Tax Alert Archives October 2024

Draft legislation to exempt tenants from deducting and withholding tax on residential rent paid to non-resident landlords

Subsection 215(1) of the Income Tax Act (the “Act”) imposes on Canadian tenants the obligation to withhold and remit Part XIII tax on residential rent paid to non-resident landlords. The applicable tax rate is 25% of the gross rent paid,…

Prepared by: Vivian Esper

Vivian is a partner working out of the Vancouver office of Thorsteinssons LLP. Vivian’s practice focuses on tax dispute resolution with the Canada Revenue Agency and Tax Court of Canada.  Her practice also includes tax planning involving individuals, trusts and… more »

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