By: Adam Aptowitzer The tax proposals currently the subject of much public discussion have more or less bypassed the charities sector. Indeed, the changes will not directly affect the regulation of donations or the charities themselves. However, indirectly, the reduction of taxable income in the hands of Canadians will undoubtedly lead to a reduction in […]
Erosion of the Alberta Advantage
By C. Yvonne Chenier, QC Since 2007 Albertans have enjoyed what has been dubbed by some a “Super Credit” for donations to their favourite charities. In the spirit of generosity in 2007, the Alberta Government enhanced the tax credit to 21% from 12.75% on total annual donations over $200. Combining this with the Federal Tax […]
