On December 1 and 2, 2025, MLT Aikins taxation group lawyers Saul Abrams, Rob Worthington and Aaron Haight will be speaking at the 77th Annual Tax Conference, hosted by the Canadian Tax Foundation in Calgary, Alberta.
This prestigious conference, which runs from November 30 to December 2, serves as a forum for senior tax practitioners and senior government officials to share their experience and discuss their reactions to current tax issues and challenges.
A Comparison of Canadian and U.S. Taxation of Partnerships
On December 1, Saul and Rob will be presenting on structuring of partnerships and other flow-through entities commonly used in cross-border business. Their paper, A Comparison of Canadian and U.S. Taxation of Partnerships, educates tax practitioners and industry accountants on the similarities and differences in the Canadian and U.S. tax regimes regarding partnerships and flow-through entities, how these entities can be used to optimum effect and what current and future pitfalls may arise for unwary practitioners.
First Nations Taxation
On December 2, Aaron – alongside fellow panelist Deana Morton, CPA (MNP LLP) will be presenting First Nations Taxation, a presentation with accompanying paper that discusses taxation topics that emerge from First Nations participating in commercial projects. Tax impacts from both the commercial enterprise perspective as well as the First Nations perspective will be considered. Examples and considerations for the energy industry will be included.
To purchase tickets for this event, please visit the Annual Tax Conference website for registration information.
When it comes to U.S. tax law pertaining to cross-border business expansion, private equity transactions, estate and succession planning, Saul brings depth and know-how from a unique American lens – helping clients harmonize their business objectives with tax planning considerations. He has years of experience counselling clients regarding domestic and international U.S. income and estate tax law – not only with cross border business expansion, but private equity transactions, estate and succession planning and related matters. Whether advising private equity funds, multi-national businesses, families or other clients, Saul always puts the client first. He seeks to first understand what the client is trying to accomplish before exploring the most appropriate legal options, ensuring the “tail” doesn’t “wag the dog.”
Rob is a recognized leader in the field of taxation, bringing a wealth of experience to help businesses optimize their tax positions with confidence. Working alongside a skilled team, he advises corporations and shareholders on domestic and international investments, transactions and business structures, and estate planning, helping clients balance tax efficiency with their various other objectives. His broad tax practice includes advising corporations and their shareholders on domestic and cross-border investments, transactions and business structures. He has implemented corporate reorganizations for businesses in a variety of industries and provided tax advice on financing and merger and acquisition transactions.
Aaron advises individuals, businesses and not-for-profit organizations on legal and practical matters related to business structures, corporate governance and taxation. As a small business owner, Aaron understands the struggles and triumphs that come with growing a business in an ever-changing economic climate. Aaron frequently assists clients on matters relating to income tax, goods and services tax, provincial sales tax, share and asset purchases, shareholder and joint venture agreements, and estate planning.
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