TAX TICKLERS
This publication is a high-level summary of the most recent tax developments applicable to business owners, investors, and high net worth individuals. Enjoy!
TAX TICKLERS… some quick points to consider…
- Canadian controlled private corporations accounted for 54% of all corporate tax paid.
- The 1% of Canadians who earned income in the top federal tax bracket paid 26% of the total personal taxes.
- Of the 27.8 million individual tax filers, 36% were non-taxable.
- The home buyers’ plan maximum withdrawal increased from $25,000 to $35,000 for withdrawals made after March 19, 2019. Also, it is now available for use by those experiencing a recent breakdown in their marriage or common-law partnership.
COVID-19 – FINANCIAL RELIEF FOR CANADIANS
Since the beginning of March, restrictions and measures related to COVID-19 have rapidly escalated. On March 18, 2020, the Government of Canada announced a series of measures designed to support the finances of individuals, businesses, charities, and non-profit organizations. Since then, on an almost daily basis, new possibilities have been introduced, and old ones have been adjusted. This document aims to provide a consolidated summary of support in their most current state of affairs, as of April 8, 2020.
CANADA’S COVID-19 ECONOMIC RESPONSE PLAN – KEY POINTS FOR BUSINESSES AND INDIVIDUALS
Since the beginning of March, restrictions and measures related to COVID-19 have rapidly escalated. While the first stages focused on public health and safety, in very short order, businesses and personal finances began to be affected. It is clear that these challenges will become worse before they get better. In an effort to combat these effects, the Government of Canada released a series of financial measures in mid-March.
This document summarizes selected government comments up to March 18, 2020.
2019 Tax Issue to consider
TAX TICKLERS… some quick points to consider…
The amount of income an individual can earn without paying tax (basic personal amount) will begin increasing in 2020. In the first year, it will rise to $13,229 (from $12,069 in 2019), and will reach $15,000 in 2023. The benefit will begin to be phased out when an individual has earnings of approximately $150,000.
The purchase of a zero-emission vehicle, if associated with an income earning purpose (e.g. used in a business), may be eligible for a 100% immediate write-off as long as the federal government purchase incentive was not obtained.
TFSAs – As of 2017, the average number of contributions per individual was 14.49, the average fair market value of each account was $19,633, and the average unused space was $30,947.
There are 2.21 million corporations in Canada (according to 2016 statistics that were recently released). Total tax payable for 2016 was $72.21 Billion.
2019 YEAR-END TAX PLANNING
December 31, 2019 is fast approaching… see below for a list of tax planning considerations. Please contact us for further details or to discuss whether these may apply to your tax situation.
