Closure Through Disclosure: An Update On The CRA's
Voluntary Disclosure Program
Closure Through Disclosure: An Update On The CRA's
Voluntary Disclosure Program
In the early 1990s, the Canada Revenue Agency introduced a
cure for Canadian taxpayers who suffer from insomnia and/or
night terrors: the Voluntary Disclosure Program (VDP).
This program allows taxpayers to come forward and confess
their sins without fear of facing penalties or prosecution. A
valid disclosure will allow the taxpayer to appease his
conscience by paying the money owed plus interest. Filing a
mistake in your tax returns is a common occurrence.
Unfortunately, many Canadians are unaware of the existence of
the VDP, or lack the necessary knowledge to feel confident in
going forward with
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Bill 142, Construction Lien Amendment Act, 2017 is finally here and it will have a profound impact on the construction industry.
From liens to holdbacks, to payment timing, trust obligations and dispute resolution, the new Act will dramatically alter the act and the industry — so much so that it will virtually create a new Act all together. In fact, Bill 142 will also change the name of the Construction Lien Act to the Construction Act.
The Gowling WLG Construction & Engineering Group invites you to breakfast on May 30 for the Spring Construction Law Forum.
Guests will hear from a panel of industry experts and will also be invited to participate in an interactive Q&A session.We look forward to your attendance. RSVP today to reserve your spot!
Bill 142, Construction Lien Amendment Act, 2017 is finally here and it will have a profound impact on the construction industry.
From liens to holdbacks, to payment timing, trust obligations and dispute resolution, the new Act will dramatically alter the act and the industry — so much so that it will virtually create a new Act all together.
Certainty is key to doing business internationally. Dispute resolution mechanisms offer comfort and a means of addressing conflict and commercial disagreements, whether in a private transaction or through a treaty.
This live webinar will address dispute resolution in an international context. It will also provide updates on the dispute resolution mechanisms available under the North American Free Trade Agreement and the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement between Canada and the European Union.
Canada is known as Hollywood North because many movies and television shows and commercials are filmed in Canada. Everyone knows this - including the Government of Canada.
The Federal Court's ("FC") ruling in Canada v Stankovic, 2018 FC 462 illustrates how the Canada Revenue Agency ("CRA") persistently pursues taxpayers with undisclosed offshore accounts.
The CRA can examine and make copies of items seized by the RCMP pursuant to search warrants issued during a criminal investigation without having to wait for a determination of whether the warrants were valid.
In 2017, the Province announced that it would give municipalities greater flexibility in administering
the existing vacant unit rebate program, with a view to limiting or even eliminating the rebate...
If you've been lucky enough to exit your job with a couple of extra bucks in your pocket from severance or other payments, the Canada Revenue Agency stands ready to kick you when you're down by taxing that extra cash when you need it most.
Federal Budget 2018: What Would You Like To See? (Video)
