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Podcast: Automatic Tax Filing - Will It Work?

Last week Taxpayers' Ombudsperson François Boileau  tabled his annual report:  In Pursuit of Better Service: Taxpayers Deserve More.  once again, it was nothing short of scathing, as CRA received its highest number of complaints in the last three years.  Calling our “completely nuts” Income Tax Act a potential barrier, he is nonetheless pushing for automatic tax filing as a potential solution.  A new episode of Real Tax News with Evelyn Jacks & Friends available next week, will feature guest Gillian Petit, Ph.D. - author of a great report, Welcome News for Lower-Income Canadians, but There’s More to Do - which takes a deeper dive.  Consider the following:

Sorting the Mail from CRA

With the introduction of online mail for both preparers and clients, sorting out who will get what when can be quite confusing.

Pay Yourself First

Although submission of a TD1 form is not required each year, it’s always a good idea to ensure that your employer is not withholding more taxes than absolutely necessary – after all, it’s your money.

2015 Pre Budget Online Consultation for the Federal Government’s Economic Action Plan

Federal Finance Minister Joe Oliver is seeking input on a number of key issues for the 2015 Economic Action Plan.

Two Designates Receive Thumbs Up Fom Knowledge Bureau

Knowledge Bureau gives a thumbs up to two folks who participated in the Toronto Distinguished Advisor Workshop. 

Tax Tip For 2015

File an audit-proof return on time 

DAC 2015 is Heading to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

The Westin Resort and Spa has been announced as the venue for Distinguished Advisors Conference (DAC) 2015!
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

According to CRA, Canadians experience improved service delivery and responsiveness from the CRA this tax season. Do you agree?

  • Yes
    8 votes
    8.7%
  • No
    84 votes
    91.3%