No More Sworn Testimony, But Audits Are Still Stress Inducing

“That” Phrase: it’s one no taxpayer wants to hear – digitally or otherwise. “You’re being audited.” If you’ve had to deliver that news you’ll know that the reaction can range from indignity to shock to panic. Based on the latest piece of legislation before Parliament, you might have to tell more of your clients to buckle up, it’s going to be a bumpy ride. CRA will now have greater powers. Consider this:

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In the semi-annual Financial System Review (FSR), the Bank of Canada recently released an enhanced framework for gauging the risks to financial stability.

On June 12, 2014 CRA announced the prescribed interest rates for the 3rd quarter of 2014 (July to September) will remain unchanged from the 2nd quarter.  

A recent decision of the Tax Court of Canada serves as a caution to taxpayers who appeal their reassessments on feeble or fabricated grounds: parties who do so may face costly consequences.