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Taxation

Current Strategies in Tax Dispute Resolution (Live Webinar)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar

Overview

Navigating a tax dispute requires a clear understanding of CRA processes, procedural requirements, and effective resolution strategies. This half-day seminar provides practical guidance on managing tax disputes from audit through appeal, helping participants respond confidently to CRA inquiries, protect their clients’ interests, and support efficient, cost-effective outcomes. You will gain insight into current audit issues, dispute resolution strategies, and the accountant’s role throughout the tax appeals process.

Course Description

This seminar provides professional accountants with a practical overview of the CRA dispute resolution process and the strategies that can help achieve timely and effective resolutions. Through a review of current audit issues, objection procedures, and appeal processes, participants will develop a stronger understanding of how to manage tax disputes at each stage of the process.

The session also explores key considerations surrounding records retention, audit preparation, responding to CRA proposals, and challenging reassessments. In addition, participants will examine the accountant’s role in judicial proceedings, including serving as an expert witness and supporting clients through appeals before the Tax Court of Canada and the Federal Court.

Applicable for

Those who deal with the CRA, whether on an infrequent or regular basis.

Content

  • current audit issues
  • some of the areas now under review
  • strategies for winning tax disputes
  • records retention policies
  • what you can keep or throw away
  • organizing files
  • dealing with the audit division
  • CRA’s power of inspection
  • what clients should do when CRA comes calling
  • responding to proposal letters
  • the reassessment stage – notices of objection
  • validity of the reassessment
  • gathering information from CRA to contest the reassessment
  • drafting notices of objection
  • appeals to the Tax Court of Canada and the Federal Court
  • which is the correct forum
  • accountants serving as (expert) witnesses
  • role of the accountant in judicial proceedings

Course Dates & Registration

Dec 3, 2026
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Ed Kroft
ED KROFT, K.C., CPA (Hon.), is a partner of Bennett Jones LLP. Ed resolves tax disputes and conducts tax litigation. He is recognized as a top tax advisor in international guides and directories. Ed was the recipient of Canadian Tax Foundation’s first annual Lifetime Contribution Award and was also awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal to recognize contributions to the Canadian Tax Foundation. He is also the recipient of the 2006 CICA Award for Excellence in Income Tax Practice and Education for outstanding contribution to the profession and the Canadian tax community.
Available
Register Now
Course Code: T62112A_OL
Dec 17, 2025
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Ed Kroft
ED KROFT, K.C., CPA (Hon.), is a partner of Bennett Jones LLP. Ed resolves tax disputes and conducts tax litigation. He is recognized as a top tax advisor in international guides and directories. Ed was the recipient of Canadian Tax Foundation’s first annual Lifetime Contribution Award and was also awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal to recognize contributions to the Canadian Tax Foundation. He is also the recipient of the 2006 CICA Award for Excellence in Income Tax Practice and Education for outstanding contribution to the profession and the Canadian tax community.
Past
Course Code: T52112A_OL
Dec 10, 2024
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Ed Kroft
ED KROFT, K.C., CPA (Hon.), is a partner of Bennett Jones LLP. Ed resolves tax disputes and conducts tax litigation. He is recognized as a top tax advisor in international guides and directories. Ed was the recipient of Canadian Tax Foundation’s first annual Lifetime Contribution Award and was also awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal to recognize contributions to the Canadian Tax Foundation. He is also the recipient of the 2006 CICA Award for Excellence in Income Tax Practice and Education for outstanding contribution to the profession and the Canadian tax community.
Past
Course Code: T42112A_OL

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. 

Really blown away by the presenter. He is so well spoken, logical and knowledgeable.
Course Details
Cost
$210
Members
$235
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
3.5
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
5
Credits
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
Not applicable
Credit Card Fee

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

Current Strategies in Tax Dispute Resolution (Live Webinar)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
Course Details
Cost
$210
Members
$235
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
3.5
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
5
Credits
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
Not applicable

Overview

Navigating a tax dispute requires a clear understanding of CRA processes, procedural requirements, and effective resolution strategies. This half-day seminar provides practical guidance on managing tax disputes from audit through appeal, helping participants respond confidently to CRA inquiries, protect their clients’ interests, and support efficient, cost-effective outcomes. You will gain insight into current audit issues, dispute resolution strategies, and the accountant’s role throughout the tax appeals process.

Course Description

This seminar provides professional accountants with a practical overview of the CRA dispute resolution process and the strategies that can help achieve timely and effective resolutions. Through a review of current audit issues, objection procedures, and appeal processes, participants will develop a stronger understanding of how to manage tax disputes at each stage of the process.

The session also explores key considerations surrounding records retention, audit preparation, responding to CRA proposals, and challenging reassessments. In addition, participants will examine the accountant’s role in judicial proceedings, including serving as an expert witness and supporting clients through appeals before the Tax Court of Canada and the Federal Court.

Applicable for

Those who deal with the CRA, whether on an infrequent or regular basis.

Content

  • current audit issues
  • some of the areas now under review
  • strategies for winning tax disputes
  • records retention policies
  • what you can keep or throw away
  • organizing files
  • dealing with the audit division
  • CRA’s power of inspection
  • what clients should do when CRA comes calling
  • responding to proposal letters
  • the reassessment stage – notices of objection
  • validity of the reassessment
  • gathering information from CRA to contest the reassessment
  • drafting notices of objection
  • appeals to the Tax Court of Canada and the Federal Court
  • which is the correct forum
  • accountants serving as (expert) witnesses
  • role of the accountant in judicial proceedings

Course Dates & Registration

Dec 3, 2026
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Ed Kroft
ED KROFT, K.C., CPA (Hon.), is a partner of Bennett Jones LLP. Ed resolves tax disputes and conducts tax litigation. He is recognized as a top tax advisor in international guides and directories. Ed was the recipient of Canadian Tax Foundation’s first annual Lifetime Contribution Award and was also awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal to recognize contributions to the Canadian Tax Foundation. He is also the recipient of the 2006 CICA Award for Excellence in Income Tax Practice and Education for outstanding contribution to the profession and the Canadian tax community.
Available
Register Now
Course Code: T62112A_OL
Dec 17, 2025
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Ed Kroft
ED KROFT, K.C., CPA (Hon.), is a partner of Bennett Jones LLP. Ed resolves tax disputes and conducts tax litigation. He is recognized as a top tax advisor in international guides and directories. Ed was the recipient of Canadian Tax Foundation’s first annual Lifetime Contribution Award and was also awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal to recognize contributions to the Canadian Tax Foundation. He is also the recipient of the 2006 CICA Award for Excellence in Income Tax Practice and Education for outstanding contribution to the profession and the Canadian tax community.
Past
Course Code: T52112A_OL
Dec 10, 2024
9:00AM - 12:30PM
Online Virtual
Ed Kroft
ED KROFT, K.C., CPA (Hon.), is a partner of Bennett Jones LLP. Ed resolves tax disputes and conducts tax litigation. He is recognized as a top tax advisor in international guides and directories. Ed was the recipient of Canadian Tax Foundation’s first annual Lifetime Contribution Award and was also awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal to recognize contributions to the Canadian Tax Foundation. He is also the recipient of the 2006 CICA Award for Excellence in Income Tax Practice and Education for outstanding contribution to the profession and the Canadian tax community.
Past
Course Code: T42112A_OL

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. 

Really blown away by the presenter. He is so well spoken, logical and knowledgeable.
Credit Card Fee

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.