by James PendergastTax Residency and Avoiding Double Taxation
Canadian residents are responsible for taxes on their worldwide income. Please see our other article for more information about residency status. A n...
by James PendergastThe CRA and Automatic Tax Filings
In her 2020 Speech from the Throne, Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, addressed many potential changes that may be adopted b...
by James PendergastWhat is the Departure Tax?
COVID-19 has grounded many Canadians from international travel and has created unforeseen tax issues related to residency. As winter approaches, many ...
by James PendergastThe Basics of Estate Taxation in Canada
In addition to the emotional consequences of losing a loved one, estate administration can be a difficult undertaking, even for those familiar with th...
by James PendergastThe Fine Line between a CRA Tax Audit and a Criminal Tax Investigation
The Canadian income tax system operates through self-reporting, which means that each individual taxpayer is required to file his or her own Canadian ...
by James PendergastInternational Tax Issues Created by COVID-19
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has forced changes in all aspects of life. One of the main changes being the imposition of travel restrictions to and fr...
by James PendergastParticipating Debt Interest
Participating debt interest and regular interest are treated differently by the Income Tax Act here in Canada. Whether interest is considered to be pa...
by James PendergastWhen Should a Tax Lawyer be Used?
For most, filing taxes and dealing with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) can be scary and confusing. Even for those who file their taxes on time and ha...
by James PendergastEI Sickness Benefits and COVID-19
Given the financial uncertainty facing Canadians as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic, on March 18, 2020, the government of Canada announced additiona...
by James Pendergast