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Q: I am a partner of a partnership. I purchased ‘key-man’ insurance policies on the life of the partners, with the partnership as the beneficiary. Can I claim a business tax deduction on the insurance premiums paid?
A: No. The premium paid on a ‘key-man’ insurance policy on the life of the partner in a partnership is not allowable, as the insurance is purchased for the advantage of the partner in their capacity as an owner of the business.
Wishing you plentiful tax savings!
Zen Chow
YYC Tax Guru