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Late Filing Penalties: Talk About It!

While most T1 returns are in the hands of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) by April 30, we know many are not. In fact, millions of returns were still outstanding as of mid-May. Late-filing clients they need to know about the consequences, especially if they owe. Here’s a rundown to be aware of:

Do Your Clients Know How Much “Real Money” They Can Spend?

Help your clients better plan their spending for the “must haves” with the Cash Flow Calculator. Map out discretionary spending and saving money more purposefully in the right accounts for emergencies and future wants like security in retirement or the best education for the kids.

Have You Ever Seen an Armadillo Race?

Join us in the beautiful Texas Hills for the Distinguished Advisor Conference, November 9-12, 2014. Network and learn with top wealth advisors and outstanding speakers. Experience education differently at DAC!

Filing Deadline Extended, Questions Remain

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has announced a May 5 tax filing deadline extension and an arrest has been made in the "Heartbleed Bug" matter.

Canada’s Taste for Wine is Increasing

Canadians have become real red wine connoisseurs, but we still like our home grown beer, too. According to Statistics Canada, alcohol sales throughout the country in 2013 rose 2.2% from 2012, but a change in what Canadians are buying at the liquor store is noticeable.

CRA Error Doesn’t Help Taxpayer on Reassessment

When the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) errs, can they correct, reassess and require payment even if this is unfair? Apparently yes, based on a recent court case.

Evelyn Jacks: Rest in Peace, Mr. Flaherty

Canada is devastated at the loss of its great Finance Minister, Jim Flaherty, who few would argue was a truly wonderful soul.
 
 
 
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
    17 votes
    17.35%
  • No
    81 votes
    82.65%