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The Foix decision: The long and uncertain reach of subsection 84(2)
The broader interpretation by the Federal Court of Appeal in a tax case involving a complex hybrid sale was a breath of fresh air says Allan Lanthier
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Black people bring unique perspectives to the accounting profession. Here’s how you can be an ally and why it’s important to do
Latisha Carter of Xero on bridging the opportunity gap for the Black community within accounting and other financial professions
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Quasi-criminal proceedings: OSC raises stakes and grapples with results
Doug McLeod and Daniel Szirmak of Blakes on CannTrust Holdings and the Ontario Securities Commission's difficulty obtaining quasi-criminal convictions
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Few of South Africa’s chartered accountants are black: hearing their stories suggests what to fix
In recognition of Black History Month, this article from South Africa provides insight into systemic barriers to the accounting profession for black accountants
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How large corporations make huge profits from hidden markups at the expense of consumers
Compound markups are inflating the costs of products at every point in the Canadian supply chain due to monopolistic practices says economics professor
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How a proposed app called TaxTrack could make taxes more democratic
Participatory budgeting is a direct opportunity for public involvement in how taxpayer dollars are spent and can revive trust in governments
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Gender diversity on corporate boards can improve organizational performance
Female board members are more likely to challenge ideas and opinions in a way the men were not, say Canadian accounting professors
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How hiring more women IT experts improves cybersecurity risk management
Two Canadian accounting professors on the role of gender in mitigating cyber risk
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Despite soaring profits, oil companies are not paying enough for their environmental damage
Oilsands producers are spending their windfall on buybacks and debt reduction rather than reinvestment, with implications for Alberta economy, taxation
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How Canada’s new credit card surcharge will affect consumers and businesses
Surcharges or cash discounts could be the solution to hidden interchange fees
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An open letter from David Marquis, VP and Canada Country Manager, Intuit
Today is International Accounting Day — an opportunity for all of us to pause, reflect and celebrate the work and investment you put into your clients
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To clean up Hockey Canada, financial transparency is a must
Transparency in financial disclosure is a crucial part of ethical, responsible governance, say Canadian accounting professors
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