So, You’ve Received an Audit Proposal Letter, What Are The Next Steps?
An audit proposal letter is sent out to a taxpayer in the midst of the audit process. It typically follows the CRA informing a taxpayer that they are under...
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Tax Controversy vs. Tax Litigation
Disagreements with the Canada Revenue Agency (“CRA”) can take many forms, from simple audit disputes to complex court proceedings. Understanding the...
Read More Understanding Canada’s General Anti-Avoidance Rule
Effective tax planning is important for both individuals and businesses. Good planning helps you meet your legal obligations while arranging your affairs in...
Read More Tax Controversy: How Tax Disputes with the CRA Are Resolved
Tax controversy refers to disputes between taxpayers and the Canada Revenue Agency (“CRA”) over the interpretation or application of the governing tax...
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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 fees...
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New CRA Powers for Notices of Non- Compliance – Proposed in the 2025 Federal Budget
In the 2025 Federal Budget, the Canadian government proposed plans to introduce a new tool for the Canada Revenue Agency (“CRA”) called a Notice of...
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Foreign Tax Credits: Common Errors and CRA Adjustments
When Canadians earn income abroad, through employment, investments, or business activities, that income is typically taxed in the country where it’s earned....
Read More Understanding the CRA’s Power to Compel Interviews Under Section 231.1
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has several key powers regarding the administration and enforcement of Canadian income tax laws. These powers allow the CRA,...
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