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Deadline for CEWS Applications for Periods 1 Through 5 Please note that January 31, 2021 is the deadline for applying for CEWS for the Periods 1 through 5 (March – July 2020). These claim periods will be closed after January 31, 2021. Deadline for CEWS Applications for Period 6 Commencing with Period 6 (August 2020),
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The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in many employees working from home. As a result, working-from-home tax deductions on their 2020 personal income tax returns has become a hot topic. On December 15, 2020, the CRA released information on a number of employment-related issues, including home office expenses and Form T2200. Highlights of the CRA release on home office
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On December 15, 2020, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) released information on a number of employment-related issues in response to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, including employer provided taxable benefits and allowances. These positions are effective from March 15, 2020 to December 31, 2020. Commuting Costs (including parking) The CRA has always taken the
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On December 21, 2020 the Department of Finance Canada announced the automobile income tax deduction limits and expense benefit rates that will apply in 2021 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Changes to the Automobile Deduction Limits in 2021 There is only one change to the automobile deduction limits and benefit rates that applied in
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(Released April 6, 2020) As we head into the second week of April, businesses, charities/NPOs and individuals will have access to several of the Federal government’s COVID-19 response initiatives. With that in mind, we wanted to provide an update on eligibility criteria, benefits, and logistics of the following measures: 10% Temporary Wage Subsidy; and Canada
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(Released April 3, 2020) Advice for Your Business During the COVID-19 Pandemic based on Federal and Provincial Economic Response Measures We continue to monitor the Federal and Ontario government announcements on an hourly basis. As both governments work through the COVID-19 pandemic, we understand the need for communication to help alleviate any anxiety you may
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(Released April 2, 2020) As mentioned in our initial March 30, 2020 newsletter, Hogg, Shain & Scheck will provide updates between weekly newsletter releases on days of major announcements or for matters of particular interest to clients. With that in mind, this update covers: new details and guidance for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy filing
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COVID-19 TAX UPDATE Federal and Ontario Governments Economic Response Measures to COVID-19 (Released March 30, 2020) The Canadian and Ontario governments have pledged over $124 billion to fight the COVID-19 pandemic through announcements made up to March 30, 2020. Many of the programs and initiatives are geared towards keeping the economy moving by assisting businesses,
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What is the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)? On March 25, 2020, the government proposed legislation to establish the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB). This taxable benefit would provide $2,000 a month for up to four months for workers who lose their income as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The CERB would be a
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On March 27, 2020, the Prime Minister announced additional economic measures in response to the COVID-9 pandemic. Canadian Governments COVID-19 Economic Response Measures Include: 1. Wage Subsidies An increase in wage subsidies to 75% for qualifying businesses, for up to 3 months, retroactive to March 15, 2020. The government is hoping employers can keep
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On March 25, 2020, the Ontario government announced a $17 billion plan to protect businesses, households, and public services from the financial fallout of the novel coronavirus. These measures include the following: Ontario’s economic response measures include the following: Five-month relief for Ontario businesses who are unable to file or remit select Provincial taxes Employer
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On March 18, 2020, the Government of Canada announced a temporary wage subsidy for a period of three months. This temporary measure will allow eligible employers to reduce the amount of payroll deductions required to be remitted to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). An eligible employer is: A Canadian-controlled private corporation (CCPC); A non-profit organization;
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