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TaxAssistTM Family of Products In today’s evolving tax environment, it’s important to stay informed, not only about the legislative changes that affect you and your clients, but also on effective management strategies that improve the structure and operation of your firm to improve its performance in the tax arena. The CICA has developed a number of practical resources that serve both these areas. The CICA’s TaxAssistTM family of products provides Canada’s practitioners with the most up-to-date coverage, through print publications, manuals, guides and tax information databases, on a wide variety of federal and provincial legislation. In addition, publications such as our Tax Practice Manual and our recently released internet-based Practitioners Toolkit, provide users with expert advice on the management of their tax practice to leverage their expertise to the fullest. TaxAssistTM is your access point for information about these tools that can have a direct impact on your practice, and the practice of tax. The links below provide access to a number of resources including: free tools that can assist you and your practice; commissioned works completed by the CICA relating to tax in Canada; as well as a number of publications that provide you with expert analysis and direction. TaxAssistTM products will be updated on an ongoing basis, with new material added as it becomes available, and covers these topical areas: PRACTICE MANAGEMENT Practitioners Toolkit This portal has been developed to assist members who are contemplating public practice and those who already run existing small and medium-sized public practices. The portal's Ready-Set-Go-Finish Line framework guides users through a process of reflection and analysis to help understand what's involved in setting up and managing a small practice. Tax Practice Manual The CICA Tax Practice Manual is a unique source of straightforward commentary, time-saving practice aids, CA's comments and real-world practice tips, checklists and questionnaires, sample letters and forms to help you maximize productivity, avoid common pitfalls and increase profits in your tax practice. Additional Tax Publications Byrd & Chen’s Canadian Tax Principles – Professional Edition Turn to this easy-to-understand guide when you need straightforward answers to common personal, corporate or GST/HST tax questions. Written for the non-tax specialist, Canadian Tax Principles is a reliable source for identifying the key issues in a tax problem and giving you the information you need to solve them. Tax Planning Using Family Trusts, Second Edition Revised Both a self-study program and comprehensive information resource, the second edition of the popular Tax Planning Using Family Trusts has been revised to help you learn about the tax planning opportunities using family trusts as well as recognize and avoid the common pitfalls. TAX LEGISLATION, OFFICIAL MATERIALS, AND COMMENTARY The CICA’s Tax Reference Series offers Canada’s most up-to-date searchable databases, email news, and print and eBooks on federal and regional taxes. Written by tax professionals for tax professionals, this clear, authoritative collection provides insight into this ever-changing environment. Click here for more information. COURSES AND CONFERENCES In-Depth Tax Course The CICA IN-DEPTH TAX COURSE is the most comprehensive tax training available in Canada. It is the training ground of choice for Chartered Accountants and other qualified professionals in public practice, industry, government or legal environments, who are serious about working and specializing in the taxation area. Income Tax Practice Course – East
Income Tax Practice Course – West These in-residence courses provide a sound understanding of the Income Tax Act, an appreciation of the critical issues in current legislation and major changes proposed for the future. You will gain an improved ability to recognize tax problems, learn valuable tax planning techniques and achieve a better understanding of Canada Revenue Agency assessing positions. Commodity Tax Symposium "The Symposium" is the annual gathering place for progressive professionals working or advising in commodity taxation. Commodity Tax Symposium – West This event will address all the latest technical information on harmonization in both Ontario and BC, provide updates on GST, Customs and International Trade legislative developments, and case law updates and other developments in jurisprudence. In-Depth GST Course The CICA In-depth GST Course is designed to provide extensive benefits to the novice GST advisor in practice or manager/director in industry or government. It will also provide an excellent refresher and re-energizer for experienced professionals dealing with GST issues for clients and in their organizations. CAmagazine Tax Teams Move to Centre Stage Canadian Tax System in top 15% Tax Blast from the Past CLIENT DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES Tax Planning Brochure A practical 8-page resource designed to help market your professional services, the Tax Planning brochure explores the many ways that your expertise as a Chartered Accountant can bring added value to your client relationships. Personal Tax Planner Guide A useful resource for attracting and retaining tax clients, The Personal Tax Planner Guide provides clients with pertinent tax planning strategies for the current tax year. TAX WEBINARS Preparing for the HST Harmonized Sales Tax came into effect in Ontario and British Columbia on July 1, 2010 and businesses have had to plan well in advance to ensure a smooth transition. In this webinar, the authors of Ernst & Young's Complete Guide to the Harmonized Sales Tax will outline some of the key considerations related to the transition. Harmonized Sales Tax: Post Implementation Considerations In this webinar, the authors of Ernst & Young's Complete Guide to the Harmonized Sales Tax will outline some of the key considerations that need to be reviewed during the current post-implementation period. TaxAssistTM is a registered trademark of the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants. |
