Participants will focus on the everyday Canadian income tax issues practitioners encounter with owner-managed clients, translating rules into practical decisions on income characterization, remuneration, shareholder benefits/loans, mixed-purpose expenses, and topical developments. Participants will apply structured approaches and current guidance to plan, document, and communicate recommendations with confidence.

• Practitioners who routinely handle day-to-day tax matters for owner-managed businesses.
• CPAs in public practice or industry seeking practical updates and ready-to-apply approaches to common tax issues.

• Distinguish common income characterization issues (e.g., employee vs. contractor, ABI/SBD, personal services business, investment income) and explain their implications.
• Develop remuneration strategies (salary vs. dividends, bonuses) that reflect integration principles and TOSI constraints.
• Identify and address shareholder benefit and loan pitfalls, and document appropriate resolutions.
• Apply best practices for expenses and assets with both personal and business elements (e.g., meals, autos, taxable benefits).
• Incorporate timely tax developments and ethical considerations into everyday practice. 

• Distinguish common income characterization issues (e.g., employee vs. contractor, ABI/SBD, personal services business, investment income) and explain their implications.
• Develop remuneration strategies (salary vs. dividends, bonuses) that reflect integration principles and TOSI constraints.
• Identify and address shareholder benefit and loan pitfalls, and document appropriate resolutions.
• Apply best practices for expenses and assets with both personal and business elements (e.g., meals, autos, taxable benefits).
• Incorporate timely tax developments and ethical considerations into everyday practice. 

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.

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