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Taxation

Personal Tax Planning - General Overview (Live Webinar)

Former Title: Previously part of Personal Tax - Review of Tax Planning

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
NEW SEMINAR

Overview

This course provides a high-level refresher on personal tax, highlighting recent legislative developments, process for changing legislation, determination of residence of an individual, liability to pay taxes in Canada, ceasing to be a resident of Canada, types of Canadian taxes, and compliance requirements. The course also emphasizes the importance of administrative rules and risk considerations, equipping participants to approach personal tax planning with greater confidence and clarity.

 


This live virtual seminar is offered in collaboration with CPA Western Provinces. The content is applicable to all participants. BC registrants can access the course materials and virtual meeting link through CPABC's Learning Management System (LMS) as usual. Please note that this virtual seminar will be hosted by CPA Alberta. The seminar times noted here are already adjusted to BC time. If you have questions, please contact pdreg@bccpa.ca.

 

Applicable for

  • Professionals involved in personal tax who want a structured refresher on planning concepts. 
  • Practitioners supporting individuals, family trusts, and owner-managers seeking up-to-date, practical guidance. 

Learning Objectives

  • Identify changes to personal tax  
  • Understand when you cease to be a resident in Canada and the tax implications; 
  • Types of income taxable in Canada and when an individual is required to pay taxes in Canada; 
  • Integrate administrative rules (filing, assessments, penalties, disclosure) into planning recommendations to reduce risk and improve execution. 

Content

  • Highlights of recent personal tax changes 
  • Tax research 
  • Legislative change process 
  • Liability for tax
  • Determination of residency 
  • Types of Canadian taxes 
  • Application of GAAR and key administrative rules 

Note: This course does not review the detailed preparation of a personal tax return. 

Course Dates & Registration

Nov 19, 2026
8:00AM - 9:00AM
Online Virtual
Drew McDonald
Drew McDonald has been instructing and practicing taxation for the last 40 years in diverse areas such as international, domestic, GST. His experience in these areas allows him to give a unique perspective to some areas of taxation. His focus is on planning for the future and minimizing the negative effects and accentuating the positive taxation effects in small business and individual planning.
Available

Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience

Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns. 

In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.

Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.  

 

Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department. 

Level up with CPA PRO. Designed by the CPA profession for CPAs, these courses help you adapt to industry changes and advance your career with the latest industry content delivered in a way that works
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Course Details
Cost
$65
Members
$75
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
1
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
2
Credits

Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.

Taxation

Personal Tax Planning - General Overview (Live Webinar)

Former Title: Previously part of Personal Tax - Review of Tax Planning

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
NEW SEMINAR
Course Details
Cost
$65
Members
$75
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
1
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
2
Credits

Overview

This course provides a high-level refresher on personal tax, highlighting recent legislative developments, process for changing legislation, determination of residence of an individual, liability to pay taxes in Canada, ceasing to be a resident of Canada, types of Canadian taxes, and compliance requirements. The course also emphasizes the importance of administrative rules and risk considerations, equipping participants to approach personal tax planning with greater confidence and clarity.

 


This live virtual seminar is offered in collaboration with CPA Western Provinces. The content is applicable to all participants. BC registrants can access the course materials and virtual meeting link through CPABC's Learning Management System (LMS) as usual. Please note that this virtual seminar will be hosted by CPA Alberta. The seminar times noted here are already adjusted to BC time. If you have questions, please contact pdreg@bccpa.ca.

 

Applicable for

  • Professionals involved in personal tax who want a structured refresher on planning concepts. 
  • Practitioners supporting individuals, family trusts, and owner-managers seeking up-to-date, practical guidance. 

Learning Objectives

  • Identify changes to personal tax  
  • Understand when you cease to be a resident in Canada and the tax implications; 
  • Types of income taxable in Canada and when an individual is required to pay taxes in Canada; 
  • Integrate administrative rules (filing, assessments, penalties, disclosure) into planning recommendations to reduce risk and improve execution. 

Content

  • Highlights of recent personal tax changes 
  • Tax research 
  • Legislative change process 
  • Liability for tax
  • Determination of residency 
  • Types of Canadian taxes 
  • Application of GAAR and key administrative rules 

Note: This course does not review the detailed preparation of a personal tax return. 

Course Dates & Registration

Nov 19, 2026
8:00AM - 9:00AM
Online Virtual
Drew McDonald
Drew McDonald has been instructing and practicing taxation for the last 40 years in diverse areas such as international, domestic, GST. His experience in these areas allows him to give a unique perspective to some areas of taxation. His focus is on planning for the future and minimizing the negative effects and accentuating the positive taxation effects in small business and individual planning.
Available

Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience

Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns. 

In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.

Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.  

 

Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department. 

Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.

Level up with CPA PRO. Designed by the CPA profession for CPAs, these courses help you adapt to industry changes and advance your career with the latest industry content delivered in a way that works
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