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Canadian Income Tax: Common Issues for Accountants

A Comprehensive Practical Guide for Canadian Tax Accountants

Created bySteven Pitucci
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(459 reviews)
BeginnerUpdated May 5, 2023
Canadian Income Tax: Common Issues for Accountants

What You'll Learn

check_circleAddress common shareholder loan issues.
check_circleDistinguish rental business vs property income.
check_circleDetermine employee or contractor status.
check_circleManage income tax installment obligations.
check_circleResolve opening retained earnings problems.
check_circleHandle TFSA and RRSP over contributions.

About This Course

In this comprehensive course, Steven Pitucci, a practicing CPA from Toronto, Canada, provides students with an in-depth walkthrough of ten common issues faced by public accountants involved in Canadian income tax and how to resolve them practically. 

Topics discussed in this course include:

  • Dealing with shareholder loans in a corporation
  • Income from a rental property – is it business or property income?
  • Remunerating family members (with a discussion on TOSI)
  • Employees vs. contractors – how to make the distinction
  • Income tax (and GST/HST) installments
  • Opening retained earnings issues for a corporation
  • Dealing with TFSA and RRSP over-contributions
  • Amending income tax returns
  • How to stay current with income tax changes
  • How to stay current with your clients

Your Instructor

Steven Pitucci
Steven Pitucci

Accounting and Tax Educator, CPA, CA

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As a Chartered Professional Accountant, I am currently navigating the complex world of forensic accounting & advisory in a Canadian insolvency firm. I am a former partner of public accounting firm serving Canadian individuals and privately-held businesses. I am also educating other accountants with all things accounting and tax. I have a passion for taking complex issues and teaching them to others in a manner that is understandable.

Credit Information

Professional development requirements vary by profession, country, and regulatory body. Before enrolling, review the course details and confirm that the content, learning format, and any listed credits meet your specific requirements. You are responsible for confirming eligibility with your regulator or professional association and keeping the records required for reporting.

What Students Are Saying

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Frequently Asked Questions

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