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October 2024 Poll
October was small business month! Do you think more Canadians today are interested in starting their own businesses?
Make Claims for Children’s Programs in Year Paid
Claims for the Children’s Arts and Children’s Fitness tax credits are based on when the payment is made, not the year in which the activities are scheduled.
Microsoft Loses at Supreme Court
Microsoft Canada had been illegally overcharging for its Intel-compatible PC operating systems and software since 1988. This was claimed in a class action lawsuit against Microsoft Corporation, Microsoft Canada Co. and the Attorney General of Canada (Intervener), by Pro-Sys Consultants Ltd. and Neil Godfrey at the Supreme Court of Canada.
Canada’s Triple A Rating Has Been Reaffirmed
On November 13th, the Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance, issued a positive affirmation of Canada’s credit rating.
What is a Home Relocation Loan?
Sometimes an employer will require an employee to relocate to another part of the country. In such cases, it is not unusual for a low-interest or interest-free housing loan to be granted to cushion the costs of the move.
Part 3: Reporting Segregated Funds with Guarantees at Death
Reporting for taxpayers with segregated funds that feature guarantees at death require some advanced knowledge to this properly.
