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.Advisor Penalties Not Criminal in Nature Says Federal Court of Appeal
On June 12, 2013, the Federal Court of Appeal released its decision in Canada v. Guindon (2013 FCA 153). The issue to be determined was whether advisor penalties levied under Section 163.2 of the Income Tax Act (the “Act”) created an “offence” within the purview of Section 11 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (the “Charter”).
Financial Literacy Leader Apply Here
On June 20, the Honourable Ted Menzies, Minister of State, Finance, announced that the selection process for the first Financial Literacy Leader of Canada was officially underway.
Tax Relief for Alberta Flood Victims
On June 22, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) announced that taxpayers who have been affected by the recent flooding in the Calgary area would have access to the taxpayer relief provisions, if they were unable to meet their tax obligations on time.
Evelyn Jacks: Six Laws of a Long and Happy Life
Wondering if we’ll ever get summer this year? Here’s something to ponder if you’re stuck at the cottage in the rain. . .the six laws of a long and happy life.
Manage Quarterly Instalments for 2013
Avoid owing more than $2,999 at your balance due date. Here's why...
Critical Illness: MFA and DFA-Specialists Can Help
Do you know of someone dealing with the devastation of critical illness? There is much we can do from a tax efficiency point of view to help and guide families.
