Update to the leading guide on penalties under the Income Tax Act, published by Counter Tax Litigators LLP x Thomson Reuters.
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February 21, 2025 - Key Takeaways for Leaders A CRA audit is not just a process - it's a conflict, unfolding in real-time. Leaders who treat it as routine compliance fail to recognize the trends, the CRA's approach,...
February 06, 2025 - The Federal Court of Appeal’s (“FCA”) decision in Enns v. Canada[1] clarifies how “spouse” is defined for purposes of paragraph 160(1)(a) of the Income Tax Act (“ITA”). This decision carries...
November 04, 2024 - When you receive a Notice of Reassessment (NoR) from the CRA and decide to contest it, one strategic choice significantly influences both the resources you commit and the outcome: selecting the most...
October 17, 2024 - Counter Tax Litigators LLP is excited to announce the updated Practical Insight on Penalties under the Income Tax Act (2024), authored by Peter Aprile, James Roberts, and Jennifer Mak, and published...
October 04, 2024 - The Federal Court of Canada’s decision in Onex Corporation v. Canada (Attorney General)[1] highlights a meaningful development for taxpayers challenging the Agency’s discretionary decisions. The FC’s...
June 14, 2024 - Cryptocurrencies have redefined wealth creation but also bring unprecedented challenges for tax planning and compliance. As cryptocurrency values soar and governments worldwide heighten scrutiny,...
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