Government support during these unsettled and unsettling times

Here are some important updates and resources for taxpayers and business owners during the still unfolding COVID-19 situation.

Canadian personal income tax form“While it is tax season, the government said for individuals, the return filing due date will be deferred until June 1, 2020. The Canada Revenue Agency will also allow all taxpayers to defer, until after August 31, 2020, the payment of any income tax amounts that become owing on or after today and before September 2020.”
from “Federal government unveils $82 billion pandemic aid package for Canadians”
Daily Hive
March 18, 2020
Read more here.

“Corporations are still required to file their income taxes six months after their fiscal year ends, but similar to the personal tax changes, businesses will be able to defer tax payments until August 31 without incurring interest or penalties.”
from “Feds extend tax filing deadline, waive interest on balances owing”
BNN Bloomberg
March 18, 2020
Read more here.

The Government of Canada is taking immediate, significant and decisive action to help Canadians facing hardship as a result of the #COVID19 outbreak.
from Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan: Support for Canadians and Businesses
Government of Canada
March 18, 2020
Read more here.

Thinking of you, clients, colleagues, friends, fellow citizens – be safe and be well!

We’re here if you need us.

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