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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.

Specialize in Tax-Efficient Retirement Income Planning

Expand your business and assist baby-boomer clients in defending their retirement savings against tax erosion with the with the Advanced Tax-Efficient Retirement Income Planning course.

Quickly Estimate Total Taxes Payable

The Income Tax Estimator is a simple calculator that will help quickly and accurately determine the total income, net income, taxable income, non-refundable credits, and taxes payable for either a single taxpayer or a couple. Federal GST/HST Credits and Child Tax Benefit amounts are also estimated.

Audit Defence - Documenting the Client Experience

Consolidate your role as a trusted advocate and steward for your clients. Register by May 15 for early bird rates.

CRA Breach – 900 Taxpayers Affected

CRA reveals that Social Insurance Number data for 900 taxpayers was accessed through its systems due to the Heartbleed bug.

Nova Scotia Provincial Budget

The 2014 Nova Scotia provincial budget was tabled on April 3, 2014. The budget contained no new taxes or credits, but it did contain several adjustments.

Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Budget

The Newfoundland and Labrador provincial budget was presented on March 27. The budget contained a number of tax changes.
 
 
 
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%