Bureaucracy, explains Philip Maguire, CPA, CA, is a curse on the ability to manage an organization in an effective manner, to the detriment of productivity

Ireland shows that clear rules, competitive tax rates, and simplicity can help drive economic growth

Francois Boileau, Canada’s taxpayers ombudsperson, responds to the article, The forgotten project of tax reform, by François Brouard and Bertrand Lemieux

One of the most strategically valuable (yet less publicly discussed) motivations of philanthropy is tax management, particularly the donation of shares

Despite differences, Canada’s federal parties recognize the need for an in-depth review. Now is the time to act, say François Brouard and Bertrand Lemieux

Unlike Canada, Australia thinks its hands are tied on the taxation of the multinational tech giants, in fear of retailiatory tariffs from the United States

Allan Lanthier examines a dispute before the Tax Court of Canada involving Brookfield Corporation and controlled foreign affiliates in Bermuda and Barbados

Accounting standards are becoming so complicated, says Philip Maguire, CPA, CA, that we have lost the ability to explain the results

Canada’s natural assets could one day be reflected in government financial statements, says Bailey Church of KPMG, as the tides of accounting are shifting

Now is the time for Canada to advance tax literacy, as both authorities and society as a whole can strengthen democracy and build a more informed public

While the tax could be replaced by an equally effective tool, its repeal increases uncertainty about Canada’s ability to support climate change mitigation

From uncertainty to compliance to staffing, Chartered Professional Accountants say their stress is not offset by client appreciation, reports Dean Blachford