The Gateway: Maximizing the Impact of the Disability Tax Credit
In addition to reducing income tax through a non-refundable credit, the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) serves as a gateway to a wide range of additional tax benefits and government programs. Eligibility for the DTC can unlock enhanced credits, financial supplements, and long-term savings opportunities that go well beyond the tax return. Understanding how the DTC connects to these broader supports is essential for maximizing financial stability—both for individuals living with disabilities and the family members who support them. Unfortunately, many taxpayers miss this credit and their tax and financial advisors can certainly help when this happens.Evelyn Jacks: Take Only What is Necessary – Lessons from Ancient Tax Law
With all the political shenanigans of late (both federal and local), the respect – or lack thereof – of the taxpayers’ dollars emerges on front page news daily. If this is particularly irksome to you, you might be interested in a little history of taxation in Canada.
Civil & Criminal Tax Law: Keep Admissibility of Evidence in Mind
Those involved in criminal tax evasion cases are advised to bear civil tax consequences in mind when negotiating plea bargains and making admissions because the Tax Court of Canada (TCC) may admit evidence that may be otherwise inadmissible, if unchallenged in prior criminal proceedings.
Claim the Costs of Adopting a Child
If you adopt a child, you may claim a credit for the adoption expenses in the year that the adoption becomes final. This amount may be claimed by either spouse.
Make Claims for Children’s Programs in Year Paid
Claims for the Children’s Arts and Children’s Fitness tax credits are based on when the payment is made, not the year in which the activities are scheduled.
Stump Jacks on Tax
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Twenty & Thirty-Somethings: Is Failure to Launch About Confidence?
Toronto, Ontario. Why are highly educated young people unable to land great jobs and move out of the basement? Is it about youth and inexperience or is it about standing out in a lacklustre economy? Catherine Bell thinks it’s about “Presence.”
