Canada Guide 2027 : Nationwide - Canada
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Provided by Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP
With over 30 tax professionals in offices across Canada, Gowling WLG's Tax Group is recognized as a leader in the areas of tax, transfer pricing, tax planning and indirect tax.
Our extensive experience advising clients – from small entrepreneurs and mid-sized businesses to Fortune 500 companies – means we have the right background to meet your unique tax needs. We counsel both Canadian and international clients, and have an in-depth understanding of a wide range of industries, including apparel, banking, energy, finance and leasing, insurance, manufacturing, payments, real estate, traditional and Internet retail, telecommunications and transportation.
We implement Canadian in-bound investments for multinational corporations, tax-exempt entities, foreign sovereign entities, and high-net-worth individuals, and tailor outbound tax structures for Canadian entities doing business abroad. Our tax professionals can work with you to provide specialized advice to meet all of your tax requirements, from corporate reorganizations, executive compensation and international trade to private client services, tax dispute resolution and transfer pricing.
Our tax practice includes lawyers, accountants, economists and former senior officers of the Canada Revenue Agency. We have the resources and first-hand experience to anticipate the problems you may face – and offer creative, practical solutions that deliver effective tax results for your business.
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The tax department at Gowling WLG (Canada) is active on both tax litigation and tax advisory mandates. The team covers a wide range of tax specialisms, including indirect tax, private equity, international tax planning and Aboriginal tax. The firm is also noted for its comprehensive expertise in transfer pricing. It is known for its cross-border capabilities as well as its strength across Canada.
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Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP represented the Canada Infrastructure Bank in connection with Recyclage Carbone Varennes' acquisition by StormFisher Hydrogen. The tax team structured the transaction to ensure the available clean energy tax credits were preserved.
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Gowling WLG provides a one-stop shop for all needs. The department has highly technical expertise so that it can address very complex matters, while developing practical recommendations and advice.
Gowling WLG's tax department has a commitment to excellence, is very knowledgeable and has depth and breadth.
The Gowling WLG team is relentless in its pursuit of a solution. The team are reliably creative and strategy gurus.
The team demonstrates strong depth and breadth, combining senior expertise with responsive support across disciplines, allowing them to handle a wide range of complex matters efficiently and consistently.
Gowling WLG has proven that they understand my business, which allows them to provide great service. The team delivers on accuracy, thoughtfulness and timely advice.
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Laura is very responsive and practical.
Working with Laura is always a positive experience. She has excellent technical knowledge and is a joy to work with.
Laura is an incredible tax professional. She is very committed to excellence.
Laura takes the time to understand my business and provides thoughtful guidance.
Toronto-based Paul Carenza of Gowling is recommended for his work on transactional matters, such as M&A. His clients include utility companies.
He has an ability to navigate complex tax structures and advise on strategic planning.
Paul stands out for the depth of his technical expertise in Canadian tax, and he approaches each issue with a level of diligence that gives us complete confidence in the guidance provided.
Paul is excellent across the board. His knowledge and expertise instil full confidence.
Paul Carenza is an exceptional adviser and technically sharp.
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