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💡If you get a higher-paying job during bankruptcy, you must report the income increase to your Licensed Insolvency Trustee. If your earnings exceed the government-set threshold, you must pay 50%…
💡If you win the lottery after you receive your Absolute Certificate of Discharge, the winnings belong 100% to you. Your former creditors have no legal right to claim any of…
💡In Canada, filing for bankruptcy does not automatically give your landlord the right to evict you. As long as you continue paying your rent on time and follow your provincial…
📱You can still get a cell phone contract during a consumer proposal in Canada. However, major telecom providers may require a security deposit due to your impacted credit score. Opting…
💰Filing for bankruptcy in Canada does not usually increase the premiums on your existing life insurance policy. However, if you apply for new term or whole life coverage, underwriters will…
💡Your employer will generally not find out about your personal bankruptcy in Canada unless there is an active wage garnishment. In that case, your Licensed Insolvency Trustee (LIT) must notify…
💡In Canada, you must include all unsecured debts in a Consumer Proposal. If your credit card has a balance, it will be cancelled. However, a zero-balance card from a non-creditor…
💡While your Licensed Insolvency Trustee is bound by confidentiality and will not directly notify your spouse, hiding a personal bankruptcy in Canada is incredibly difficult. Factors like reporting total household…
💡Filing for personal bankruptcy in Canada generally does not cause Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to reject a standard Permanent Resident application. However, you are legally prohibited from sponsoring…
💡In Canada, filing for a Consumer Proposal or Bankruptcy does not legally prevent you from holding most jobs. However, industries like finance, government, and gaming conduct strict background checks. Being…
💳You can apply for a secured credit card while actively in a bankruptcy in Canada by providing a cash deposit of $300 to $500 CAD. This allows you to start…
🚗Getting an auto loan after a consumer proposal is highly possible, but you will typically face subprime interest rates ranging from 10% to 29.99% CAD. Saving a cash down payment…
💡Generally, existing Canadian mortgage lenders will automatically renew your mortgage while you are in a consumer proposal without a credit check, provided your payments are completely up to date. Seeking…
💡Closing an inactive corporation in Canada with outstanding debts requires more than just filing articles of dissolution. If your business owes money to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) or employees,…
💡Yes, you can absolutely travel outside of Canada while in an undischarged bankruptcy. The government does not seize your passport. However, you must fulfill all your mandatory duties with your…
💡Securing a mortgage after bankruptcy in Canada is completely possible if you follow the CMHC “2-2-2 rule”: you must be discharged for at least 2 years, establish 2 new lines…
📩Before paying a collection agency in Canada, you have the right to dispute the debt. Unlike in the US, a simple request for debt validation does not automatically stop collector…
🚫Collection agencies in Canada cannot harass you, threaten you, or call your friends and family to discuss your debt. Under provincial consumer protection laws, you can legally force them to…
💡If you receive a Statement of Claim for an unpaid debt in Canada, you generally have a strict 20-day (in Ontario and Alberta) or 21-day (in BC) window to file…
💡A default judgment in Canada allows a creditor to automatically win their lawsuit if you fail to file a defence within the strict 20 to 21-day provincial deadline. This legal…
💡While a Writ of Seizure and Sale gives a bailiff the power to seize your assets to pay off a court judgment, provincial laws provide generous exemptions. In Canada, your…
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Welcome to the Canada Money, Taxes & IP guide centre. Here you will find comprehensive resources covering everything from federal tax compliance to protecting your intellectual property, based on current national regulations.
Managing finances, corporate taxes, and intellectual property (IP) across Canada requires navigating a complex web of federal and provincial laws. Whether you are an entrepreneur launching a startup, an established business protecting a new invention, or an individual facing a complex tax audit, safeguarding your assets is vital for long-term success.
Intellectual property rights, such as trademarks, patents, and copyrights, are strictly governed at the federal level to ensure your creations are protected coast to coast. Meanwhile, tax obligations and corporate finance laws demand strict compliance with federal statutes to avoid severe financial penalties and protect your bottom line.
In Canada, federal tax disputes and appeals are exclusively handled by the Tax Court of Canada, which provides an independent forum for individuals and businesses to challenge assessments made by the government. For matters involving intellectual property disputes, such as patent infringement or trademark battles, cases are typically litigated in the Federal Court of Canada.
Daily interactions regarding these areas involve critical federal agencies. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) administers tax laws for the Government of Canada and most provinces, while the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) is responsible for the registration and regulation of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and industrial designs nationwide.
Tax codes, bankruptcy laws, and IP regulations are incredibly intricate and subject to strict statutory deadlines. We strongly advise against attempting to represent yourself in a tax audit, drafting complex patent applications, or litigating financial disputes without professional guidance, as critical errors can lead to devastating financial losses.
A qualified Canadian tax or intellectual property lawyer can provide strategic advice, negotiate with federal agencies, and aggressively protect your creations and assets in court. You can find a list of relevant local lawyers and government agencies at the top of this page to assist you with your specific financial and legal needs.
A trademark protects branding elements like business names, logos, and slogans that distinguish your goods or services in the marketplace. A copyright protects original literary, artistic, musical, or dramatic works from being copied or reproduced without permission.
If you disagree with a Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) assessment, you must first formally file a Notice of Objection within 90 days of the assessment date. If the CRA upholds their decision, you can then appeal directly to the Tax Court of Canada.
In Canada, a standard patent provides exclusive rights to an invention for 20 years from the date the patent application was originally filed, provided all necessary maintenance fees are paid on time.
Yes, if you ignore repeated demands for payment, the CRA has broad statutory powers to garnish your wages, seize your bank accounts, or place a lien on your property without needing a traditional civil court order.
No, copyright exists automatically the moment you create an original work and fix it in a tangible format. However, registering your work with CIPO provides a formal certificate of registration, which serves as powerful evidence in court if someone infringes on your rights.
A CCPC is a specific type of private corporation resident in Canada that is not controlled by non-residents or public corporations. CCPCs benefit from various tax advantages, most notably the Small Business Deduction on active business income.