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Taxation

Personal Tax Planning - Other Income and Deductions (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 the calculation of taxable income, focusing on key income and deduction categories that commonly affect individuals.

 

ADVISORY

This course was previously part of Personal Tax – Review of Tax Planning, which has since been divided into standalone courses. This modularization approach allows members to choose only the content most relevant to their needs. Here are all the courses that were split from Personal Tax - Review of Tax Planning. Please note that availability of offerings may vary throughout the year, and some courses are available only in On-Demand format. 

For members who require the complete curriculum, the full Personal Tax – Review of Tax Planning course remains available in On-Demand format. 

 


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.

 

Course Description

Participants will gain an overview of important distinctions, such as business versus property income, and explore considerations related to rental and farming activities, shareholder transactions, and interest deductibility. The course emphasizes core concepts to support a clearer understanding of how these elements influence overall tax outcomes. 

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

  • Calculate taxable income and explain key drivers across common income and deduction categories. 

Content

  • Income from business 
  • Business vs. property distinctions 
  • Business vs. capital gains 
  • Business/Property loss versus personal or living expenses 
  • Interest expense 
  • Restrictive covenants 
  • Shareholder transactions 
  • Rental Income 
  • Calculation of Farming/Fishing income 
  • Loan & shareholder issues 
  • Family & support payments  
  • Income inclusions: annuities; social assistance/WCB; employment insurance; scholarships; research grants; prizes; indirect payments; transferred income rights  
  • Deductions & credits: moving expenses; legal/pension/retiring allowance expenses; disability supports; CPP/QPP (self-employed); stock option deduction; northern residents deduction  
  • Loss utilization: use of losses; tax planning for losses 

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

Course Dates & Registration

Dec 2, 2026
8:00AM - 11:30AM
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. 

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Course Details
Cost
$210
Members
$235
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
3.5
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
5
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 - Other Income and Deductions (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
$210
Members
$235
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
3.5
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
5
Credits

Overview

This course provides a high-level refresher on the calculation of taxable income, focusing on key income and deduction categories that commonly affect individuals.

 

ADVISORY

This course was previously part of Personal Tax – Review of Tax Planning, which has since been divided into standalone courses. This modularization approach allows members to choose only the content most relevant to their needs. Here are all the courses that were split from Personal Tax - Review of Tax Planning. Please note that availability of offerings may vary throughout the year, and some courses are available only in On-Demand format. 

For members who require the complete curriculum, the full Personal Tax – Review of Tax Planning course remains available in On-Demand format. 

 


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.

 

Course Description

Participants will gain an overview of important distinctions, such as business versus property income, and explore considerations related to rental and farming activities, shareholder transactions, and interest deductibility. The course emphasizes core concepts to support a clearer understanding of how these elements influence overall tax outcomes. 

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

  • Calculate taxable income and explain key drivers across common income and deduction categories. 

Content

  • Income from business 
  • Business vs. property distinctions 
  • Business vs. capital gains 
  • Business/Property loss versus personal or living expenses 
  • Interest expense 
  • Restrictive covenants 
  • Shareholder transactions 
  • Rental Income 
  • Calculation of Farming/Fishing income 
  • Loan & shareholder issues 
  • Family & support payments  
  • Income inclusions: annuities; social assistance/WCB; employment insurance; scholarships; research grants; prizes; indirect payments; transferred income rights  
  • Deductions & credits: moving expenses; legal/pension/retiring allowance expenses; disability supports; CPP/QPP (self-employed); stock option deduction; northern residents deduction  
  • Loss utilization: use of losses; tax planning for losses 

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

Course Dates & Registration

Dec 2, 2026
8:00AM - 11:30AM
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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