No More Sworn Testimony, But Audits Are Still Stress Inducing
“That” Phrase: it’s one no taxpayer wants to hear – digitally or otherwise. “You’re being audited.” If you’ve had to deliver that news you’ll know that the reaction can range from indignity to shock to panic. Based on the latest piece of legislation before Parliament, you might have to tell more of your clients to buckle up, it’s going to be a bumpy ride. CRA will now have greater powers. Consider this:New Form Defines Tax Exemptions for Status Indians
When is employment income earned by an Aboriginal person exempt from income tax?
No Fooling - Proprietorship Returns Due June 15
Time’s up for procrastinators... midnight on Monday June 15 is the T1 tax filing deadline for unincorporated businesses.
Emotions Aside, Sometimes Estate Litigation is Wrong
On May 28, 2015, the Ontario Court of Appeal (ONCA) dismissed an appeal from the dismayed son of a deceased testator.
High Standard Upheld in Will Validity Challenge
Back in 1851, a decision in Russel v. Jackson reasoned that when the validity of a Will is challenged, the solicitor’s file should be disclosed in certain circumstances to provide insight into the views and intentions of the testator, or the objects and purposes for which dispositions have been made in the Will.
Make Mother Nature Happy – Go Paperless
Have you gone paperless? Innovations in technology and a focus on process improvements have paved the way to making “paperless” a reality for those businesses interested in improving efficiencies.
Ontario Estate Taxes: Significant and Unexpected
Dynamic Elise Pulver, LLB, will address significant and unexpected changes to the Estate and Administration Tax Act, at the Distinguished Advisor Workshop, June 22 in Toronto.
