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During the past few months, the Tax Court of Canada has taken steps to facilitate virtual proceedings, but how will this impact the practice of oral and written advocacy?

Most practitioners perceive tax law as a daunting area of practice. It is a rule and regulation-driven practice area, requiring a constant upkeep of current developments and is well-suited for lawyers who enjoy intellectual challenges and problem solving.

The long awaited 2021 Federal Budget has been released and brings about considerable changes in the Canadian taxation landscape, whether effective now or to be introduced down the line

Canadian lawyers have had to adapt to a number of business and legal developments since March 2020 in order to maintain a busy and productive practice.

2020 presented a number of unprecedented financial challenges, which resulted in various government initiatives designed to support Canadian individuals, families and businesses.

Executive compensation via employee stock options, restricted share units and deferred share units is on the rise as employers seek to incentivize employees and align their interests with those of the company.

In a year that will go down as one of the most unpredictable years many of us have experienced, Financial Planning Month – October – is a good time to review your plan and take some practical steps to ensure you are well prepared for 2021.

On July 27th, 2020, Bill C-20, An Act respecting further COVID-19 measures received royal assent.

The tax disputes landscape is constantly evolving. Recent shifts include increasing pressures on the Canada Revenue Agency and other tax authorities to identify and collect greater tax revenues, a continued push (from both taxpayers and courts) toward even more efficient and proportional judicial processes, and most recently, adjustments being made by stakeholders in light of the pandemic.

COVID-19 has significantly impacted the Canadian economy, bringing about both uncertainty and considerable fiscal assistance for employers and employees alike by the federal and provincial governments.