Episode 56 – Cowards and Crooks: Why Canadian Accountants Refuse to Stand Up to the CRA

Tom Broderick
Jun 30
2 min read

Kevin J. Johnston Calls Out a Broken System

In Episode 56 of The Tax and Money Show, Kevin J. Johnston, Canada’s most fearless income and corporate tax expert, tears into the accounting industry—and he doesn’t hold back.

According to Kevin, most accountants in Canada have become silent enablers of the CRA’s questionable practices. Rather than defending their clients, these professionals often fold under pressure, failing to challenge unjust claims and abandoning taxpayers to face audits, penalties, and intimidation alone.

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CRA Policy vs. Canadian Criminal Law

A Dangerous DisconnectKevin breaks down how CRA enforcement tactics frequently violate legal principles Canadians should be able to rely on—like due process, presumption of innocence, and proportional penalties.

He raises red flags about:

CRA agents using intimidation over information
Penalties issued without proof of wrongdoing
Unjustified audits targeting entrepreneurs and small business owners

These aren't just bureaucratic errors—they're systemic violations that need to be challenged.

Are Accountants Part of the Problem?

In Kevin’s words, “The CRA knows most accountants are cowards.” Instead of protecting clients from government overreach, many tax professionals choose convenience over courage, quietly complying with CRA directives regardless of legality or ethics.

Kevin challenges Canadian taxpayers to rethink their relationships with their tax professionals. If your accountant won’t fight for you, are they really on your side?