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AUTHREP Changed July 15

Since July 15, the "Authorize a Representative" service in EFILE, accessed through tax software, will no longer be available. Tax professionals must now use the Represent a Client (RAC) portal to request online access to a client’s account.

Putting “goodwill” to work for you

Understanding the concept of “goodwill” will work to your advantage, as Greer Jacks explains in this first of a two-part series.

Lifestyle Column: 10 Neat Things

This week: 10 neat things about light.

Do you have to report income from foreign sources?

In some countries, such as the United States, taxation is based on citizenship. In Canada, however, the government levies income taxes based on residency. 

Mind Your Fs and Ps

Federal tax returns are required to be filed by all Canadians who have a balance due or file to recover overpaid taxes or refundable tax credits. Provincial taxes for the whole year are based on your province of residence on December 31.

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Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you believe Canada’s tax system based, on self-assessment, has suffered under recent changes at CRA and by Finance Canada? If so, what is the one wish you have for tax reform?

  • Yes
    358 votes
    70.75%
  • No
    148 votes
    29.25%