Welcome to Prime Minister November 04, 2015 The CBA extends congratulations to the Prime Minister and looks forward to working with the new government to convey the perspective of the legal profession on issues of mutual interest.
GST/HST Joint Venture Election May 13, 2015 The CBA Commodity Tax, Customs and Trade Law Section seeks clarification on CRA's interpretation of the Joint Venture GST/HST election under s. 273 of the Excise Tax Act.
Federal Court of Canada Prothonotaries February 18, 2015 The CBA articulates support for the retention of prothonotaries as important decision-makers in the Federal Court.
External Stakeholder Consultations January 08, 2015 The CBA comments on when the Canada Revenue Agency conducts external consultations with stakeholders regarding the GST/HST Rulings Program, including when the CRA has not received sufficient information and communication of rulings.
CBSA Voluntary Disclosure Policy October 31, 2014 The CBA comments on the Canada Border Services Agency's (CBSA) draft D-Memorandum on Relief of Interest and/or Penalties dated April 4, 2014. The CBA seeks to ensure CBSA encourages voluntary disclosure and waives penalties such as interest.
Canadian International Trade Tribunal Procedures during Special Import Measures Act Inquiries July 29, 2014 In general, the CBA supports Canadian International Trade Tribunal’s proposed procedural changes for conducting inquiries under the Special Import Measures Act, but voices several concerns.
Bill C-31 — Economic Action Plan 2014 Act, No. 1, Part 6, Division 29 – Administrative Tribunals Support Services Act May 07, 2014 The CBA says the Administrative Tribunals Support Services Act (part of the budget omnibus Bill C-31) may impair operations of federal administrative tribunals, and should be withdrawn pending consultations with key users and advocates.
Proposed GST/HST changes in the Excise Tax Act February 25, 2014 In response to the 2014 Budget announcements, and Finance Canada’s request for views on the proposed changes to the GST/HST provisions of the Excise Tax Act, the CBA outlines its concerns.