Individuals and entities can continue to rely on CRA’s administrative relief regarding residency and cross-border issues arising from travel restrictions until August 31, 2020. Previously, the CRA indicated that its guidance would only apply from March 16, 2020 to June…
Kyle is a partner in the Toronto office of Thorsteinssons LLP, Canada’s largest firm practicing exclusively in tax law.
Kyle’s practice focuses on Canadian tax planning for businesses, individuals, and trusts, with a particular emphasis on high net worth families,… more »
In Sangha v Canada (Attorney General), the taxpayer made a series of over-contributions to his Tax Free Savings Account, was assessed a 1% monthly tax on the excess amounts, and made two relief requests to the CRA for a waiver…
Becky Potter is a partner practicing in the firm’s Toronto office.
Known for her strategic approach, honed advocacy skills, and breadth of tax knowledge, Becky Potter is a highly sought-after tax litigator. She has successfully represented her clients at every… more »
On June 16, 2020, the CRA posted its final update to its National COVID-19 Business Continuity Plan and, more importantly, announced its transition from a critical services mode to a business resumption mode on June 26, 2020. The CRA’s announcement…
Chris is a partner practicing in the firm’s Vancouver office.
Chris’s practice focuses on tax litigation and taxpayer representation. He represents taxpayers in all manner of tax disputes, including income tax and GST/HST audits… more »
On June 11, 2020, the Federal Court of Appeal released a Notice to the Parties and the Profession announcing that the suspension period, during which the computation of time under both procedural rules and any direction or order of the…
Western and Atlantic Canada
On June 11, 2020 the Federal Court of Canada released an updated Practice Direction and Order advising that the previously announced suspension period will expire in the four provinces of Western Canada and the four provinces…