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May 2025 Poll
Does the Liberal promise expected soon to cut the lowest personal income tax rate by 1% to 14%, go far enough to help Canadians impacted by high costs?
Tax preparers and filing electronically
As of January 2013, tax preparers who receive payment to prepare more than 10 income tax returns in a year will be required to file those returns electronically.
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.
