If you work for six consecutive months outside Canada and retain your Canadian residency status, you may be eligible to claim the Overseas Employment Tax Credit. You can apply this credit against up to $100,000 of your overseas income. To gain the maximum benefit, ensure that your term of employment is structured properly. For example, if you were planning on working for two consecutive three-month periods, negotiate for one six-month term instead.
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