Bill C-97 — Part 4, Division 26 – Federal Prompt Payment for Construction Work Act May 16, 2019 The CBA comments on new prompt payment and adjudication legislation for the construction industry.
Income Tax Act — Employee Stock Option Changes Announced in 2019 Federal Budget May 14, 2019 The Joint Canadian Bar Association/Canadian Professional Accountants of Canada Taxation Committee raises general questions and concerns about changes to the tax deduction for employee stock options announced in the 2019 Federal Budget.
Potential WTO Negotiations on E-commerce May 07, 2019 The CBA believes a WTO e-commerce agreement could increase market access, eliminate barriers to digital trade and safeguard personal information and consumer protection but stresses that it should not restrict competition.
Draft Strategic Plan 2019-2022 March 01, 2019 The CBA comments on the Canadian Association of Pension Supervisory Authorities' Draft Strategic Plan for 2019-2022.
Registered Pension Plan Annuity Contracts under Income Tax Act section 147.4 March 01, 2019 The CBA comments on the Canada Revenue Agency’s guidance on the purchase of annuity contracts under section 147.4 of the Income Tax Act and offers suggestions for improvement.
Proposed IRPR amendments re: open permits for migrant workers February 08, 2019 The CBA supports proposed regulations to facilitate work permits for vulnerable migrant workers, and recommends improvements.
Supreme Court Hearings Outside Ottawa February 04, 2019 The CBA supports a principled approach to occasional SCC sittings outside Ottawa and outlines several factors to consider.
Retirement Security Income January 31, 2019 The CBA responds to the federal government consultation on retirement security for Canadians.
Proposed Regulations to Bill C-65 (Workplace Violence and Harassment) October 05, 2018 The CBA offers input on proposed regulations to Bill C-65, legislation that will address harassment and violence in federal workplaces.