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Which of the following scenarios would be considered a transaction that originates in one country but is concluded in a second country?
Which of the following scenarios would be considered a transaction that originates in one country but is concluded in a second country?
- A Canadian resident corporation pays a dividend to a foreign shareholder. (correct)
- A foreign enterprise establishes a branch warehouse and sales office in Canada and sells merchandise.
- A foreign corporation invests in a Canadian company.
- A Canadian resident purchases a product directly from a foreign supplier. (correct)
What is the key factor that determines whether a foreign entity (individual or corporation) is subject to Canadian tax on business activities?
What is the key factor that determines whether a foreign entity (individual or corporation) is subject to Canadian tax on business activities?
- Whether the entity is owned by Canadian residents.
- Whether the entity is registered in Canada.
- Whether the entity has a physical presence in Canada. (correct)
- Whether the entity generates revenue in excess of a certain threshold.
Which of the following activities would NOT result in a foreign entity being taxed in Canada on net income?
Which of the following activities would NOT result in a foreign entity being taxed in Canada on net income?
- Employing Canadian citizens overseas. (correct)
- Providing consulting services to a Canadian client.
- Carrying on business in Canada.
- Investing in Canadian real estate.
How is income generally determined for transactions that originate and conclude within a foreign country with a Canadian branch?
How is income generally determined for transactions that originate and conclude within a foreign country with a Canadian branch?
What is the primary reason why Canada treats the activities of foreign entities similarly to how other countries treat Canadian entities?
What is the primary reason why Canada treats the activities of foreign entities similarly to how other countries treat Canadian entities?
What type of Canadian property is subject to taxation when disposed of by a non-resident?
What type of Canadian property is subject to taxation when disposed of by a non-resident?
Which of the following is NOT a category of international business transactions?
Which of the following is NOT a category of international business transactions?
What is the main reason why non-resident individuals and corporations are taxed in Canada on specific activities?
What is the main reason why non-resident individuals and corporations are taxed in Canada on specific activities?
Which of the following activities would NOT likely be considered a 'permanent establishment' in Canada, according to the text?
Which of the following activities would NOT likely be considered a 'permanent establishment' in Canada, according to the text?
What is the main impact of a foreign entity's method of doing business in Canada on its tax obligations?
What is the main impact of a foreign entity's method of doing business in Canada on its tax obligations?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a type of Canadian property subject to tax on disposal by a non-resident?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a type of Canadian property subject to tax on disposal by a non-resident?
What is the term used for the tax withheld by the payer from payments made to non-residents of Canada?
What is the term used for the tax withheld by the payer from payments made to non-residents of Canada?
Which of the following types of income, when paid to a non-resident, is NOT generally subject to Canadian withholding tax according to the text?
Which of the following types of income, when paid to a non-resident, is NOT generally subject to Canadian withholding tax according to the text?
Which of the following is a TRUE statement about the withholding tax rate on payments to non-residents?
Which of the following is a TRUE statement about the withholding tax rate on payments to non-residents?
Which of the following types of payments ARE subject to Canadian withholding tax when paid to a non-resident?
Which of the following types of payments ARE subject to Canadian withholding tax when paid to a non-resident?
What is the term used in the text for an entity that has authority to regularly contract on behalf of a non-resident entity?
What is the term used in the text for an entity that has authority to regularly contract on behalf of a non-resident entity?
Based on the text, what is the main factor that determines whether a foreign entity has a 'permanent establishment' in Canada?
Based on the text, what is the main factor that determines whether a foreign entity has a 'permanent establishment' in Canada?
Which of the following would be considered a 'taxable Canadian property' subject to tax on disposal by a non-resident?
Which of the following would be considered a 'taxable Canadian property' subject to tax on disposal by a non-resident?
Flashcards
Carrying on business in Canada
Carrying on business in Canada
Engaging in business activities through a permanent establishment in Canada.
Permanent establishment
Permanent establishment
A fixed place of business or agency for a non-resident entity in Canada.
Withholding tax
Withholding tax
A tax on amounts originating from Canada paid to non-residents, withheld by the payer.
Taxable Canadian property
Taxable Canadian property
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Income Tax Act
Income Tax Act
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Withholding tax rates
Withholding tax rates
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Types of payments subject to withholding tax
Types of payments subject to withholding tax
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Arm’s-length interest
Arm’s-length interest
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Non-resident taxation
Non-resident taxation
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Exceptional rules for immigration
Exceptional rules for immigration
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International Transactions Categories
International Transactions Categories
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Canadian Resident Corporation Dividend
Canadian Resident Corporation Dividend
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Sale by Foreign Enterprise
Sale by Foreign Enterprise
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Income Tax Calculation
Income Tax Calculation
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Selective Taxation
Selective Taxation
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Tax on Net Income for Non-Residents
Tax on Net Income for Non-Residents
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Business Activity Requirement
Business Activity Requirement
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Study Notes
Non-Resident Taxation in Canada
- Non-residents are generally not taxed on worldwide income, but may be taxed on specific activities within Canada.
- Foreign entities are treated similarly to Canadian entities regarding taxation.
- International transactions are categorized into two types:
- Transactions initiated and concluded within a foreign country (net income basis).
- Transactions originating in one country and concluded in another (revenue component).
- Both types of activity are selectively taxed in Canada.
- Non-residents are taxed on net income if they carry on business in Canada, dispose of certain Canadian property, or are employed in Canada.
- "Carrying on business" in Canada requires a "permanent establishment", either a fixed place of business or an agency relationship where a resident contracts on behalf of the non-resident entity.
- Foreign entities are taxed on gains from the disposition of taxable Canadian property (e.g., real estate, capital property). This includes shares of Canadian private corporations primarily valued by Canadian real estate and investments in partnerships and trusts with their value attributable to Canadian taxable property.
- "Withholding tax" applies when income originates in Canada but is paid to a non-resident. The payer withholds a portion and remits to Canadian tax authorities.
- The withholding tax rate is 25% under the Income Tax Act, but reduced to 5%, 10%, or 15% according to international tax treaties for certain types of income.
- Common payments subject to withholding tax include dividends, rents, royalties, pension benefits (RRSP, RRIF), management/administration fees, and certain interest (only to non-related parties).
- Tax implications vary for individuals immigrating or emigrating from Canada and have related rules about adjusted costs and departure taxes.
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Explore the intricacies of non-resident taxation in Canada, focusing on the tax obligations of foreign entities and the types of international transactions that may incur tax. Learn about the criteria for 'carrying on business' and the implications of having a permanent establishment in Canada.
