Global Citizenship & Equity Assignment: (Due at the end of module 10)

The GC & E assignment is worth 10% of your overall grade in this course. This assignment is to be completed using a Word document.

Directions:

This assignment is to be completed in groups of 3 4 students and will focus on a desirable qualitative concept of Tax Systems is one of Equity and Fairness (Refer to Chapter 1 in the textbook).

Using the principles of Global Citizenship & Equity:

• Learning Outcome No. 5: Identify and challenge unjust practices in local and global systems; and
• Learning Outcome No. 6: Support personal and social responsibility initiatives at the local, national and global level.

1. Each student is required to read ALL of the articles below:

1. CRA cracking down on abuse of principal residence exemptions, but their assessments aren't written in stone [Click here to access Article 1]
2. CRA extends work-from-home reimbursement to cover office equipment, not just computers [Click here to access Article 2]
3. Have foreign property? The CRA issues harsh penalties if you don't file this form [Click here to access Article 3]

2. Briefly discuss whether CRAs approach to these various tax situations has been fair and equitable. In your discussion, state

your position and support it. You may refer to other sources to support your argument. With your group member(s), you may

state similar or differing views as long as you are writing a concise conclusion to your discussion.

It should be at a minimum about 1.5 pages (typed) and single spaced.

Guidelines:

• The introduction paragraph should outline what your group will be examining
• Discuss and support your stance on each article. You have the option of having each group member give their opinion on each article, OR you can as a group, state and support your stance.
• Conclusion paragraph should be done as a group with an amicable perspective.

Click [here] to access the directions for this assignment in Word.

*Remember to keep your GCE assignments in your on-going GCE portfolio for future professional use*