HOW NOT TO DO TAXES IN CANADA: Kevin J. Johnston Exposes Tax Mechanic | Tax & Money Show

Tom Broderick
Jun 20
2 min read

Updated: Jun 22

If your tax service proudly claims they’re CRA compliant… that’s not a flex—it’s a warning.

In this Episode of The Tax and Money Show, Kevin J. Johnston takes aim at “Tax Mechanic,” a firm whose loyalty to the CRA is costing Canadians thousands. After personally investigating the company, speaking with its non-English-speaking reps, and onboarding more than a dozen of their former clients, Kevin is here to expose how blind CRA compliance can destroy your finances.

Watch this episode to learn what most accountants won’t tell you about CRA cooperation—and how it leads to audits, penalties, and financial paralysis.

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What Kevin Discovered About “Tax Mechanic”

Took six weeks to respond to a call
Redirected by a “social media guru” who didn’t speak English
Eventually reached someone who proudly declared:
“Yes, we fully cooperate with the CRA.”

Translation? They hand over your financial records at the first knock.

Unlike these firms, Kevin's mission is to protect Canadians from CRA overreach—not assist it.

Why CRA-Compliant Doesn’t Mean Client-Protective

In the tax world, “CRA compliant” often means:

Immediate cooperation with auditor demands
Zero client representation during disputes
Conservative filings that overpay to avoid red flags
No use of deductions, write-offs, or restructuring to minimize liability

💡 According to the Taxpayer Bill of Rights in Canada, you have the right to object, appeal, and protect your financial privacy—yet most firms don’t educate clients about these options.