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Seniors Targeted? The Tax Audits Begin

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) routinely reviews or audits tax filings, including personal, trust, corporate, and HST returns. The most common types of reviews that focus on personal tax returns include, but are not limited to, Pre-Assessment Reviews, Processing Reviews, and the Matching Program. This year there is a new focus: the Multigenerational Home Renovation Tax Credit introduced to help families better care for their elders. But claiming it, like other tax benefits, comes with a tax snare. Read on to learn more.

The New RRIF Rules and Pension Income Splitting

Recent changes to RRIF withdrawal rules are in the spotlight since the April 21, 2015 federal budget.  Will they affect pension income splitting, and if so, how? 

Small Business Catches a Tax Break!

Small businesses employ half of all Canadian workers in the private sector; making sure these employers can continue to provide jobs is critical. 

Top 10 Reasons the TFSA Rocks!

Despite political controversy, the TFSA has gained broad-based acceptance by 40% or 11 million average Canadians. 

Just How Long Do You Have To Keep Those Tax Receipts?

Glad to have another tax season behind you? Don’t be so quick to throw out your tax files!

Odds Are Good For Starting Your Own Business

Thinking of making a big change in your career path?  Maybe it’s time to take control and be your own boss? 

Self-Employment:  The New Retirement Trend?

Does anyone really need to retire anymore? 
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Are your clients owed money by CRA? As of March 31, 2025, the CRA holds about 10.2 million uncashed cheques totalling $1.7 billion. In your view, why is this happening?

  • Yes
    18 votes
    66.67%
  • No
    9 votes
    33.33%