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We may deal in numbers, but it’s a people business
What business mindset shapes your leadership values? For many years we’ve embraced the idea that knowledge, combined with technology, is the value capital that drives business growth. 
Sep 7, 2015
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International
Clarify Your Cross Border Tax Obligations
<span>Are you a Canadian resident who has relocated to the United States for work? This is complicated for many reasons, but the tax implications can be especially daunting. Let's take a closer look at several residency scenarios and clarify your tax obligations - in Canada AND the U.S.</span>
Mike Hayward Aug 25, 2015
Publications-Clarify Your Cross Border Tax Obligations
Tax advisory
Anti-avoidance and Intercorporate Dividends: Changes to Section 55 of the Income Tax Act
The Income Tax Act (ITA) contains many anti-avoidance rules forbidding taxpayers from misusing the provisions of the ITA to achieve tax benefits contrary to Canadian tax policy. The 2015 Federal Budget has proposed changes  to one of these anti-avoidance rules, which may significantly impact the ability of business owners to move cash and assets between companies.
Aug 20, 2015
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Tax advisory
Taking Advantage of the Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption for Farm Property
With the 2015 Federal Budget effectively increasing the lifetime capital gains exemption (LCGE) for qualified farm property (QFP) to $1 million, now is a good time to revisit capital gains tax planning. (The LCGE portion of the budget was enacted on June 23, 2015.)
Kathy Byvelds Luther VanGilst Aug 11, 2015
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Tax advisory
RRSP Excess Contributions
<span>Are you one of the many Canadians who have inadvertently overcontributed to their Registered Retirement Savings Plans? If so, you should be aware that excess RRSP contributions are subject to a penalty tax of one per cent per month of the excess contribution.</span>
Aug 7, 2015
Publications-RRSP Excess Contributions
Tax advisory
Automobile Use by Employees
Businesses often require employees to use automobiles to perform their employment duties. Most often, a business will provide an automobile to the employee or will pay the employee for use of the employee’s own vehicle. These options present different income tax consequences for the employer and the employee.
Jul 27, 2015
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Tax advisory
Technical Bulletin - July 2015 Part 1
This technical bulletin covers the various developments from April to June 2015. Collins Barrow regularly publishes Technical Bulletin for the general interest of its clients and friends to highlight the continually changing accounting and assurance standards, and the interpretations thereof, in Canada.
Jul 20, 2015
Technical Bulletin-Collins Barrow
Tax advisory
Crowdfunding? Raise funds without raising your taxes
Crowdfunding is an increasingly popular way to raise funds for projects. But what does this mean for taxpayers when they report their income to Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)? Our experts break down the tax implications of raising funds publically online. 
Jul 20, 2015
Publications-Crowdfunding? Raise funds without raising your taxes
Tax advisory
Smooth Transition: Keeping Your Cottage in the Family
Family cottages can play an integral role in strengthening family bonds. Over time, traditions are established, festivities are enjoyed and emotional ties are formed, creating a desire to keep these properties in the family for generations. However, a variety of financial and legal concerns can make this more difficult than it sounds. 
Jul 15, 2015
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Tax advisory
Are You a U.S. Citizen Still Sitting on the Fence?
If you are a U.S. citizen living outside of the United States and you have not been filing your U.S. personal income tax and financial reporting forms, it is time to consider your options.
Shelley Smith Jun 26, 2015
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Tax advisory
Temporary Assignment of an Employee From Canada to the United States
This article is the second in a series of four examining the Canadian and U.S. income tax implications of the temporary assignment of an employee from Canada to the United States. Specifically, these articles address the situation of an employee remaining employed by a Canadian entity, but temporarily assigned to work in the U.S.
Mike Hayward Jun 25, 2015
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