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Claiming Medical Expense

Free Health Care? Did you know that Canadians spend on average more than $1,000 on medical expenses each year? It’s estimated that government programs, via our taxes, cover about 72% of medical expenses, which means that we pay for the rest. Your clients may be over-paying on their taxes because they don’t know about medical expense deductions. 

Evelyn Jacks: Don’t pay more taxes than necessary

You may not be able to control the economy but you can control the amount of income taxes you pay.

Dealing with goodwill

Goodwill can be “eligible capital property” under the Income Tax Act, explains Greer Jacks in this second of two parts on goodwill.

Do non-residents have to pay Canadian income taxes?

Yes. The government imposes income taxes on non-residents who earn income in Canada and/or dispose of Canadian property.

Repurpose Your Income

There are many different definitions of “income” on the tax return.

Lifestyle Column: 10 Neat Things

This week: 10 neat things about birds.

Featured Course: Introduction to Corporate Tax Preparation

Prepare corporate income tax returns with confidence in the process and your skills. Learn how to understand the businesses issues and tax options that underlie the taxation of corporate income, so the return can be prepared accurately – minimizing tax and identifying planning opportunities on a timely basis.  
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you believe SimpleFile, CRA’s newly revamped automated tax system, will help more Canadians access tax benefits and comply with the tax system?

  • Yes
    6 votes
    8.57%
  • No
    64 votes
    91.43%