Finance/Compliance Consultant
69607 Points
Posted on 02 July 2026
A trust is not mandated to use the Section 11 exemption; it is a voluntary claim. To opt out, a trust simply chooses not to invoke these sections when filing its annual Income Tax Return. As a result, the income becomes fully taxable based on the trust's legal status. It is strongly recommended to perform a tax impact assessment with a professional before deciding to forgo this benefit.