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Gordon McTemper @gordonMT posted an article in Finance
2026-02-04 13:00:12 ·

Automatic tax filing is a good idea, but here's how the CRA can make it even better for more people

Automatic tax filing is a good idea, but here's how the CRA can make it even better for more peopleArticle contentA system that requires millions of Canadians with simple tax situations to spend money, time and emotional energy to meet a basic filing obligation fails that test. Automatic tax filing is not about eliminating choice or judgment; it is about recognizing that routine compliance...

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Gordon McTemper @gordonMT posted an article in Finance
2026-06-02 13:00:03 ·

Automatic tax filing is coming, but the government's plan still misses the mark

Automatic tax filing is coming, but the government's plan still misses the markDue to the complexity of Canada's taxation system, the room to expand automatic filing is structurally tiny. Photo by Issarawat Tattong/Getty ImagesArticle contentYou might expect a tax professional like myself to defend the annual ritual of filing tax returns, but I don’t because it has become a necessary evil that...

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Lanop Business And Tax Advisors @lanopbusinessadvisors posted an article in Other
2026-07-13 10:02:31 ·

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Filing a Self-Assessment Tax Return | Lanop

Filing a Self-Assessment Tax Return is an essential responsibility for millions of individuals and businesses across the UK. Whether you are self-employed, a company director, a landlord, a freelancer, or someone with additional income outside regular employment, completing your Self Assessment accurately helps you stay compliant with HMRC regulations and avoid unnecessary financial penalties....

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Gordon McTemper @gordonMT posted an article in Finance
2026-04-07 11:00:03 ·

The accountant shortage is starting to add up despite an easier tax filing season

The accountant shortage is starting to add up despite an easier tax filing seasonA quieter tax season is a welcome relief, but it should not be mistaken for progress, writes Kim Moody. Photo by Doucefleur/Getty ImagesArticle contentI was chatting with a colleague last week about tax season. “We’ll get it done,” he said. “But given the shortage of qualified teammates, it’s going to be tough. At...

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Gordon McTemper @gordonMT posted an article in Finance
2026-04-16 18:00:03 ·

Three steps to make filing your tax return to the CRA less painful

Three steps to make filing your tax return to the CRA less painfulAs of April 12, about half of Canadians had yet to file their 2025 tax return. Photo by Getty ImagesArticle contentThe latest stats from Canada Revenue Agency’s tax filing season tracker show that as of April 12, 16.1 million taxpayers have filed, meaning about half of us have yet to file our 2025 tax return — including me. But...

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Gordon McTemper @gordonMT posted an article in Finance
2026-05-21 18:00:02 ·

What to do if you made a mistake on your tax return or are filing late to the CRA

What to do if you made a mistake on your tax return or are filing late to the CRAThe official tax filing deadline for most Canadians has passed but you can still file or correct errors to your return, says Jamie Golombek. Photo by Pexels /PNI Atlantic NewsArticle contentTax season officially ended on April 30, which was the general deadline for most Canadians to file their 2025 personal tax...

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Gordon McTemper @gordonMT posted an article in Finance
2026-02-20 12:00:03 ·

What you need to know about filing to the CRA this year as tax season looms

What you need to know about filing to the CRA this year as tax season loomsIf you, your spouse or your common-law partner earned self-employment income in 2025, you have until June 15 to file. But be forewarned that if you owe money, you will still need to pay by April 30. Photo by Pra-chid/Getty Images/Postmedia filesArticle contentTax season officially launches on Monday, which is the first...

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