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Tax Court of Canada Rules in Favor of 12329905 Canada Ltd. in GST Rental Rebate Appeal

  • The Tax Court of Canada ruled in favor of 12329905 Canada Ltd. for a GST rental rebate on a residential unit
  • The appeal was heard on May 30, 2024, in Toronto, Ontario
  • The judgment was delivered by Justice Randall S. Bocock on September 3, 2024
  • The critical issues included the interim occupancy of the unit and the owner’s intention regarding the first tenancy duration
  • The court found that the appellant had a reasonable expectation that the first tenant would occupy the unit for at least one year
  • The assessment was referred back to the Minister of National Revenue for reconsideration
  • No costs were associated with the appeal.

Source: canlii.org

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