my family farm. This experience allows me to provide my clients with a real-world perspective for their businesses.

I also believe in giving back to the community where I work, which is why I’m an active Rotarian with the Rotary Club of Medicine Hat. I’m also a board member of the Rotary Musical Festival Society, the Treasurer of the Bridges Family Programs, and a participant in 100 Women Who Care.