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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:

Adjusting Prior Filed Returns? Be Honest

Morton v. The Queen (2014) TCC 72. The Tax Court of Canada recently released reasons for judgment in a case regarding the imposition of penalties following the expiration of the normal reassessment periods.

Evelyn Jacks: Canadians Can Control Wealth Erosion In Uncertain Times

It’s difficult to think pessimistically about the great news released mid-March about our national net worth: it increased by 2.7% to $7.7 trillion in the last quarter of 2013, following a 2.5% gain in the third quarter.

Thank You, Mr. Flaherty

On October 9, 2009 at a presentation in Istanbul, Turkey, Canada’s Finance Minister Jim Flaherty was presented Euromoney magazine's Finance Minister of the Year award for 2009.

Grad Spotlight – New Author Kevin Gebert

Kevin Gebert achieved his MFA-Retirement Income Specialist designation in 2006 and has since been actively involved with Knowledge Bureau, most recently publishing his first book, Financial Fotographs. We are pleased to have Kevin as one of our distinguished grads.

Scammers Victimize Immigrants Posing as CRA

Police in Edmonton are warning of scammers who have their sights set on one Canada’s most vulnerable groups: new immigrants.

What expenses are deductible for child care costs?

Child care expenses are claimable by Canadian residents for services provided in Canada, although deemed residents living abroad qualify as well.  
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you agree that public trustees, guardians and departments supporting Indigenous Services should be able to certify impairments for the Disability Tax Credit?

  • Yes
    12 votes
    25%
  • No
    36 votes
    75%