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Trade Wars: Why Income Tax Filings Matter More Now

It’s hard not to get caught up in the trade wars saga, and of course it has serious economic repercussions. In times like these, our tax system can help. The federal government has indicated three pillars of support will be enacted, details of which are to come shortly:

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Employment Insurance Should Not Be Subject to Clawback

Of the 216 votes in our June 2014, 65% of KBR voters strongly voiced their opinion in our against employment insurance being subject to a clawback on the tax return.

Seniors Get a Raise

Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement are indexed quarterly based on changes to the consumer price index. As of July 2014, the amounts are increased by 1.28%.

No Discrimination in Paying Child Support

The Tax Court of Canada (TCC) recently dismissed an appeal from a taxpayer who asserted that an Order from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice obligating him to pay child support and the application of subsection 118(5) of the Income Tax Act (the Act) infringed his rights under section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (the Charter).

Evelyn Jacks: Business Owners Face CRA Scrutiny

CRA is acting to shore up compliance for small business owners – both tax practitioners and their clients will be engaged in a “Get it Right the First Time” initiative which includes office visits by CRA. 

Understanding Trusts

Over the summer, Knowledge Bureau will be taking an in depth look at the use of trusts in family wealth planning. An introduction to the topic begins the series.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

As A.I. emerges, does it change how professionals create financial peace of mind in their communities?

  • Yes
    24 votes
    54.55%
  • No
    20 votes
    45.45%