Canadian Tax Lawyer Decodes 2023 Fall Economic Statement – Part II: A Challenge to Build a Competitive Economy

Introduction: A Challenge to Build A Competitive Economy On November 21, 2023, the government of…

Published: December 12, 2023

Last Updated: December 12, 2023

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Canadian Tax Lawyer Decodes The 2023 Fall Economic Statement – Part I: Canadian Housing Action Plan

Introduction: Decoding the 2023 Fall Economic Statement On November 21, 2023, the government of Canada…

Published: December 11, 2023

Last Updated: December 7, 2023

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When Can a Non-Profit Organization Turn a Profit? The “Profit-Purpose” Test for Non-Profit Organizations’ Tax-Exempt Status Under the Canadian Income Tax Act

Introduction – Tax Exemption for Non-Profit Organizations Under Paragraph 149(1)(l) of the Income Tax Act…

Published: December 8, 2023

Last Updated: December 6, 2023

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Tax complexities in dealing with the death of a spouse: ODSP and Child Benefits – O’Brien v. The King

O'Brien v. The King, 2023, is a recent Tax Court of Canada (“Tax Court”) case…

Published: December 6, 2023

Last Updated: December 6, 2023

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Taxpayers must articulate reasons for not responding to questions in motions in Tax Court – Richard Quigley v The King: Powers of CRA Series

Discovery is part of the process in most litigation including in appearing before the Tax…

Published: November 17, 2023

Last Updated: November 17, 2023

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What Small Businesses Need to Know About Canadian Taxes: A Checklist

For Canadian taxpayers looking to setup a small business the issue of taxes can be…

Published: November 17, 2023

Last Updated: October 7, 2024

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A Toronto Tax Lawyer’s Guide for Toronto Vacant Home Tax (VHT)

Introduction: Toronto Vacant Home Tax (VHT) As of 2022, owners of residential properties in Toronto…

Published: November 8, 2023

Last Updated: November 8, 2023

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A Canadian Tax Lawyer’s Guide for Registered Charities in Canada: Non-resident Withholding Tax

Introduction: Registered Charities in Canada A registered charity in Canada is exempt from tax on…

Published: October 30, 2023

Last Updated: October 30, 2023

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Canadian Taxpayers, Beware: The CRA Gets Away with Defective Pleadings During Tax Litigation

Introduction: Canada v. Preston, 2023 FCA 178 For the most part, in Canadian tax disputes,…

Published: October 24, 2023

Last Updated: October 24, 2023

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