
Ojaide v The King –Tuition Tax Credits Explained
Paying for school is stressful enough, but missing out on tuition tax credits or claiming them incorrectly can cost Canadians thousands. As tuition fe...
Salary or Dividends? How Corporation Operators Can Pay Themselves Better
If you run an incorporated business, deciding how to pay yourself is a big part of financial planning. The choice usually comes down to salary, divide...
Bare Trusts – Demystifying T3 Filing Requirements
In recent years, Canada has introduced sweeping changes to trust reporting obligations, significantly affecting various trust structures—including b...
Are Surviving Spouses Still Considered Spouses for Tax Liability Purposes?
The recent Federal Court of Appeal decision, Enns v Canada (2025 FCA 14), clarified the definition of “spouse” in the context of s...
CRA Audit Powers and Judicial Review: A Guide for Taxpayers
In the 2024 Budget, the government proposed to further extend the Canada Revenue Agency’s (CRA) audit powers and their power to require additional d...
T1213 Form (Request to Reduce Tax Deductions at Source)
The T1213 form, also known as the Request to Reduce Tax Deductions at Source, is a valuable tool for Canadian taxpayers who expect to claim significan...
Navigating Tax Compliance for Toronto’s Short-Term Rental Hosts
Toronto’s housing crisis has fueled heated debate around short-term rentals. Critics argue that turning residential properties into short-term renta...
Essential Tax Obligations and Deductions for Toronto’s Short-Term Rental Hosts
With Toronto’s rising cost of living, short-term rentals have become both a financial lifeline for property owners and a source of public debate. Cr...
Taxes for Freelancers: A Guide for Independent Workers
Freelancing offers flexibility, independence, and the potential for lucrative income, but it also comes with the responsibility of managing your own t...