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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.

Going to School or Working Temporarily in the U.S.?

If you plan to attend school or work temporarily in the U.S., you may technically be deemed a U.S. resident for tax purposes.

Knowledge Counts: Upgrade Your Skills Today

Now’s the time to prepare for next tax season by upgrading the skills of you and your team. Start the DFA-Tax Services Specialist™ Designation program for the “a-ha” moments and finish it for the opportunity to connect and differentiate. Enrol by June 15 and attend DAW as our guest.

Discuss Money Matters with Your Family

Money and finances play such a critical role in our day-to-day lives, yet it can be one of the most uncomfortable and polarizing topics to discuss. Break taboo and learn to broach financial topics with a plan. Purchase your copy of Financial Fotographs today – makes a great graduation gift!

Provide Guidance to Your Clients in Estate Planning Matters

Learn to prepare final returns in the most tax-efficient manner and expand your career by adding estate planning to your list of services. Enrol in Final Returns on Death of a Taxpayer.

Doomed Ontario Budget: Retroactive Bracket Creep, High Income Surtaxes Taxes Featured

The May 1 Ontario budget triggered a provincial election and so it died on the vine; but it’s an important one to understand, none-the-less, as some of its parts may be back at some time in the near future, depending on the outcome of the election.

No Expiration Dates on New Prepaid Cards

New rules pertaining to prepaid credit cards took effect on May 1. Finance Minister Joe Oliver held a press conference on April 30 in Ottawa to introduce the new measures that were designed to protect Canadian consumers.
 
 
 
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?

  • Yes
    25 votes
    100%
  • No
    0 votes
    0%