Podcast: Automatic Tax Filing - Will It Work?
Last week Taxpayers' Ombudsperson François Boileau tabled his annual report: In Pursuit of Better Service: Taxpayers Deserve More. once again, it was nothing short of scathing, as CRA received its highest number of complaints in the last three years. Calling our “completely nuts” Income Tax Act a potential barrier, he is nonetheless pushing for automatic tax filing as a potential solution. A new episode of Real Tax News with Evelyn Jacks & Friends available next week, will feature guest Gillian Petit, Ph.D. - author of a great report, Welcome News for Lower-Income Canadians, but There’s More to Do - which takes a deeper dive. Consider the following:Canada Has 16 Information Exchange Agreements with Other Countries
On May 9, the Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue, released a statement that the US, Australia, and the UK announced they are in possession of tax-related information involving numerous trusts and companies holding assets on behalf of residents in jurisdictions around the world.
Understanding Synthetic Dispositions – Forward Sale, Securities
In the May 8 issue of KBR, the article “Understanding Synthetic Dispositions” explained the concepts of synthetic dispositions and their tax implications. In this issue, we provide an example involving the forward sale of securities.
Understanding How to Work with CRA, Post-Season
Taxpayers and their advisors must prepare documentation and filings that follow both the laws created by the Department of Finance and the interpretation of the law by CRA. This has been proven again and again in the Courts. That’s why taxpayers and their advisors must understand the rules and how to comply with them, not just during tax filing season, but in its aftermath, too.
Focus on Future Grads
Use a TFSA and RESP strategy for your child's future education.
Be Certified In CRA Audit Defence – Registeration Extended to Noon May 17!
Hurry – Calgary is sold out (put your name on the waiting list), but there is still room in Winnipeg, Vancouver, and Toronto.
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