Author: Matthew Pollock

by Matthew Pollock

Protecting Yourself from CRA Scams in Canada

The individual tax filing deadline for 2023 personal taxes has passed, as the deadline to file was April 30th. However, the next step that occurs in t...

by Matthew Pollock

Tax Fraud Season

Tax season is universally recognized as a time of heightened stress for individuals and businesses alike, as they endeavor to navigate the complexitie...

by Matthew Pollock

Can you be Detained at the Canadian Border for Tax Debt?

Whether you owe $50 or $50 million to the Canada Revenue Agency (“CRA”), tax debt is undoubtedly a source of stress. This is partially due to the ...

by Matthew Pollock

New CRA Powers in the 2024 Federal Budget: “Notices of Non-Compliance”

Budget 2024 proposes several amendments to the information gathering provisions of the Income Tax Act (“ITA”), notably “Notices of Non-Compl...

by Matthew Pollock

Tax Considerations for Canadians Wintering Abroad

When the temperatures drop each year, many Canadians head south for the winter for a few months of bliss to escape the cold weather. While enjoying th...

by Matthew Pollock

Audit of Restaurants – Revenue Projection Method

A revenue projection method is a technique that may be implemented during the audit of a taxpayer. Briefly, IVI techniques are used in an attempt to d...

by Matthew Pollock

2024 Federal Budget: The CRA is Set to Claim a Larger Slice of Capital Gains – What Can You Do?

The Federal Budget 2024 (the “Budget”), announced on April 16, 2024, proposed an increase in the inclusion rate for capital gains for individuals ...

by Matthew Pollock

The Perils of Entering Into a Lease with a Non-Resident Landlord

Do you know your landlord? It cannot be denied that we are living in times of what feels like ever-increasing housing scarcity. Finding a safe place t...

by Matthew Pollock

Streaming Success: Tax Implications for Gamers and Streamers in Ontario

In the vibrant landscape of digital entertainment, the realms of gaming and streaming have become more than just a pastime. For many, these platforms ...

by Matthew Pollock

Federal Court of Appeal Ruling in Glencore Canada Corporation v R – Implications for M&A Transactions

Background The Federal Court of Appeal (FCA) recently issued a pivotal ruling in Glencore Canada Corporation v R, sparking widespread discussion withi...