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Year-End Planning: News for Disabled Persons

There are 6.2 million persons with disabilities in Canada, 23% of whom live in poverty. Soon there will be tax-assisted relief, but unfortunately not for at least a year.  The Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) was passed into law under Bill C-22, June 22, 2023 to help. The payments are expected to start in December 2024 and delivered through the tax system.  In the meantime, people living with disabilities and their caregivers can inform themselves of existing tax support for the 2023 tax year and the time to get ready is now.  Here’s what you need to know: 

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GAAR:  Taxpayer Wins Against CRA

In a recent Tax Court of Canada Case a taxpayer won and important appeal when the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) invoked the General Anti Avoidance Rule (GAAR) on October 17, 2021.  Here’s what happened:

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The RDSP: December 31 Deadline Extended

The RDSP (Registered Disability Savings Plan) is an excellent savings vehicle to build future pension assets for disabled people, all with generous government matching support.  An important deadline was approaching on December 31, 2023 regarding the status of Qualifying Family Members (QFMs).  Thanks to the March 2023 budget, however, this has now been extended.  Here are the details.

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November CE Summits - RSVP by October 31:  A Significant Tax Filing Deadline

Investors in residential real estate – both non-residents and some Canadians - must file their first UHT return by October 31.  Beyond this, a small but important window is available to prepare individuals, trusts and private businesses for new tax eroders before the end of 2023.  For these reasons, Knowledge Bureau is presenting four important professional development days – November 1, January 17, 25 and 26, accompanied by new online micro-course collections.  Details below.

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Tax & Accounting Specialized Credentials for Tax Season 2024

According to the 2024 Canada Salary Guide released by Robert Half, Competition is intense for skilled finance and accounting talent, and top candidates often receive multiple job offers. Some employers prefer to hold out for experienced professionals with in-demand skills, but that approach can result in overlooking high-potential candidates. To overcome staffing gaps, managers are considering people who may need technical training but have polished soft skills. Knowledge Bureau’s programs and courses leading to specialized credentials can help prepare business owners in the field with technical training their new hires need in tax and accounting.

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