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CRA Debts and Insolvency for Canadian Accountants 101

A Comprehensive Podcast Tailored to Accountants Covering the Remedies Available to Canadians Facing Insolvency as a Result of CRA Debts

Created bySteven Pitucci
4.9
(17 reviews)
BeginnerUpdated Nov 26, 2025
CRA Debts and Insolvency for Canadian Accountants 101

What You'll Learn

check_circleUnderstand legal meanings of insolvency and BIA remedies.
check_circleIdentify critical warning signs of business insolvency.
check_circleDistinguish between LITs and debt advisors for clients.
check_circleAnalyze tax debt resolutions via bankruptcy and proposals.
check_circleGrasp tax filing rules for bankruptcies and proposals.
check_circleAddress shareholder loan issues in corporate insolvency.

About This Course

Welcome to "CRA Debts and Insolvency for Canadian Accountants 101," a vital course designed to equip Canadian accountants with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of CRA debts and insolvency. In the post-COVID era, more Canadians and businesses are grappling with insolvency, often burdened by significant tax debts including income tax, GST/HST and payroll source deductions.

This course bridges the knowledge gap often faced by accountants, empowering you to better advise clients on managing their financial affairs during challenging times. We speak one-to-one with Ianina Raguimov, a Licensed Insolvency Trustee at Albert Gelman Inc., who shares invaluable expertise from years of dealing with insolvent entities, accountants, and the CRA.

You will learn to:

  • Understand the legal definition of insolvency and its nuances.
  • Identify early warning signs of business insolvency.
  • Differentiate between the roles of a Licensed Insolvency Trustee (LIT) and other debt advisors.
  • Explore formal insolvency remedies under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (BIA), specifically bankruptcy and proposals to creditors.
  • Address unique considerations for individuals with high personal income tax debt (over $200,000).
  • Navigate tax filing requirements during bankruptcy and proposals.
  • Uncover common surprises for insolvent tax debtors, including the impact of CRA's enhanced collection powers under Section 160 of the Income Tax Act and Section 325 of the Excise Tax Act.
  • Understand shareholder loan considerations for corporations facing bankruptcy and strategies to secure claims.
  • Gain insight into the processing times for bankruptcies and proposals involving the CRA.

Through real-life examples and practical insights, this course highlights the critical role accountants play in the insolvency process, ensuring you can provide proactive and informed guidance to your clients. Enhance your advisory skills and become an indispensable resource for clients facing financial distress with the Canada Revenue Agency.

Your Instructor

Steven Pitucci
Steven Pitucci

Accounting and Tax Educator, CPA, CA

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As a Chartered Professional Accountant, I am currently navigating the complex world of forensic accounting & advisory in a Canadian insolvency firm. I am a former partner of public accounting firm serving Canadian individuals and privately-held businesses. I am also educating other accountants with all things accounting and tax. I have a passion for taking complex issues and teaching them to others in a manner that is understandable.

Credit Information

Do these courses count toward my professional development requirements?

This portal is provided as a training and development resource for City of Markham employees. Every course is delivered by a qualified subject matter expert or learning organization, is quantifiable in hours, and is verifiable — you receive a documented certificate of completion for every course you finish, stored on LearnFormula indefinitely.

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