Corporate Tax Rates in Canada: Why 9%, 11%, or 26.5%?
ਕੈਨੇਡਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਕਾਰਪੋਰੇਟ ਟੈਕਸ ਦਰਾਂ: 9%, 11%, ਜਾਂ 26.5% ਕਿਉਂ?
Understanding the small business deduction, general corporate rates, and how to optimize your tax structure.
- CCPCs get lower rates through Small Business Deduction
- 9% federal rate on first $500,000 of active business income
- Provincial rates vary from 0% to 4%
- General corporate rate is 15% federal + provincial
Understanding the Rate Differences
Not all corporations pay the same tax rate. The rate depends on whether you qualify as a Canadian-Controlled Private Corporation (CCPC) and the type of income you earn.
Small Business Rate (9%)
CCPCs pay just 9% federal tax on the first $500,000 of active business income through the Small Business Deduction.
General Corporate Rate (15%)
Income over the $500,000 threshold, or income from non-CCPC corporations, is taxed at the general rate of 15% federally.
Passive Investment Income (26.5%+)
Passive income (interest, rent, dividends) in a CCPC is taxed at higher rates to prevent tax deferral advantages.
Earning over $50,000 in passive income can reduce your Small Business Deduction limit, potentially eliminating it entirely at $150,000.
Strategic tax planning throughout the year can help you minimize your corporate tax burden and maximize after-tax profits.
Optimize Your Corporate Taxes
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