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We attempt to assist our readers by simplifying some of the complex income tax issues in Canada. Occasionally, we answer the general tax questions as well that can help a broader readership of our blog section.
INSIGHTS

2020 End of Year Tax Planning for Small Corporations in Canada
There are many ways small business owners can optimize their corporate income taxes for 2020. This post is for the small to medium-sized businesses operating in the corporate form. Further, we do not recommend relying

Flipping Houses – Business Income Vs Capital Gains
Property flipping is an increasingly common practice to buy a property and then reselling it for a quick profit. Property flipping also includes assignment sales a.k.a. shadow flipping. Shadow flipping is the sale of a property

5 Alternatives to CEBA
Canada Emergency Business Account (aka CEBA) has been the most talked-about government support program for small businesses. Since its launch, it has helped many small businesses with the liquidity pressures faced during the pandemic. Many

Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS) – Applications opened
Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS) applications are open now. CERS provides much-needed support to Canadian businesses struggling with rent payments during the pandemic. If you have already applied for Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) you

COVID-19 Exception: Substantial Presence Test (U.S.)
Canadians in the U.S. must file U.S. tax return if they meet Substantial presence test. What’s the exception due to Covid-19

A Guide to Investor Pitch Deck
A beginner’s guide to Investor Pitch Deck. How to prepare the one, what to avoid and the tips for success.
TAX QUESTIONS
Taxation of RSUs after moving from Canada
Question: I moved from the U.S. to Canada in April of 2024 after I got my Canadian PR approved. I have RSUs that were granted while I was in the
Short Term Rentals in Canada
Tax Question Asked by: Andrea J. Marie I have a condo that I use as an AirBNB in Toronto. I am recently told that I cannot claim any tax deductions
Bare Trust Reporting in Canada
Question asked by Sumit Khanna My son owns a house where he lives. He was having a hard time getting a mortgage. I decided to be on the title of
Late filing Penalties for form 5471
Tax Question asked by Aiman Doe (Name changed at their request) I am an American living in Canada since 2011. I own a Canadian Corporation since 2012. I have never
Tax Treaty Benefits for Non-U.S. members of LLC
Question: Can a U.S. LLC claim exemption from Canadian corporate income tax under article VII of treaty if it has non-us members?