Navigating Cross-Border Taxes for Athletes and Executives

David Silber
Podcast
| 11/20/2025

Navigating Cross Border Taxes For Athletes And Executives David Silber

Tax Partner, David Silber has been featured on the Snowbirds Expat Radio podcast hosted by Gerry Scott. David and Gerry discuss the complex tax challenges faced by professional athletes and internationally recruited executives, including how residency is determined, why athletes often pay taxes in multiple jurisdictions, and the role of Retirement Compensation Arrangements (RCAs) in reducing overall tax burdens.

They also explore issues around real estate purchases, TFSA contributions, investment reporting, and Canada’s departure tax for residents returning to the United States, offering clear insights into protecting wealth when careers cross borders.

This episode can be found here, on Apple Podcasts, or on YouTube.

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David Silber
David Silber
Partner, Sports & Entertainment Tax