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INSIGHTS
Canada: On Road to a New Global R&D Hub!
For a while, Silicon Valley in the United States has been a Research and Development hub in the world. Well, that may change soon. According to the 2019 global technology innovation report, the US and
CEWS Audits by CRA – Just landed
Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) has been providing significant support to Canadian jobs by covering 75% of employee’s wages (sometimes up to 85%, see new CEWS rules). A total of $35.31 billion has been paid
Additional T4 Reporting Requirements for 2020
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has introduced additional reporting requirements for T4 Information returns of 2020. The purpose of these additional requirements is to validate the benefit payments to Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB), Canada
10 Reasons to Move your Business to Canada
10 Reasons to Invest in Canada Planning to start a business or looking to expand internationally? Well, Canada is the place for you. Investing in Canada offers plenty of opportunities in terms of everything right
Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy – New Rules – July 5 Onwards
NOTE: the Government is proposing to extend the CEWS further until June 2021. Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) has undergone major changes in July 2020. Extension of CEWS until end of 2020 Wage subsidy has
U.S. Canada Cross Border Taxation for Canadian Businesses
How can Canadian businesses operate in the U.S. Choose the right structure and common mistakes to avoid.
TAX QUESTIONS
IT Contractors – Employee Vs Incorporation
Question: I Am An IT Professional. I Just Received An Offer From My Employer. My Employer Wants Me To Incorporate And They Have Agreed To Offer A Better Hourly Rate. I Am Confused Should I Set Up A Corporation Or Become An Employee?
Tax on Inheritance in Canada
Question: My mother passed away in India last month. I am receiving my share of the family house. The home is located in India. I am a resident of Canada. Do I need to pay taxes in Canada when this property is transferred to me?
Incidental Rental income of CCPC
Question: My corporation, a CCPC, has a catering business and holds a building as an asset. I rent a portion of the building but use the rest in my operations. Is my corporation now Specified Investment Business?
U.S. Citizens and Residents with U.S. Amazon Stores
Question: Do Canadian Corps using U.S. Amazon FBA services need to pay branch profit taxes and file 5472.