Corporate Tax and T2 Returns
Learn about Canadian corporate income tax returns, filing deadlines, corporate tax balances, year-end preparation and common compliance considerations for incorporated businesses.
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Canadian Tax Articles from CPA Firm Online provide practical information about personal tax, corporate tax, GST/HST and QST, bookkeeping, compilation engagements and accounting matters for individuals and businesses in Canada.
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Practical Canadian Tax and Accounting Information
Our Canadian tax and accounting articles are designed to help individuals, self-employed professionals and incorporated businesses better understand common tax and accounting matters before making filing or reporting decisions.
Topics include personal income tax returns, corporate T2 returns, GST/HST and QST compliance, bookkeeping, compilation engagements, accounting systems and year-end preparation. The goal is to make frequently encountered accounting and tax concepts easier to understand while directing readers to the appropriate professional service when individual assistance is required.
Canadian tax obligations can vary according to province, business structure, registration status, fiscal year-end, filing history and the nature of a transaction. For that reason, the articles on this page provide general educational information rather than conclusions about a specific taxpayer or business.
Canadian Tax Articles can help individuals and business owners better understand common filing deadlines, reporting requirements and accounting considerations in Canada. They also provide a practical starting point before professional advice is obtained for a specific tax or accounting situation.
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Personal Tax and T1 Returns
Find information about Canadian personal income tax returns, filing considerations, common documents and the preparation of T1 returns for individuals.
Explore Personal Tax →GST/HST and QST
Review general information about sales tax registration, filing periods, GST/HST and QST returns, remittances and compliance for businesses and self-employed individuals.
Explore GST/HST & QST →Online Bookkeeping
Learn about maintaining organized financial records, bank and credit card reconciliations, transaction classification and preparing accounting information for tax filings and year-end reporting.
Explore Bookkeeping →Compilation Engagements
Read about compilation engagements, compiled financial information, management responsibilities and common financial reporting considerations for private Canadian businesses.
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Explore practical information about QuickBooks Online, bookkeeping workflows, accounting records and the organization of financial information for a business.
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Start with these frequently searched topics, then explore the related service page for more information. Our Canadian Tax Articles are organized to make it easier to find practical information by subject.
Corporate Tax
T2 Corporate Tax Return Deadlines in Canada
Understand the general distinction between a corporation's income tax return filing deadline and the deadline for paying an income tax balance.
Sales Tax
GST/HST and QST for Canadian Businesses
Review common sales tax considerations, registration questions and filing responsibilities that may arise for Canadian businesses.
Bookkeeping
Preparing Your Bookkeeping for Year-End
Learn why reconciled accounts, organized supporting documents and correctly classified transactions can make year-end accounting more efficient.
For Individuals and Self-Employed Professionals
Personal tax situations can involve employment income, self-employment income, investments, deductions, credits and other reporting requirements. Keeping documents organized throughout the year can reduce the amount of work required when a tax return is prepared.
Our personal tax resources focus on common filing concepts and practical preparation considerations. Canadian Tax Articles can also help readers identify the documents and questions that may need to be addressed before a return is prepared. When a situation involves unusual transactions, prior-year issues or uncertainty about tax treatment, professional advice may be appropriate.
For Corporations and Small Businesses
Incorporated businesses may have several recurring accounting and tax obligations, including bookkeeping, corporate tax filings, sales tax returns and financial reporting. The exact requirements depend on the corporation's activities, jurisdiction, registrations and fiscal year-end.
Our business-focused articles are intended to help owners understand the main accounting information normally required for tax preparation and year-end work, while providing links to the related CPA services available through CPA Firm Online.
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Browse our Canadian Tax Articles regularly for practical information about personal tax, corporate tax, GST/HST and QST, bookkeeping and accounting topics relevant to individuals and businesses in Canada.
Official Canadian Tax Resources
For additional information about federal tax administration, visit the Canada Revenue Agency. Quebec taxpayers and businesses can also consult Revenu Québec for provincial tax information and online services.
General Information Notice
The information provided in these articles is intended for general informational purposes and does not constitute accounting, tax, legal or other professional advice. Tax rules and administrative requirements can change, and individual circumstances vary. Professional advice should be obtained when appropriate for a particular situation.
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