The legal representative has to file a return for the deceased for the year of death. This return is called the final return. In addition to the final return, the legal representative may choose to file up to three optional returns in order to save tax. The due dates for filing these returns depend on…
Month: February 2013
How to calculate Capital Cost Allowance (CCA) – an example
It is much easier to understand the calculation of capital cost allowance (CCA) through an example.
How to deduct business capital expenditures – capital cost allowance
The money you spend on purchasing capital assets for your business is capital expenditure. Unlike the day-to-day expenditures such as telephone bills, office stationery, rent, or car lease, a capital expenditure cannot be fully deducted immediately as a business expense. It can only be deducted over time in a form of depreciation. In stead of using…
Basic information for small business owners about issuing T4 and T4A information slips
Issuing T4 and T4A information slips is what a small business owner should be familiar with especially if the business hires employees or sub contractors.
Major Ontario provincial changes for 2012
The taxable income thresholds in all three Ontario provincial tax brackets and most provincial non-refundable tax credit amounts were increased by 3.3% in 2012, reflecting changes to Canada’s consumer price index (CPI) in Ontario.
How to cope with missing information slips and receipts
You have to file your tax return on time even if some slips and receipts are missing. Under reported income may result in interest and/or penalties charge.
Penalties and interest for filing your income tax return late
If you owe tax and do not file your return on time, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will charge you a late filing penalty and interest.
What date is your personal income tax return due?
For ordinary Canadian individuals, the personal tax returns have to be filed on or before April 30. Income tax filing deadline for 2014 was extended to May 5, 2015.
Commercial activity
Commercial activity means any business or adventure or concern in the nature of trade carried on by a person, but does not include:
Calendar year
Calendar year means a year that starts on January 1 and ends on December 31.