Section 85 is the most “quoted” section number of the Income Tax Act, for both tax and non-tax professionals. It is commonly used to accomplish a variety of reorganizations, move assets between different entities or change share ownership. However, as with most beneficial things in Canadian taxation, the “devil is in the details.”
In this course, we will take a detailed look at what Section 85 is, why it exists, when it could (or should) be used and how to use it.
Topics include:
• Why does Section 85 exist?
• When is it useful?
• What conditions must be met in order to use it?
• What happens as a result of Section 85?
• How to complete and file the Section 85 election form with the CRA
• Practical considerations and examples
• Tips and pitfalls
This course includes:
