57th Annual Conference October 20-23, 2002 * Sheraton Centre Toronto: celebrate Toronto and TEI's tradition of excellence.Dear Colleague: What city is home to more than 80 ethnically diverse communities from Asia, Africa and Europe, boasts four professional sports The examples and perspective in this article or section may not represent a worldwide view of the subject. Please [ improve this article] or discuss the issue on the talk page. teams, and is the site of the preeminent tax organization's annual conference? If you answered "Toronto," you are well on your way to enjoying one of the tax community's premiere educational experiences. The tax world has changed considerably since Tax Executives Institute's 2001 Annual Conference in Boston. From Enron to loss disallowance dis·al·low tr.v. dis·al·lowed, dis·al·low·ing, dis·al·lows 1. To refuse to allow: "[The government] to tax shelters tax shelter: see tax exemption. to inversions to a shake-up in the Canadian Department of Finance, much of what was once up is now down and what was once down (the North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. economy) is climbing its way up. The combination, plus a foreign exchange rate that offers U.S. visitors to Canada almost unreal bargains, makes your attendance at the Institute's 2002 Annual Conference especially compelling. TEI's 57th Annual Conference will convene in October in the modern city founded in 1793. The area where the Mississaugas and Senecas once roamed is now home to a bustling metropolis of almost 650,000 people. This fall, it will also be the temporary home of TEI 1. (communications) TEI - Terminal Endpoint Identifier. 2. (text, project) TEI - Text Encoding Initiative. members and their guests. Make your plans now for the three-day program, which will begin Sunday evening, October 20, at the Sheraton Centre Toronto. Explore the sights of Canada's largest city. Because TEI's technical sessions will not start until Monday morning, October 21, you may choose to spend the weekend at home. Or, taking advantage of bargain airfares, you may wish to explore the Toronto Zoo The Toronto Zoo is a zoo located in the north eastern part of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It opened in 1974 as the Metropolitan Toronto Zoo and is owned by the City of Toronto; the word 'Metropolitan' was dropped from its name when the cities of the Municipality of , visit the SkyDome or the 1,815-foot CN Tower, or enjoy Toronto's other attractions, including its vibrant theater district. Catch up on Canadian tax developments. Given the Canadian locale (programming) locale - A geopolitical place or area, especially in the context of configuring an operating system or application program with its character sets, date and time formats, currency formats etc. Locales are significant for internationalisation and localisation. , TEI has added a third track of concurrent sessions of interest to Canadian members and others whose companies have significant operations north of the 49th parallel. Among the cross-border issues covered will be investment strategies and tax-deferred reorganizations. Transfer pricing Transfer pricing refers to the pricing of goods and services within a multi-divisional organization, particularly in regard to cross-border transactions. For example, goods from the production division may be sold to the marketing division, or goods from a parent company may be and recent case developments will also command attention, as will an update on GST GST abbr. Greenwich sidereal time GST (in Australia, New Zealand, and Canada) Goods and Services Tax cross-border and customs issues. In addition, there will be a joint session on commodity and state and local tax issues, and another on treaty and competent authority issues featuring TEI members, U.S. and Canadian practitioners, and both the U.S. and Canadian competent authorities. If your company is located or does business in Canada--or is contemplating doing business there--this conference is for you. Learn the latest information on tax shelters and GAAR GAAR General Anti-Avoidance Rule GAAR Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve (US National Park Service) . There remains a great deal of uncertainty over whether--or when--tax shelter legislation will be enacted in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. . Even in the absence of congressional actions, taxpayers must cope with new regulations, administrative procedures, and IRS An abbreviation for the Internal Revenue Service, a federal agency charged with the responsibility of administering and enforcing internal revenue laws. enforcement activities. In Canada, taxpayers (and the courts) continue to grapple with to enter into contest with, resolutely and courageously. See also: Grapple the statutory general anti-avoidance rule. For this reason, we have reserved a session on Tuesday morning to provide up-to-the-minute information about the hottest topic north and south of the border. Other highlights of this year's conference include: Keynote speakers. We are delighted that Pamela Olson, Acting Assistant Secretary of the Treasury, and IRS Commissioner Charles Rossotti will deliver keynote speeches keynote speech n. See keynote address. Noun 1. keynote speech - a speech setting forth the keynote keynote address keynote - the principal theme in a speech or literary work . Our third keynoter key·not·er n. One who gives a keynote address. will likely be a senior Canadian tax official. IRS Administrative Affairs. The three "e"s of record retention--Enron, e-mail, and examinations--will be the subject of a panel discussion of members and practitioners. Another session will focus on an array of hot topics, including penalties, LMSB LMSB Large and Mid-Size Business post-filing initiatives, and Circular 230. A high point of the conference will be a panel of former IRS Commissioners--Don Alexander, Larry Gibbs, and Fred Goldberg--who will discuss the successes and failures of the IRS modernization. Federal. Conference registrants will have a wealth of federal tax sessions to attend, with a discussion of the loss disallowance rules being at the top of the list, along with high-powered sessions on Subchapter C and due diligence Research; analysis; your homework. This term has caught on in all industries, because it sounds so "wired." Who would want to do analysis or research when they can do due diligence. See wired. reviews. A session on benefits will focus on deferred compensation, stock options, and life insurance (among other things). Finally, a session on tax accounting developments will cover not only the latest accounting method revenue procedures Revenue procedures are published statements of the Internal Revenue Service practices and procedures. Revenue procedures are published in the Internal Revenue Bulletin. , but recent cases and tax accounting issues "ripped from the headlines." International. Our international sessions will also be top drawer top drawer Noun Old-fashioned, informal people of the highest social standing , with presentations on recent developments, inversions, and EU tax matters, as well as a session provocatively titled Ten Easy Ways to Lose 20 Percent of Your Gross Revenues. State and Local. Our state and local sessions are still being developed, but preliminary plans call for an update session with knowledgeable and high-energy practitioners, a panel discussion (featuring several TEI members) on state income tax modifications, and the latest on E-commerce, SSTP SSTP Streamlined Sales Tax Project (multi-state project to collect sales taxes on Internet purchases) SSTP Secure Socket Tunneling Protocol (Microsoft) SSTP Shared Spanning-Tree Protocol , and other developments. In addition, our Advanced Technology Committee will host a session on the Top Ten Ways to Automate Your Tax Department, and TEI's Corporate Tax Management Committee will focus on corporate life after Enron: tax reserves, aggressive return positions, and use of separate firms for planning and auditing. Further information about our technical sessions--including the names and affiliations of all our speakers--is available at www.tei.org. Networking Opportunities. What makes TEI unique is not only its commitment to excellence in its technical sessions, but also its commitment to affording members and guests with unparalleled networking opportunities. This year's conference will continue that tradition, not only at our Monday afternoon industry sessions but also at the Sunday welcome reception, our Tuesday night dinner, and the receptions that several conference sponsors are expected to host. On Tuesday evening, the Institute will honor several former members and then "roll up the rug" to allow everyone to enjoy the music of one of Toronto's best dance bands. Dress on Tuesday night will be black tie optional, and the evening will conclude with a very special dessert reception. Celebrate Toronto ... and Win. Given the foreign exchange rate, TEI's 57th Annual Conference will be an extraordinary value for our U.S. members. For our Canadian members, there is exceptional content and a convenient locale (all without the surcharge of having to pay your hotel bill in U.S. dollars). To encourage attendance, the Institute has held the line on registration fees, and will provide all registrants with a CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). containing the handouts. Finally, a discount is available to all members and nonmembers who register before September 30, and everyone who registers by August 30 will be entered in a drawing to receive a round-trip, coach United Airlines/Air Canada ticket to a domestic location; two winners will be selected, each with a maximum value of $1,000. Register now. To register, please complete the registration form and mail it with your check to TEI, P.O. Box 96129, Washington, D.C. 20090-6129. Alternatively, you can fax your registration to 202.638.5607 or register via the Internet at www.tei.org. Your hotel reservations may be made by contacting the Sheraton Centre Toronto at 416.362.1000. The cutoff date for hotel registrations is September 18. We look forward to seeing you in Toronto. 57th Annual Conference General Information Eligibility to Attend Registration is limited to members of TEI, their business guests who are employees of any member's organization, and other tax executives who meet TEI membership qualifications and are sponsored by a TEI member. (Individuals engaged in private law, accounting, or other consulting practice are ineligible to attend.) TEI has reduced the registration fee by $200 (U.S.) for members who are attending their first TEI conference (Annual or Midyear). Individuals who have applied for membership are eligible for the first-timer discount. TEI is also offering an "early-bird" discount to members and nonmembers who register by September 30th. Registration Fees (U.S. dollars) TEI Member by 9/30 $700 TEI Member after 9/30 $750 First-Timer (Members Only) by 9/30 $500 First-Timer (Members Only) after 9/30 $550 Associate Member $350 Nonmember by 9/30 $800 Nonmember after 9/30 $850 Spouse $300 Registration Procedure Check or credit card authorization must accompany the registration form. Please send the completed registration form to TEI with your registration fee. Checks should be made payable to Tax Executives Institute, Inc. All payments must be in U.S. dollars. A registration form will not be processed unless accompanied by a payment, and no registrations will be accepted over the phone. Use of the U.S. Postal Service's Express Mail is acceptable; other overnight mail services (such as Federal Express) may not deliver to TEI's P.O. Box. Because of TEI's lock-box procedures, registration forms should not be sent to TEI's street address. WEB: Go to www.tei.org. Click on "TEI Meetings." By mail: Send registration form with check or credit card information. Mailing address for registrations: TEI, P.O. Box 96129, Washington, DC, 20090-6129. By fax: 202.638.5607. Credit card registrants only. VISA, MasterCard, American Express American Express (NYSE: AXP), sometimes known as "AmEx" or "Amex", is a diversified global financial services company, headquartered in New York City. The company is best known for its credit card, charge card and traveler's cheque businesses. & Discover only. To ensure confidentiality, please fax between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET. Fee covers the reception on Sunday, October 20; continental breakfast and luncheon on Monday, October 21; continental breakfast, luncheon, reception, banquet, and dessert buffet on Tuesday, October 22; continental breakfast and luncheon on Wednesday, October 23; refreshment breaks; and all conference materials. The fee for spouses covers the Sunday reception; Tuesday reception, banquet, and dessert buffet; Wednesday luncheon; and the activities listed in the spouse program. No partial spouse registration is possible, but individual meal tickets may be purchased on-site for spouses not wishing to register for the spouse program. After your registration has been processed, you will receive a receipt via email. Airline Ticket Drawing All members and nonmembers whose registrations are received by August 30 will be entered in a drawing to receive a round-trip United Airlines/Air Canada ticket to a domestic location; two winners will be selected, each with a maximum value $1,000 (U.S.). Register now to be eligible. Cancellation Policy Refunds will be made for cancellations received in writing on or before October 14, and will be subject to an administrative service charge of $50 (U.S.). No refunds made for cancellations received after that date or for no-shows. Refund of credit card registrations less the administrative charge will be made to credit card account. In the event of cancellation of the conference, TEI's liability is limited to the return of the registration fee. Members unable to attend may purchase the conference materials for $250 (U.S.). Conference Participation You must register for the entire conference to attend any educational session or take part in any conference activity, including keynote addresses. Admission to luncheons, receptions, and the banquet will be by ticket only. Conference name badges will be required for admission to all educational sessions. No partial or split registration will be permitted. Attire at the Conference Business or business casual attire may be worn during the day and on Sunday evening. On Tuesday evening, dress is black tie optional and coctail dresses. Formal wear rental available through Silka, located at the Sheraton Centre. Call 416.364.1791, and be sure to mention your attendance at the TEI conference. Meal Tickets Registrants may purchase tickets for guests to luncheons, receptions, and the banquet at the TEI Registration Desk during the conference. Smoking Policy Smoking is not permitted at any conference event. Media & Messages Registrants are advised that sessions involving government officials will be open to the media. Telephone calls, messages, and conference announcements will be posted on the message board at the TEI Registration Desk. Recording Machines & Cellular Phones The use of tape and other recording devices is not permitted in any meeting rooms, except by accredited accredited recognition by an appropriate authority that the performance of a particular institution has satisfied a prestated set of criteria. accredited herds cattle herds which have achieved a low level of reactors to, e.g. members of the media. To avoid disturbing others, please switch off cellular phones and pagers upon entering the meeting room. Hotel Reservations TEI's 57th Annual Conference will be held at the Sheraton Centre Toronto. The hotel offers a full array of services expected by the business traveler. A block of rooms is being held for conference registrants. Registrants are responsible for making their own hotel reservations, and may do so by telephoning the Sheraton Centre Toronto at 416.361.1000 during normal business hours BUSINESS HOURS. The time of the day during which business is transacted. In respect to the time of presentment and demand of bills and notes, business hours generally range through the whole day down to the hours of rest in the evening, except when the paper is payable it a bank or by a and identifying yourself as a member of the Tax Executives Institute group. The room rates are $229 (Canadian)/single or double and $289 (Canadian)/club level. All rates are subject to prevailing taxes. The TEI block of rooms will be released for sale to the public on Wednesday, September 18, 2002. Requests for accommodations after that date, or sooner if the block sells out, cannot be ensured. Registrants are urged to make their reservations early. The Sheraton Centre Toronto's address is: 123 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON M5H 2M9. 57th Annual Conference Spouse Program Canadian Art, Countryside, "Royal Doulton The Royal Doulton Company is one of the world-renowned English companies producing tableware and collectables, with a history dating back to 1815. Operating originally in London, its reputation grew in the area known as The Potteries, where it was a relative latecomer compared to Story" ... and Shoes Highlight Spouse Program TEI spouses will be able to participate in an assortment of activities, including a visit to the famed McMichael Canadian Art Collection The McMichael Canadian Art Collection is an art gallery in Kleinburg, Ontario, northwest of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It houses an extensive collection of paintings by Tom Thomson, the Group of Seven and their contemporaries, and First Nations and Inuit artists. , a glimpse into the history and production of Royal Doulton figurines A list of Royal Doulton Figurines. There are no comprehensive lists on the web. This is an attempt to create one. Figurines are listed ordered by HN number, descending. , and a visit to a most unusual museum--one devoted to shoes. The fee for spouses is $300 (U.S.) and covers the activities listed below, plus a conference memento me·men·to n. pl. me·men·tos or me·men·toes A reminder of the past; a keepsake. [Middle English, commemoration of the living or the dead in the Canon of the Mass, from Latin . No partial spouse registration is permitted, although conference registrants may purchase individual reception, banquet, and luncheon tickets for spouses. Times are subject to change, so please check the final program upon arrival at the conference. Casual clothing is appropriate for all activities except the Tuesday evening reception and banquet, which is black tie optional or cocktail dress. Sunday, October 20 10:00 a.m.-Noon Spouse Brunch Spouses are cordially invited to a brunch, where there will be an opportunity to meet old friends and new in a relaxed atmosphere. Noon-5:00 p.m. Spouse Hospitality Join spouses of the Toronto Chapter members for refreshments and information about Toronto's many attractions. You may pick up your conference memento at this time. 6:30-7:45 p.m. Welcome Reception Monday, October 21 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A Day in the Country Begin your journey with a scenic tour of Toronto's many neighborhoods en route to the Old Mill Restaurant in the Humber River There are several rivers in the world called the Humber River:
Following lunch, we'll proceed to the McMichael Canadian Art Collection. Nestled in the serene woodland of the charming village of Kleinburg, the McMichael Gallery is devoted to Canadian art. The gallery complex contains thirty gallery rooms constructed from hand-hewn timber's and native stone. A guided tour guided tour guide n → visite guidée; what time does the guided tour start? → la visite guidée commence à quelle heure? will provide rare insight into the vibrant landscapes and other work of the Group of Seven and their contemporaries. There is also a superb collection of Inuit, Woodland, and West Coast Indian works. And the Gallery Store features history and art books, hand-made pottery and glass, prints, leather crafts, carvings, and jewelry jewelry, personal adornments worn for ornament or utility, to show rank or wealth, or to follow superstitious custom or fashion. The most universal forms of jewelry are the necklace, bracelet, ring, pin, and earring. . Tuesday, October 22 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Ceramics, Shoes, and Shopping The paradox of artistic skill is that the simpler a work of art appears, the harder it is to create. For proof, consider the flowing, graceful shapes of Royal Doulton's simple but awe-inspiring collection. On our tour, we will hear the Royal Doulton story, learning the history of the company, the secrets behind the artists' designs, and the production of their world-renowned figurines and tableware. There will be time for questions. As a memento of the program, an elegant Royal Doulton figurine will be awarded as a door prize. Next, you will have a choice of visiting the George R. Gardiner Museum The Gardiner Museum is a ceramic art museum in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 1984 by George and Helen Gardiner, the museum has been described as a "jewel box of ceramic treasures" [1]. of Ceramic Arts or the Bata Shoe Museum The Bata Shoe Museum, in Toronto, Canada, is a place dedicated to the history of footwear. It was established in 1995 by the Bata family under the Bata Shoe Museum Foundation. . The Gardiner Museum offers an unparalleled collection of historical and contemporary ceramics. It includes pre-Columbian pottery; Italian Majolica majolica (məjŏl`ĭkə, məyŏl`–) or maiolica (məyŏl`ĭkə) [from Majorca], type of faience usually associated with wares produced in Spain, Italy, and Mexico. earthenware earthenware, form of pottery fired at relatively low temperatures, so that the clay does not vitrify (become glassy), as do stoneware and porcelain clays. Occasionally, earthenware is used as a general term for all kinds of pottery. from the 15th and 16th centuries, English delftware English delftware is tin-glazed pottery made in the British Isles between about 1550 and the late 1700s. The main centres of production were London, Bristol and Liverpool with smaller centres at Wincanton, Glasgow and Dublin. , and a large variety of rare porcelain pieces. The Bata Shoe Museum holds more than 1,000 artifacts artifacts see specimen artifacts. from the personal collection of Sonja Bata. This unique collection spans 4,500 years and the entire world ... and beyond. It is a stunning history of the shoe--from a 3 million-year-old footprint to moon boots, chestnut crushers, and Elvis Presley's shoes. In the European Gallery, visitors will look at the world of the Victorian woman. 19th-century dresses from Montreal's McCord Museum The McCord Museum (in French, Musée McCord) is a public research and teaching museum dedicated to the preservation, study, diffusion, and appreciation of Canadian history. are paired with shoes from Bata's collection, and even a pair of Queen Victoria's slippers are included. Through artifacts, videos, and hands-on materials, you will be at once educated and entertained. Finally, you will visit the boutiques and specialty shops in the exclusive Bloor/Yorkville area before returning to the hotel. Following lunch on your own, buses will return to the Sheraton, or you may stay longer and return by cab or subway. 6:30-10:30 p.m. Reception and Banquet Enjoy dinner and dancing to one of Toronto's most popular bands. A special feature this evening will be a sumptuous dessert buffet. Attire for the evening is black tie optional and cocktail dresses. Wednesday, October 23 Noon-1:00 p.m. Members and Spouses Luncheon The 18th Annual High Technology Tax Insitute November 11-12, 2002 New Location!!! Crowne Plaza This article or section needs sources or references that appear in reliable, third-party publications. Alone, primary sources and sources affiliated with the subject of this article are not sufficient for an accurate encyclopedia article. Cabana 4290 El Camino Real El Camino Real (Spanish for The Royal Road or The King's Highway) was the name of a series of pre-automobile highways linking the various New World colonies of Spain:
Palo Alto (păl`ō ăl`tō), city (1990 pop. 55,900), Santa Clara co., W Calif.; inc. 1894. Although primarily residential, Palo Alto has aerospace, electronics, and advanced research industries. , CA Since 1984, the Tax Executives Institute and San Jose San Jose, city, United States San Jose (sănəzā`, săn hōzā`), city (1990 pop. 782,248), seat of Santa Clara co., W central Calif.; founded 1777, inc. 1850. State University have sponsored the High Technology Tax Institute in Silicon Valley. The Institute's focus on relevant tax issues for computer companies, as well as pharmaceutical, biotech, communications, and aerospace industries makes it an invaluable, educational tax experience for accountants, attorneys, and corporate representatives who service high technology companies. This year's Institute will primarily focus on software and international issues. Each Institute session is designed to foster the sharing of tax planning Tax planning Devising strategies throughout the year in order to minimize tax liability, for example, by choosing a tax filing status that is most beneficial to the taxpayer. ideas and problem solving problem solving Process involved in finding a solution to a problem. Many animals routinely solve problems of locomotion, food finding, and shelter through trial and error. strategies at a level consistent with TEI's and San Jose State University's high standards for professional tax education. Lectures are presented by nationally recognized practitioners and Treasury representatives who have practical experience of implementation. Sixteen hours of Continuing Professional Education credit (CPE (Customer Premises Equipment) Communications equipment that resides on the customer's premises. CPE - Customer Premises Equipment or CLE Cle total elimination clearance. ) are available for certified public accountants Certified Public Accountant (CPA) An accountant who has met certain standards, including experience, age, and licensing, and passed exams in a particular state. and attorneys who specialize in the field of taxation. This year's Institute highlights the following topics: * International High Technology Tax Current Developments * Technology Companies in Troubled Times: Section 382, Downsizing (1) Converting mainframe and mini-based systems to client/server LANs. (2) To reduce equipment and associated costs by switching to a less-expensive system. (jargon) downsizing , Restructuring * State and Local High Tech Tax Current Developments * Son of FSC-High Technology Companies ETI (Embed The Internet) An earlier consortium that was devoted to putting Web servers into microcontrollers used in embedded systems. Using a Web server enables access to the device via any Web browser. See Web server and microcontroller. Implementation Issues In the Business world, companies frequently set-up a connection between which they transfer data. When the connection is being set-up, it is referred to as implementation. When issues occur during this phase, they are known as implementation issues. * High Tech Current and Basic Accounting & Tax Issues: Software, 101, R&D Regulations, Documentation * Technology Companies Transfer Tax Issues-VAT, Customs International High Tech Hot Spots hot spots acute moist dermatitis. * International E-Commerce: OECD OECD: see Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. and U.S. Perspectives * Rewarding Employees and Shareholders: Tax and Accounting Issues-AMT, ESPP See Employee Stock Purchase Plan. , 1202, Cancel and Issue * High Tech Current and Basic Consolidated Developments--ELA, Restructuring, Deferred Intercompany Gains
57th Annual Conference
October 20-23, 2002 * Toronto, Ontario
Preliminary Program
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20th
6:30 P.M. -- 7:45 P.M.
WELCOME RECEPTION
MONDAY, OCTOBER 21st
8:00 a.m. -- 9:00 a.m.
KEYNOTE
9:00 a.m. -- 9:15 a.m.
BREAK
Concurrent
9:15 a.m. -- 10:45 a.m.
CANADIAN INCOME TAX FEDERAL TAX STATE & LOCAL TAX
Cross-Border Invest- Loss Disallowance Recent State Tax
ment Strategies in Developments: What Developments
light of Recent Pro- Losses Are Now
nouncements, Cases, Deductible?
and Treaty Develop-
ments
Update on Interest
Deductibility
10:45 a.m. -- 11:00 a.m.
BREAK
Concurrent
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
CANADIAN INCOME TAX IRS ADMINISTRATIVE ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
AFFAIRS
Tax-Deferred Reorgani- Hot Topics: Penal- Top Ten Ways to
zations in Canada and ties, Post-Filing Automate Your Tax
the United States and Initiative, and Dea- Department
Their Effect on Cross- ling with Circular
Border Reorganizations 230
12:30 p.m. -- 2:00 p.m.
LUNCH & KEYNOTE
2:00 p.m. -- 5:00 p.m.
INDUSTRY SESSIONS
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22nd
8:00 a.m. -- 9:00 a,m.
TAX SHELTER/GAAR DEVE-
LOPMENTS
9:00 a.m. -- 9:15 a.m.
BREAK
Concurrent
9:15 a.m. -- 10:45 a.m.
JOINT CANADIAN COMMO- CORPORATE TAX IRS ADMINISTRATIVE
DITY TAX/STATE & LOCAL MANAGEMENT AFFAIRS
TAX
Provincial Taxes and Getting On with Life Successes and
Sales/Use Taxes Simila- after Enron: Effect Failures of the IRS
rities, Planning and on Corporate Tax Reorganization
Audit Issues for the Function (including
Multinational Corpo- Tax Reserves, Aggre-
ration ssive Return Posi-
tions, Use of Sepa-
rate Firms, and Res-
trictions)
10:45 a.m. -- 11:00 a.m.
BREAK
Concurrent
11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
CANADIAN COMMODITY TAX INTERNATIONAL TAX STATE & LOCAL TAX
GST: Update on Cross- International Tax State Income Tax
Border and Customs Developments Modifications
Issues
12:30 p.m. -- 2:00 p.m.
LUNCH & KEYNOTE
Concurrent
2:00 p.m. -- 3:30 p.m.
CANADIAN INCOME TAX FEDERAL TAX IRS ADMINISTRATIVE
AFFAIRS
Transfer Pricing Panel: Stock Options, Life The Three "E"s of
Practical Issues and Insurance, Golden Record Retention:
Solutions Parachutes, Deferred Enron, E-mail, and
Compensation and Examinations
Fringe Benefit Deve-
lopments: The "Enron
Effect" on Tax Legis-
lation & Regulation
3:30 p.m. -- 3:45 p.m.
BREAK
Concurrent
3:45 p.m. -- 5:00 p.m.
CANADIAN INCOME TAX FEDERAL TAX INTERNATIONAL TAX
Case Law Review: Major Making an Acquisi- Update on EU Tax
Trends in Canadian tion: Due Diligence Matters: Company Tax
Judicial Thinking and Other Issues Harmonization,
Recent Cases from
the European Court
of Justice, and Code
of Conduct
6:30 p.m. -- 10:30 p.m.
RECEPTION AND BANQUET
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23rd
Concurrent
8:30 a.m. -- 10:15 a.m.
FEDERAL TAX INTERNATIONAL TAX
Tax Accounting Ten Easy Ways to Lose 20 Percent of Your
Developments Gross Revenues: Indirect Taxes
Corporate Inversions: Here Today, Gone
Tomorrow
10:15 a.m. -- 10:30 a.m.
BREAK
Concurrent
10:30 a.m. -- Noon
JOINT IRS ADMINISTRATIVE FEDERAL TAX
AFFAIRS/CANADIAN INCOME
TAX
Treaty and Competent Subchapter C Update
Authority Issues in the
United States and
Canada, including
Emerging Trends
Noon -- 1:00 p.m.
MEMBERS AND SPOUSES
LUNCHEON
Highlights:
Keynote speakers - Acting Assistant Secretary of the Treasury Pamela
Olson and IRS Commissioner Charles Rossotti
Panel of former IRS Commissioners: Don Alexander, Larry Gibbs, and Fred
Goldberg
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