Advantages of Incorporating as a Canadian Controlled Private Corporation (CCPC) – Lower Tax Rate
A Canadian Controlled Private Corporation (CCPC) is a type of private corporation that is incorporated in Canada and meets certain criteria set by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). To qualify as a CCPC, the corporation must meet the following criteria:
CCPCs are entitled to certain tax advantages, such as the small business deduction, which allows eligible CCPCs to pay a lower tax rate on their active business income. Additionally, CCPCs are eligible for other tax incentives, such as the scientific research and experimental development tax credit and the capital gains exemption for qualified small business corporation shares. These tax advantages are intended to encourage entrepreneurship and the growth of small businesses in Canada.
What is a small business deduction?
The Small Business Deduction (SBD) is a tax deduction available to eligible Canadian Controlled Private Corporations (CCPCs) on their active business income. The SBD allows qualifying CCPCs to pay a lower corporate income tax rate on their first $500,000 of active business income earned in Canada.
The SBD is currently set at a rate of 9% (as of the knowledge cutoff date of 2021-09), which is lower than the general corporate income tax rate in Canada. This means that eligible CCPCs can pay a lower tax rate on their first $500,000 of active business income, which can provide significant tax savings for small businesses.
To be eligible for the SBD, a CCPC must meet certain criteria, including:
It is important to note that the SBD is subject to change and the eligibility criteria may vary depending on the tax laws in force at any given time. It is always a good idea for small business owners to consult with a tax professional to ensure they are taking full advantage of any available tax deductions and incentives.
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