Determining Your Tax Residency Status in Canada

July 10, 2025 |Charles W. Cullen III
In Canada, unlike the U.S., the income tax system is based on Canadian residency status. This articles discusses some of the factors that are considered when determining your residency status for Canadian tax purposes and some potential implications....
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U.S Estate Tax - Strategies for Canadians with Exposure

July 03, 2025 |Charles W. Cullen III
Many Canadians do not realize that they may be exposed to U.S. estate tax. Planning that can reduce or eliminate this exposure may be optimal and something we look at for all our clients. For more information, please reach out. Click Here
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Are you thinking of leaving the U.S. tax system?

June 26, 2025 |Charles W. Cullen III
For those who are contemplating leaving the U.S. tax system, many issues may arise. For an overview of the U.S. exit tax law, please click the link. For more information, please reach out. Click Here
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Moving to Canada From the U.S.

June 19, 2025 |Charles W. Cullen III
Are you a U.S. citizen or green-card holder who is moving to Canada? One thing you should be aware of is that you will be subject to both the Canadian and U.S tax system. For help navigating this and other cross-border considerations, please reach out...
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Moving from Canada to the U.S.

June 12, 2025 |Charles W. Cullen III
There are many reasons why Canadians find themselves moving to U.S. Regardless of the reason, it is important to be aware of the tax and estate planning issues that can arise as a result of your move as well as planning opportunities you may be able to...
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Transferring a Foreign Pension Plan To Your RRSP or RRIF

June 09, 2025 |Charles W. Cullen III
When people work abroad, they will often accumulate a pension in that country. For some, they then look to consolidate that pension with your RRSP or RRIF. To learn more, click the link. To have an in-depth conversation on your unique circumstances, please...
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2025 U.S. Tax Reform - Possible Impacts for Canadians

May 30, 2025 |Charles W. Cullen III
Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, there are proposed tax legislation that would impact U.S. withholding tax rates for Canadians and Canadian corporations. This is something that will be closely watched moving forward as the impact may be very material...
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Canada Pension Plan Retirement Pension

May 22, 2025 |Charles W. Cullen III
After years of contributing to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), you may wonder how this plan will help you in retirement. This article examines how the CPP retirement pension works, your options for taking the pension and the implications of your choices...
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Income Taxes at Death

May 08, 2025 |Charles W. Cullen III
As the legal representative for an estate, under the Income Tax Act, you’re responsible for filing all required tax returns for the deceased and making sure all taxes owing are paid. For information that may assist you in filling, click the link. For...
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The RBC Charitable Gift Program

May 01, 2025 |Charles W. Cullen III
The RBC Charitable Gift Program is designed to make it easy to support charitable causes that are important to you, while potentially receiving significant tax advantages. For more information, please reach out. Click Here
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