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Confirmed:  The CCR for Small Business is Tax Free

Ottawa has confirmed that the CCR for Small Business received by eligible Canadian-controlled private corporations (CCPCs) will be tax free for the 2019-20 to 2023-24 fuel charge years, as will the final payment for the 2024-2025 fuel charge year.  Draft legislation was released on June 30, 2025 with this announcement; and will be introduced for law making in Parliament this Fall.   Some of the more significant details are discussed below.

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 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?

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    100%
  • No
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