On July 18, 2017 Finance Minister Bill Morneau released his much anticipated consultation paper proposing changes to how private corporations are used to gain tax advantages. The proposals outlined in the consultation paper are significant and will affect everyone who owns a private corporation. The following three items are targeted in the consultation paper: ·
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Federal Budget Commentary Article If you have any questions regarding the Federal Budget or its impact on you or your business, please contact us. We hope you find our Commentary informative. To assist you with other budget-related inquiries, please call our Federal Budget Hotline at (416) 499-3101. March 22, 2017 CPA Canada: Federal Budget Commentary
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Review asset mix of your non-registered portfolio. Interest income is the highest taxed of your investment income. Consider restructuring your portfolio so that interest income is earned in a registered plan (RRSP, RRIF, TFSA) where it is tax sheltered. Are you carrying debt that is not tax deductible? Consider reducing this debt with non-registered assets.
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The Canada Revenue Agency (the “CRA”) has recently announced a number of significant changes in relation to the disposition of residences. Section 40(2)(b) of the Income Tax Act provides a possible exemption on the gain when the property is sold. The exemption is applicable when the test in Section 40(2)(b) is satisfied and the property
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