Name: Charitable Donation Deadlines and Tax Filing Uncertainty
Price: 99 CAD
Rating: 4.6 (5 reviews)

What You'll Learn

check_circleUnderstand Canadian donation deadline extension nuances.

check_circleGrasp US giving rules: itemizing and AGI limits.

check_circleApply the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' Act to planning.

check_circleUtilize DAFs for strategic, tax-efficient giving.

check_circleMaster documentation for all charitable contributions.

About This Course

Welcome to "Charitable Donation Deadlines and Tax Filing Uncertainty." This comprehensive course navigates the evolving landscape of charitable giving regulations for the 2024 and 2025 tax years, specifically addressing recent legislative changes in Canada and the United States.

The significance of understanding these updates cannot be overstated, as they directly impact tax planning and compliance for both donors and advisors. This course equips you with the technical knowledge required for high-level tax planning and ensures you are prepared for future policy shifts.

Our objective is to provide a clear overview of key changes and offer strategic insights, ensuring you can optimize philanthropic impact while maintaining full compliance. Key learning outcomes include understanding:

The unique extension of the Canadian charitable donation deadline to February 28, 2025, for the 2024 tax year, and the administrative certainty provided by the CRA despite legislative delays.
Strategic implications of the Canadian extension, including optimized donation timing, cash flow benefits, and risk mitigation through carry-forward provisions.
US charitable giving rules for 2025, including AGI limits, carryover provisions, and the critical role of itemization versus the standard deduction.
Specific strategies for US donors, such as Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) and "bunching" with Donor Advised Funds (DAFs).
Effective documentation requirements for all charitable donations, emphasizing the necessity of written acknowledgments and Form 8283 for non-cash contributions.
The significant impact of the "One Big Beautiful Bill" Act (OBBBA) on US tax policy starting in 2026, including permanent extension of the 60% cash donation limit for itemizers, increased federal estate and gift tax exemptions, and new corporate deductibility floors and caps.
Strategic adjustments for itemizers and corporations under OBBBA, including an enhanced focus on bunching and coordination with overall wealth strategies.
The pivotal role of Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) in facilitating strategic philanthropy, enabling tax-free growth, handling complex assets, and simplifying administration for multi-generational giving.
The benefits of donating appreciated securities "in-kind" to maximize tax efficiency.

By the end of this course, you will be proficient in navigating current charitable giving regulations and ready to adapt to future legislative changes, ensuring maximum philanthropic impact and tax efficiency.

Your Instructor

Maple Ledger Institute

Advancing Accounting Excellence Across Canada

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Maple Ledger Institute provides continuing professional development for Canadian accountants, finance teams, and advisory professionals. Our programs are designed to align with CPA provincial body requirements, covering evolving standards in assurance, taxation, financial reporting, and ethics. We specialise in delivering practical, up-to-date CPD that reflects the realities of Canadian regulatory frameworks and the rapidly changing financial landscape.

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Is this course eligible for my CPD requirements as a Canadian CPA?

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