By Liz O'Dowd on July 20, 2012 
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As part of their ongoing efforts to improve electronic filing processes, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is pleased to announce the extension of the electronic filing season for 2011 T1 tax returns. Starting this fall, the electronic filing systems, EFILE Online,… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on July 20, 2012 Leave a comment
Minister of National Revenue, today met with members of the local business community to discuss a number of initiatives the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has introduced to reduce the burden placed on small businesses. “I am pleased to announce that… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on July 17, 2012 Leave a comment
Allowable child care expenses are those paid for the care of an eligible child, to enable the parent to earn employment income, carry on a business, attend an eligible program at a designated educational institution for at least 3 consecutive… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on July 17, 2012 Leave a comment
Instead of being sent a cheque, enjoy the convenience of direct deposit. Asking for direct deposit means you will receive your money on time, directly in your account at a Canadian financial institution. Join the thousands of taxpayers and businesses… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on July 17, 2012 Leave a comment
We now offer a printer-friendly version of the goods and services tax/harmonized sales tax (GST/HST) return working copy. This working copy enables registrants to maintain a copy of their GST/HST return calculations for record purposes. Do not use this printer-friendly… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on July 17, 2012 Leave a comment
The following new services are now available for GST/HST accounts: “View a return” has been renamed “View expected and filed returns.” In addition to being able to view line-by-line details of already filed returns, you will be able to view… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on July 17, 2012 Leave a comment
In Economic Action Plan 2012, the Harper Government announced that it would make available $400 million to help increase private sector investments in early-stage risk capital and to support the creation of large-scale venture capital funds led by the private sector…. {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on July 5, 2012 Leave a comment
Ottawa, Ontario, June 29, 2012… The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) announced today that the average refund for the 2011 tax-filing season is more than $1,580—an increase of about $70 per person since last year. Many Canadians are receiving their refunds… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on July 5, 2012 Leave a comment
The G-20 welcomes major policy actions in Europe As noted in the Leaders’ Declaration of Los Cabos, Euro area members of the G-20 committed to take all the necessary measures to safeguard the integrity and stability of the area, improve… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on July 5, 2012 Leave a comment
Today the Harper government announced further adjustments to the rules for government-backed insured mortgages. “Our Government stands behind the efforts of hard-working Canadian families to save by investing in their homes and their future,” said Minister Flaherty. “The adjustments we… {Read more}