French-Canadian Tax Lawyer

Getting Started between France and Canada

France and Canada have privileged economic relations that encourage investment, the creation of subsidiaries and the mobility of entrepreneurs and executives. Whether it's developing an activity across the Atlantic, investing in a Canadian company, or settling in Canada on a sustainable basis, each project has tax implications that must be anticipated.

The application of the Franco-Canadian tax convention makes it possible to organize the distribution of the right to impose between the two states. However, the diversity of federal and provincial rules as well as the specificities of each situation make a prior legal analysis essential.

Secure an establishment in Canada

Choose the most suitable structure

The development of an activity in Canada requires determining the most relevant legal form in relation to the objectives pursued. A subsidiary, branch, joint venture or equity ownership has different tax consequences in both France and Canada.

An appropriate structure ensures that investments are secure and that relations between the group's companies are effectively organised.

Framework cross-border operations

Flows of dividends, royalties, interest or services between French and Canadian companies must be organised in accordance with applicable tax rules and treaty provisions.

Particular attention should also be paid to transfer pricing and reporting obligations in order to prevent any risk of recovery.

Managing international mobility

The plans to settle in Canada, return to France or pursue an activity in both countries raise questions about tax residence, income taxation and the application of the tax treaty.

A personalized study anticipates the tax implications of a change of residence and secures the taxpayer's situation with respect to French and Canadian governments.

Valorizing and transmitting an international heritage

Holding assets in Canada or France requires a comprehensive approach that integrates the rules applicable in each of the two states. Real estate investments, equity interests in corporations or financial investments can generate specific tax obligations.

Our firm also assists its clients in the preparation of donations, successions and transmission operations to ensure the sustainable management of their international heritage.

A Comprehensive Approach to Franco-Canadian Taxation

Our firm works with individuals, entrepreneurs, investors and international groups facing Franco-Canadian tax issues.

We support our clients in their implementation projects, external growth operations, investments and international mobility issues. Our objective is to secure every transaction by reconciling the requirements of French and Canadian legislation with the provisions of the applicable tax convention.