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May 2025 Poll

Does the new government’s 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? What are alternatives in your view?
Yes: 12 votes
11.11%
No: 96 votes
88.89%
 

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New tax treaty to boost trade

A new tax treaty will increase trade and investment between Canada and Hong Kong.

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The law determines judges’ decisions

A recent Tax Court of Canada (TCC) decision shows that, despite personal feelings of sympathy, judges must follow the letter of the law.

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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.

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Improving cross-border tax compliance

Canada and the United States are working toward improved cross-border tax compliance.

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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.

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