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August Poll
In your opinion, is the new two-tiered Canada Emergency Wage Supplement (CEWS) too complex?
Improving cross-border tax compliance
Canada and the United States are working toward improved cross-border tax compliance.
News from Tax Court: Crown appeals Guindon
The Crown has appealed a recent Tax Court of Canada (TCC) decision that ruled penalties were criminal in nature, not civil. If the ruling is upheld, advisors will come under increased scrutiny.
Sometimes it’s all about the proper procedure
If you are disputing a re-assessment of your income tax filing with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), failing to choose the appropriate appeal procedure can prove very costly.
Forecasters’ moderate outlook
Look for slower growth in gross domestic product (GDP) in 2013 before it picks up again in 2014, say private-sector forecasters.
2013 CPP contribution rates
For 2013, the maximum pensionable earnings under the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) will be $51,100, up $1,000 from $50,100 in 2012.
