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Estate Planning

Make sure kids don’t inherit too much

It’s natural for parents to worry. And, if they’re rich, they’re probably concerned about spoiling their children.

By Staff |October 30, 2012

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CRA apologizes to taxpayers affected by CCTB error

CRA has officially apologized to taxpayers unduly penalized by the Canada Child Tax Benefit rules.

By Conseiller.ca Staff |October 30, 2012

1 min read

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Help clients leverage tax credits

Smart investors can leverage tax credits to increase their ROI

By Sean Wise |October 30, 2012

3 min read

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Trucker fined for tax evasion

The defendant charged $101,279 in personal expenses to the company in 2005 and 2006.

By Staff |October 29, 2012

1 min read

CRA issues mandatory e-filing requirements

Tax preparers can now register with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to comply with new mandatory electronic filing requirements. Starting January 2013, those who prepare more than 10 income tax returns in a year will be required to file them electronically. This applies to both T1 individual income tax and benefit returns, and T2 corporation […]

By Staff |October 23, 2012

1 min read

Business owners lack funds for growth

A majority (60%) of Canadian entrepreneurs want to invest in their small- and medium-sized businesses within the next year, finds a Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) survey. However, one of the greatest obstacles to growth is money, or lack thereof. In fact, 50% say they have insufficient working capital, and 30% have trouble accessing […]

By Staff |October 15, 2012

1 min read

6 ways to trim a tax bill

Several provinces are cash-strapped, and are looking to collect more tax. Here are some tax considerations that could save your clients thousands. Discuss each as part of your year-end planning meeting.

By Francys Brown |October 15, 2012

4 min read

Tax News

Make sure kids don’t inherit too much

CRA apologizes to taxpayers affected by CCTB error

Help clients leverage tax credits

Trucker fined for tax evasion

CRA issues mandatory e-filing requirements

5 improvements to the RDSP

Faceoff: RESPs

Give more for less

Business owners lack funds for growth

6 ways to trim a tax bill