Remission Order for Frank Granata

Summary#

The Frank Granata Remission Order: SI/2022-55 cancels (forgives) certain income taxes, late-filing penalties and related interest that were paid or payable by Frank Granata. The order was registered November 9, 2022 (P.C. October 20, 2022) under the authority of the Financial Administration Act.

What it does#

• Cancels (remits) tax amounts for the following taxation years:
  • 2003: $1,004.53
  • 2004: $340.60
  • 2006: $14,449.97
  • 2007: $40,476.96
  • 2008: $1,052.14
• Cancels (remits) late-filing penalties for:
  • 2006: $2,456.49
  • 2007: $7,217.94
• Cancels all relevant interest that had been charged on those taxes and penalties.
• The government says these extra amounts arose from circumstances beyond Mr. Granata’s control and that collecting them would be unjust and cause a significant financial setback for him.

Who's affected#

• Frank Granata is the direct and sole beneficiary named in this order.
• This is an individual remission decision; it does not change tax rules for other taxpayers.

Why it matters#

• In practice, Frank Granata will no longer owe the listed taxes, penalties, and interest for those years. That reduces his personal tax debt and prevents the stated financial hardship.
• The order is an example of the government using its power under the Financial Administration Act to cancel tax amounts when collection is judged to be unfair.