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The document outlines the process for private corporations in Canada to elect for a capital dividend under subsection 83(2) of the Income Tax Act. It details the necessary forms, deadlines, potential penalties for late filing, and tax implications related to capital dividends. The document also includes sections for required information, shareholder details, and additional requirements regarding life insurance proceeds.

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Can you cancel a capital dividend election?

You cannot change the amount of a capital dividend once the election has been filed. If you find that an excessive amount has been paid, it is possible to file another election to treat the excess portion as a taxable dividend, rather than a capital dividend.

What is the penalty for filing the capital dividend election late?

1.22 The estimated late filing penalty is calculated as follows: the lesser of $41.67 or 1/12 of 1% of the amount of the dividend.

What is the penalty for capital dividends?

A capital dividend can only be declared if the CDA balance is positive. A company that pays dividends to shareholders in an amount that is more than what is available in the CDA will be subject to a steep tax penalty of 60% of the excess dividend.

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How do you record capital dividends received?

Every year, when a company makes some form of capital gain or loss, it reflects in the Capital Dividend Account. As CDA is a special account, the corporation does not record the capital dividend in taxable financial statements but in the notes to financial statements for information purposes.

How do you record a capital dividend payment?

To report a capital dividend, follow these steps: Complete the Schedule 89 of the T2 Corporate Income Tax Return, which records the calculation of the CDA balance. File Form T2054, the Election for a Capital Dividend under subsection 83(2), with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) on or before the dividend payment date.

How is return of capital dividend taxed?

When the principal is returned to an investor, that is the return of capital. Since it does not include gains (or losses), it is not considered taxableit is similar to getting your original money back.

How do I check my capital dividend account?

The balance of the capital dividend account cannot be found in a companys financial statements. Typically, this balance can be seen on Schedule 89 of your corporate income tax return.

How do I report capital dividends to CRA?

To pay a capital dividend, a corporation must file a special election (Form T2054) with the Canada Revenue Agency under Income Tax Act, R.S.C. 1985, c. 1 (5th Supp.), section 83, on or before the earlier of the date the dividend becomes payable and the first day on which any part of the dividend is paid.

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