By Peter Kupovics on October 25, 2013 
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In a recent Technical Interpretation, CRA noted that an employer-provided meal allowance will not be taxable where the following conditions are met: It must be a reasonable amount; The allowance is received to cover expenses while travelling away from the… {Read more}
By Peter Kupovics on October 25, 2013 Leave a comment
Balancing the books isn’t always easy. Business owners understand the importance of keeping records up-to-date. Unfortunately, paperwork has a habit of piling up – quickly PADGETT BUSINESS SERVICES now offers a solution PADGETT CONNECT PADGETT CONNECT is an easy-to-use business… {Read more}
By Peter Kupovics on October 25, 2013 Leave a comment
Press release from Canada Revenue Agency – Ottawa, Ontario, September 23, 2013 The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) today announced the prescribed annual interest rates that will apply to any amounts owed to the CRA and to any amounts the CRA… {Read more}
By Peter Kupovics on October 25, 2013 Leave a comment
Press Release from Canada Revenue Agenc – Ottawa, Ontario, October 1, 2013 The Honourable Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay, P.C., Q.C., M.P., Minister of National Revenue, and Royal Galipeau, Member of Parliament for Ottawa-Orleans, participated in an event to celebrate National Seniors… {Read more}
By Peter Kupovics on October 25, 2013 Leave a comment
Do you need to do business with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), why not do it when it’s convenient for you? Need to file your return? Make a payment? Change your address? You can do all this and more from… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on February 5, 2013 Leave a comment
Did you know? If you were an employed trades person in 2012 (including an eligible apprentice mechanic), you may be able to deduct up to $500 of the cost of eligible tools bought to earn your employment income. Important facts… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on December 6, 2012 Leave a comment
Did you know…? As part of a Government of Canada initiative to continuously improve how it offers online services, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is now offering a second login option. In addition to the CRA user ID and password,… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on December 6, 2012 Leave a comment
The dividend tax credit is a non-refundable tax credit which applies when Canadian dividends are included in income. Foreign dividends do not qualify for the dividend tax credit. Both dividend tax credits are claimed on Line 425 on Schedule 1… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on December 6, 2012 Leave a comment
The basic rules relating to tax-free savings account include the following: Contributions can be made by Canadian residents aged 18 or over Up to $5,000 per year can be contributed, with unused contribution room being carried forward. The $5,000 annual… {Read more}
By Liz O'Dowd on November 30, 2012 Leave a comment
Consider a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) for your children. Set up a Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA). Review your December income tax installment. Make a low interest loan to your spouse. Repay outstanding shareholder loans and pay interest on… {Read more}