DKP Global provides end-to-end taxation services Canada — including T2 corporate income tax filing, HST/GST registration and filing, personal income tax (T1), tax planning, CRA audit support, and cross-border India-Canada DTAA tax advisory. Our ACCA-UK, CA, and CS certified team serves corporations, small businesses, Indian immigrants, and international entrepreneurs across BC, Ontario, Alberta, and PAN Canada — all services available remotely. 250+ businesses served. ✔ ACCA-UK | CA | CS Certified | ✔ 250+ Clients | ✔ BC • Ontario • Alberta • PAN Canada | ✔ India-Canada Cross-Border Specialists
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Assistance with tax registrations, compliance setup, and regulatory requirements.
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DKP Global provides a full spectrum of tax compliance and advisory services for Canadian businesses and individuals. Whether you need annual corporate tax filing, HST/GST compliance, personal tax planning, or cross-border India-Canada tax structuring our qualified team handles it under one roof.
Service | What We Do | Who Needs It | DKP Handles? |
T2 Corporate Tax Return | Prepare and file annual corporate income tax return with CRA — Schedules 1, 8, 100, 125, 200 + SBD optimization | All incorporated businesses | ✔ |
HST / GST Registration & Filing | Register RT account, quarterly/monthly return filing, ITC maximization, CRA correspondence | All HST-registered businesses | ✔ |
PST Filing (BC & Manitoba) | BC PST registration + quarterly returns to BC Ministry of Finance; Manitoba RST filings | BC and Manitoba businesses selling taxable goods/services | ✔ |
Personal Income Tax (T1) | Annual T1 filing for business owners, shareholder-employees, newcomers, Indian residents with Canadian income | Individual taxpayers, owner-employees | ✔ |
Tax Planning — Salary vs Dividend | Annual optimization of compensation mix — salary vs dividends — to minimize combined corporate + personal tax | Incorporated business owners | ✔ |
Capital Gains Tax Advisory | Calculate and plan capital gains on sale of shares, real estate, or business assets — lifetime capital gains exemption eligibility | Business owners selling assets or shares | ✔ |
Tax Instalment Planning | Calculate quarterly/monthly CRA instalment amounts — avoid instalment interest | Corporations and self-employed individuals owing $3,000+ in tax | ✔ |
CRA Audit Support & Representation | Respond to CRA audit requests, notices of assessment, requests for information — represent client in CRA correspondence | Any business or individual under CRA review | ✔ |
SR&ED Tax Credit | Identify qualifying R&D activities, prepare technical narratives, file SR&ED claims for refundable federal tax credits | Technology, manufacturing, and innovation companies | ✔ |
India-Canada DTAA Advisory | Withholding tax planning on dividends, interest, royalties — treaty position papers, DTAA credit claims in both jurisdictions | Indian-owned Canadian corporations, cross-border entrepreneurs | ✔ |
FEMA + ODI Advisory | Form ODI filing guidance, Annual Performance Report (APR) preparation, LRS compliance for India-Canada investment flows | Indian residents investing in Canadian corporations | ✔ |
GST / HST Refund Claims | Recover HST overpayments, missed ITC claims, and pre-registration ITCs through CRA refund applications | Businesses with unclaimed HST credits | ✔ |
Every Canadian corporation active or inactive must file a T2 Corporation Income Tax Return with CRA annually. The T2 is due 6 months after the corporation’s fiscal year end; tax payment is due 3 months after year end for CCPCs. DKP Global prepares T2 returns that are not just compliant they are tax-optimized.
Corporate Tax Item | Details | DKP Service |
T2 Corporate Tax Return | Annual filing — Schedules 1, 8, 100, 125, 200 and all applicable sub-schedules | Full T2 preparation and NETFILE submission |
Small Business Deduction (SBD) | Reduces federal corporate rate from 15% to 9% on first $500K active business income for qualifying CCPCs | SBD qualification analysis and optimization |
Capital Cost Allowance (CCA) | Tax depreciation on assets — maximize CCA strategically to reduce taxable income in high-income years | Schedule 8 preparation with CCA optimization |
SR&ED Tax Credits | Scientific Research & Experimental Development — refundable federal credits up to 35% of qualifying R&D expenditure for CCPCs | SR&ED claim preparation and technical narrative |
Corporate Tax Instalments | Monthly or quarterly payments to CRA based on prior year or estimated current year tax | Instalment schedule calculation and reminders |
Associated Corporation Rules | SBD limit is shared among associated corporations — proper allocation required | Associated group analysis and allocation |
Dividend Refund (RDTOH) | Refundable Dividend Tax on Hand — corporations recover tax on investment income when dividends are paid | RDTOH tracking and refund optimization |
Province | Small Business Rate (Combined) | General Corporate Rate (Combined) | SBD Limit |
British Columbia | 11.0% (Fed 9% + BC 2%) | 27.0% (Fed 15% + BC 12%) | $500,000 |
Ontario | 12.2% (Fed 9% + ON 3.2%) | 26.5% (Fed 15% + ON 11.5%) | $500,000 |
Alberta | 11.0% (Fed 9% + AB 2%) | 23.0% (Fed 15% + AB 8%) | $500,000 |
Quebec | 12.2% (Fed 9% + QC 3.2%) | 26.5% (Fed 15% + QC 11.5%) | $500,000 |
Manitoba | 12.0% (Fed 9% + MB 3%) | 27.0% (Fed 15% + MB 12%) | $500,000 |
HST/GST compliance is a recurring obligation for every registered Canadian business. Missed deadlines, incorrect ITC claims, and wrong tax codes on invoices all attract CRA attention. DKP Global integrates HST compliance into the monthly bookkeeping workflow so your quarterly returns are prepared from clean, reconciled data, never from a last-minute scramble.
HST/GST Service | What It Covers | Frequency |
HST/GST Registration | Register RT account with CRA — determine mandatory vs voluntary registration | One-time at incorporation or revenue threshold crossing |
Quarterly HST Return Filing | Calculate net tax (HST collected minus ITCs), file GST34 return via CRA My Business Account | Quarterly (most small businesses) |
ITC Maximization Review | Monthly review of all expense transactions — ensure every eligible HST is claimed as an ITC | Monthly as part of bookkeeping |
BC PST Registration & Filing | Separate BC PST registration with BC Ministry of Finance + quarterly PST returns | Quarterly — for BC businesses with taxable goods/services |
Quick Method Analysis | Annually assess whether the HST Quick Method reduces net tax vs standard ITC method | Annual — at HST return review |
HST Refund Claims | Recover missed ITCs from prior periods — file refund applications with CRA | As needed — typically at year-end review |
CRA HST Audit Support | Respond to CRA input tax credit audits, HST assessments, requests for documentation | As needed |
Personal income tax in Canada is filed on the T1 General Return due April 30 each year (June 15 for self-employed individuals and their spouses, though any balance owing is still due April 30). DKP Global prepares T1 returns for incorporated business owners, shareholder-employees, newcomers to Canada, and Indian residents with Canadian-source income.
Federal Tax Bracket 2026 | Taxable Income Range | Federal Rate | Notes |
Bracket 1 | $0 – $57,375 | 15% | Basic personal amount: $16,129 — reduces first-bracket tax |
Bracket 2 | $57,376 – $114,750 | 20.5% | RRSP contributions reduce income to lower brackets |
Bracket 3 | $114,751 – $158,519 | 26% | Capital gains taxed at 50% inclusion — effective rate 13% at this bracket |
Bracket 4 | $158,520 – $220,000 | 29% | Dividend gross-up and tax credit system applies |
Bracket 5 | Over $220,000 | 33% | Top marginal rate — provincial tax adds 13–21% on top |
Tax compliance is doing what is required. Tax planning is doing what is required in the most advantageous way possible and doing it before the year ends, not after. DKP Global provides proactive tax planning for every corporate client not just year-end T2 preparation. The difference between a client who does tax planning and one who does not can easily be $10,000–$30,000 per year in unnecessary tax for a business earning $200,000–$500,000 in active income. Most of this tax is avoidable not through aggressive tax shelters, but through basic structural decisions that CRA explicitly endorses: using the small business deduction correctly, optimizing RRSP contributions, timing capital gains dispositions, and structuring owner compensation intelligently.
Tax Planning Strategy | What It Achieves | Who Benefits | DKP Advisory |
Salary vs Dividend Optimization | Minimize combined corporate + personal tax by finding the optimal compensation mix for the owner-employee | All incorporated business owners | ✔ Annual review — runs each October/November before year end |
RRSP Contribution Maximization | Salary creates RRSP contribution room — contributing maximizes tax deduction at high marginal rates | Owner-employees paying themselves salary | ✔ Annual RRSP calculation and contribution deadline tracking |
Capital Gains Planning | Time the sale of assets or shares to optimize capital gains inclusion and access the Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption ($1.25M for QSBC shares) | Business owners planning to sell shares or assets | ✔ Pre-sale structuring advisory |
Corporate Surplus Stripping | Extract retained corporate earnings tax-efficiently using capital dividends (CDA), eligible dividends, or RDTOH strategies | Corporations with significant retained earnings | ✔ CDA and RDTOH tracking and advisory |
Fiscal Year End Selection | Non-calendar fiscal year end can defer personal tax on bonus/salary declared near year end | Incorporated businesses with variable annual income | ✔ Fiscal year selection at incorporation |
Income Splitting (Within Rules) | Pay dividends to adult family members who are shareholders — spreads family income across lower tax brackets (within TOSI rules) | Family-controlled corporations | ✔ TOSI analysis and dividend planning |
Holding Company Structure | Use a holding corporation to accumulate investment income at lower corporate rates before personal withdrawal | Business owners with significant retained earnings | ✔ Holdco structure advisory at incorporation or restructuring |
DKP Global is one of very few Canadian tax firms with genuine expertise in the India-Canada cross-border tax framework. Our founding team combines ACCA-UK Canadian credentials with CS and CA Indian qualifications giving us the ability to advise on both CRA obligations and FEMA/RBI compliance in a single engagement.
Cross-Border Tax Issue | Canada Side | India Side | DKP Service |
Dividends from Canadian corp to Indian shareholder | Canada withholds 25% (or 15% under DTAA for 10%+ shareholders) — remit withholding to CRA | Declare dividend in Indian ITR Schedule FSI — claim DTAA credit for Canadian withholding in Schedule TR | Withholding calculation, CRA remittance, India ITR advisory |
Salary paid by Canadian corp to Indian resident director | Canadian payroll — CPP, EI, income tax deducted — T4 issued | Declare Canadian salary in Indian ITR — DTAA tie-breaker may limit India’s taxing right if individual is in Canada | Residency analysis, DTAA tie-breaker advisory |
Profit repatriation from Canada to India | Dividend withholding tax applies — retain earnings or plan distribution timing | LRS limit ($250K/year per individual), Form A2 for each remittance, FEMA ODI compliance for prior investment | Repatriation planning — minimize withholding, maximize after-tax remittance |
Interest on inter-company loans | 15% Canadian withholding on interest paid to Indian lender — remit to CRA | Declare interest income in Indian ITR — claim DTAA credit | Loan structuring, withholding compliance, Indian ITR advisory |
Sale of Canadian corporation shares by Indian resident | Canada may tax capital gain if shares are “taxable Canadian property” — file T1 with departure tax provisions | India taxes capital gains as Indian income — DTAA determines primary taxing right and credit mechanism | Pre-sale planning, taxable Canadian property analysis, dual-jurisdiction tax optimization |
Canadian corporation has Indian PE (Permanent Establishment) | Canadian corporation profits attributable to Indian PE are taxable in India | India taxes PE profits — need Indian tax registration and return | PE risk analysis, profit attribution, Indian compliance setup |
The India-Canada DTAA was signed in 1996 and has specific withholding rates, tie-breaker rules, and treaty benefit provisions that differ from Canada’s treaties with other countries. For Indian immigrant business owners, understanding these provisions can save tens of thousands of dollars annually in unnecessary withholding tax. DKP Global advises on DTAA positions proactively not just when CRA or the Indian tax authorities raise questions. We have seen cases where Indian-owned Canadian corporations were paying 25% withholding on all dividends when they qualified for the 15% treaty rate under Article 10 a difference that compounds significantly over years of operations. Getting the treaty position right from the start is far less expensive than correcting it later.
DKP Global’s Canada base is in Surrey, BC (+1-672-833-4342) the city with the largest South Asian community in Canada. BC taxation involves federal CRA obligations (T2, HST at 5% GST) plus a separate BC PST (7%) administered by the Province. Our team handles both CRA and BC Ministry of Finance compliance for BC clients. BC’s corporate tax rate is one of the lowest in Canada at 12% combined making it an attractive jurisdiction for incorporation. DKP Global advises on BC-specific tax nuances: GST vs PST applicability, WorkSafeBC payroll obligations, and BC film and digital media tax credits for qualifying businesses.
Ontario has the highest concentration of Indian immigrant entrepreneurs in Canada particularly in Brampton and Mississauga. Ontario’s HST at 13% simplifies sales tax compliance compared to BC’s split system. The combined Ontario corporate tax rate is 12.2% (small business) and 26.5% (general) similar to BC. Ontario-specific tax obligations include the Employer Health Tax (EHT) for businesses with Ontario payroll over $1 million. DKP Global serves Ontario clients entirely remotely all T2, HST, and personal tax filings handled digitally.
Alberta has no provincial sales tax only 5% federal GST. The combined corporate tax rate in Alberta is the lowest in Canada at 23% general and 11% small business. Alberta is growing rapidly as a destination for Indian immigrant entrepreneurs attracted by lower taxes and a business-friendly regulatory environment. DKP Global serves Calgary and Edmonton clients remotely with Alberta-specific tax compliance and planning.
DKP Global serves clients across BC, Ontario, Alberta, and PAN Canada 100% remotely. No office visit required at any step.
Receiving a CRA notice, request for information, or audit letter is stressful but it is manageable with the right representation. CRA audits range from a simple request to verify a single deduction to a comprehensive business audit spanning multiple tax years. DKP Global provides full CRA audit support and representation for all clients.
CRA Contact Type | What It Means | DKP Response |
Notice of Assessment (NOA) | CRA has processed your return and confirmed the result — or made adjustments. Review carefully for CRA-initiated changes. | DKP reviews every NOA for accuracy — disputes incorrect adjustments within the objection period |
Request for Information (RFI) | CRA wants documentation supporting a claim — receipts, invoices, bank statements, contracts | DKP compiles and submits documentation on your behalf — no direct client contact with CRA required |
Desk Audit | CRA reviews specific line items on your return — typically HST ITC claims, home office expenses, or vehicle expenses | DKP prepares a complete audit response with supporting schedules and documentation |
Field Audit | CRA auditor visits your premises (or requests books and records) for a comprehensive review of one or more tax years | DKP represents you in all auditor communications — prepares audit file, negotiates adjustments, challenges unsupported assessments |
Notice of Objection (NOO) | Formal dispute of a CRA assessment — 90-day deadline from mailing date of NOA | DKP files NOO within deadline, prepares technical arguments, represents at Appeals Division level |
Voluntary Disclosure | Self-reporting unreported income or missed filings before CRA initiates contact — reduces penalties significantly | DKP assesses VDP eligibility, prepares and files the voluntary disclosure application |
The most important advice DKP Global gives every client: do not respond to CRA directly without professional guidance. Even an innocent response can inadvertently expand the scope of a CRA review. When you receive any CRA communication, forward it to DKP Global immediately we assess the nature of the contact and respond appropriately. Most CRA desk audits and RFIs can be resolved within 30–60 days with the right documentation. Field audits take longer — typically 3–6 months but with professional representation, the vast majority result in no adjustment or a negotiated settlement significantly lower than CRA’s initial position. For Indian-owned corporations, CRA audits that touch on related-party transactions, management fees, or cross-border payments require particularly careful handling DKP Global’s dual-jurisdiction expertise ensures the Canadian response is consistent with the Indian-side treatment.
What We Offer | What This Means For You |
ACCA-UK & CA & CS Certified Team | Your taxes are prepared by qualified finance professionals — not software operators or document filers |
Canada + India Dual Expertise | We handle both CRA compliance AND FEMA/DTAA obligations — the only firm most Indian-owned Canadian companies need |
Proactive Tax Planning (Not Just Filing) | We advise on salary vs dividend mix, RRSP optimization, and capital gains planning — before deadlines, not after |
T2 + T1 + HST + PST Under One Roof | One engagement covers your corporate tax, personal tax, and sales tax — no coordination between multiple firms |
CRA Audit Representation | We respond to all CRA correspondence on your behalf — you never deal with CRA directly |
Xero & QuickBooks Certified | Year-round bookkeeping feeds directly into tax preparation — no shoebox of receipts at year end |
250+ Businesses Served | Proven track record across India, Canada, and USA — not a startup firm learning as they go |
Fixed-Fee Pricing | Know your annual tax cost upfront — no surprise bills based on time spent |
100% Remote Service | All tax services delivered digitally — BC, Ontario, Alberta, and PAN Canada clients all served remotely |
Bilingual (English + Hindi) | Indian immigrant clients can discuss complex tax matters in their preferred language — no lost-in-translation moments |
Our team includes Amanpreet Singh, ACCA-UK (Operations Head Canada), Palak Narang, MBA Canada (Co-Founder), and Dinesh Kumar Pahuja, CS, M.Com (Founder). This combination of Canadian on-ground experience and Indian compliance expertise makes DKP Global unique in the Canadian taxation market.
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At minimum, a Canadian small business corporation needs: T2 corporate income tax return (annual), HST/GST return filing (quarterly for most), CRA payroll remittance (monthly if employees), T4 slips (annual if employees), and potentially personal T1 filing for the owner-employee. DKP Global provides all of these under one engagement coordinated so your bookkeeping, payroll, and tax filings are all handled by the same qualified team.
For Canadian-Controlled Private Corporations (CCPCs) earning under $500,000 in active business income, the combined federal + provincial small business tax rate ranges from 11% (BC and Alberta) to 12.2% (Ontario and Quebec). For income over $500,000 or for non-CCPC corporations, the general combined rate ranges from 23% (Alberta) to 27% (BC). DKP Global confirms CCPC status, optimizes the small business deduction, and files the T2 with all applicable provincial schedules.
The T2 return is due 6 months after the corporation's fiscal year end. The tax payment deadline is earlier 3 months after year end for CCPCs (2 months for non-CCPCs). For example, a December 31 fiscal year end means the T2 is due June 30, but the tax payment is due March 31. Missing the payment deadline attracts interest at the prescribed rate plus 4% from the due date. DKP Global sets up a tax calendar for every client.
Yes DKP Global prepares T1 personal tax returns for business owners, shareholder-employees, newcomers to Canada, and Indian residents with Canadian-source income. We specialize in owner-employee T1 returns that coordinate with the corporation's T2 ensuring the salary vs dividend mix is optimized for the combined corporate + personal tax result.
Paying yourself a salary from your corporation creates CPP contributions and RRSP room both have long-term value. However, salary is taxed at personal marginal rates immediately. Paying dividends avoids CPP and retains more income in the corporation at the lower corporate tax rate but dividends are taxed at personal rates when paid out. The optimal mix depends on your personal income needs, marginal tax bracket, RRSP room, and retirement planning goals. DKP Global reviews this annually for every incorporated client.
Yes DKP Global provides full CRA audit support and representation. When you receive a CRA notice, request for information, or audit letter, we assess the nature of the contact, compile the required documentation, and respond to CRA on your behalf. You never need to communicate directly with CRA during an audit DKP Global handles all correspondence. Our representation covers desk audits, field audits, notices of assessment, and notices of objection.
The India-Canada Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement is a bilateral tax treaty that determines which country taxes specific types of income and at what rate. For Indian-owned Canadian corporations, the DTAA affects: dividends paid to Indian shareholders (25% withholding, or 15% for 10%+ shareholders), interest on cross-border loans (15% withholding), and royalties (15% withholding). The DTAA prevents the same income from being taxed in both countries but you must actively claim treaty benefits in both jurisdictions. DKP Global manages both the Canadian and Indian side of DTAA compliance.
Corporations and self-employed individuals who owe more than $3,000 in federal tax for the year must make instalment payments throughout the year. Corporations pay monthly instalments due the last day of each month. Self-employed individuals pay quarterly instalments due March 15, June 15, September 15, and December 15. Instalments are based on either the prior year's tax or the estimated current year tax. Missing instalments attracts CRA interest at the prescribed rate plus 4%.
A: Yes. You can incorporate and own a Canadian corporation while living in India. BC and Ontario have no Canadian resident director requirements. You will need a Canadian business address (which your registered agent or virtual office provides), and you must comply with CRA tax filing requirements. DKP Global handles both the Canadian incorporation AND advises on FEMA compliance for Indian residents investing abroad.
