Carrie Smit

At the helm of Goodmans' Tax Group, Carrie Smit stands out for her expertise in guiding complex transactions through the labyrinth of income taxation. With a focus that sweeps across cross-border mergers to private equity investments, Carrie has shaped notable deals like Rogers Communications Inc.'s $26 billion acquisition of Shaw Communications Inc., and Onex Corporation's $5 billion purchase of WestJet Airlines Ltd., showcasing her prowess in the field.

Her contributions have not gone unnoticed, with accolades from Chambers Global, Chambers Canada, and The Legal 500 Canada, to name a few. Carrie's leadership in tax law was recognized with the Award of Excellence in Tax Law by the Ontario Bar Association in 2022, underlining her significant impact on the practice.

Carrie's role extends beyond leading transactions; she's a thought leader, shaping discussions at the CBA’s “Tax Law for Lawyers” conference, and a recipient of the Canadian Tax Foundation's Douglas J. Sherbaniuk Distinguished Writing Award. Her dedication to excellence in tax law is further evidenced by her dual honors as Toronto Tax “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers in Canada in both 2016 and 2018.

Operating from Goodmans' offices, Carrie navigates the complexities of tax law with unmatched expertise, her work contributing to the skyline of Toronto's financial district, and beyond. Whether addressing the intricacies of international mergers or guiding corporate reorganizations, Carrie Smit's advisory ensures clients' ventures not only comply with tax laws but thrive under her strategic guidance.