Counter Tax Litigators LLP proudly announces the launch of its latest impact initiative, CountHerIn: Women in Tax Network.
Cryptocurrencies have redefined wealth creation but also bring unprecedented challenges for tax planning and compliance. As cryptocurrency values soar and governments worldwide heighten scrutiny, Cana...
Executive Summary: The Tax Court drew a hard line: choosing non-CCPC status before a sale is not abuse, at least until Parliament closed the door in 2022.
Key Takeaways Under Income Tax Act s.165(1.11), a large corporation must reasonably describe each issue and the relief sought in its initial Notice of Objection.
Key Takeaways Economic substance framed: The FCA upheld a constrained structure because it was positioned around real economic gains, not technical form. Whole-plan control: GAAR outcomes often hinge ...
Executive Summary A recent ruling by the Federal Court of Appeal in Gestion M.-A. Roy Inc. v Canada, 2024 CAF 16, underscores a growing risk in corporate tax planning: life insurance premiums paid by ...
In Glencore Canada Corporation v. His Majesty the King[1] (“Glencore FCA”), the Federal Court of Appeal examined and ultimately rejected Glencore’s contention regarding the tax treatment of commitment...
Executive Summary CRA’s enforcement activity is increasing, making tax disputes more complex and financially significant. Counter Tax LLP has elected Natalie Worsfold as its Managing Partner, reinforc...
The Tax Court of Canada’s recent ruling in Fiera Foods Company v. HMK1 has significant implications for businesses claiming Input Tax Credits (ITCs) under the Excise Tax Act (ETA).
Section 111 of the Income Tax Act (“ITA”) allows taxpayers to carry losses back and forward to offset income in different taxation years. However, subsection 111(5) restricts non-capital loss carryove...