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Locke · 02-06-2017, 05:36 PM

Not in Canada as you cant deduct an expense against non-taxable income.

But, if you are registered as a Gambler in the USA (as a business) and the fees were for an American-held Tournament then theoretically yes, your entry fees would be deductible against your taxable winnings.

02-06-2017, 05:36 PM	#4
Locke Franchise Player Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Income Tax Central Exp:	Not in Canada as you cant deduct an expense against non-taxable income. But, if you are registered as a Gambler in the USA (as a business) and the fees were for an American-held Tournament then theoretically yes, your entry fees would be deductible against your taxable winnings. __________________ The Beatings Shall Continue Until Morale Improves! This Post Has Been Distilled for the Eradication of Seemingly Incurable Sadness. The World Ends when you're dead. Until then, you've got more punishment in store. - Flames Fans If you thought this season would have a happy ending, you haven't been paying attention.