30 Facts about TaxCOOP

Founding and Mission

1. Establishment: Founded in 2015, TaxCOOP aims to promote neutral global discussions on international tax competition.
2. Mission: The organization is dedicated to addressing issues arising from tax competition and advocating for enhanced international tax cooperation.
3. Independence: TaxCOOP operates without political, partisan, or national affiliations, ensuring unbiased perspectives.

Founders

4. Brigitte Alepin: A tax specialist, professor at Université du Québec en Outaouais (UQO), and author, Alepin co-founded TaxCOOP to address global tax challenges.
5. Allison Christians: Holding the H. Heward Stikeman Chair in Tax Law at McGill University, Christians brings academic expertise to the organization.
6. Lyne Latulippe: An associate professor and principal researcher at the Research Chair in Taxation and Public Finance at the University of Sherbrooke, Latulippe contributes extensive research experience.
7. Hon. Louise Otis: An international administrative judge and president of the OECD administrative tribunal, Otis adds judicial insight to TaxCOOP’s initiatives.

Major Conferences

8. TaxCOOP2015: Held at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, this inaugural conference focused on tax breaks granted by states to attract investors.
9. TaxCOOP2016: Presented at the World Bank in Washington, D.C., this event addressed tax issues pertinent to developing countries.
10. TaxCOOP2017: Hosted at the United Nations’ Palace of Nations in Geneva, marking the first major tax conference presented at the UN.
11. TaxCOOP2018: Conducted at the OECD headquarters in Paris, in collaboration with the International Economic Forum of the Americas.
12. TaxCOOP2019: Featured at COP25 in Madrid, focusing on new tools for an environmental tax system.
13. TaxCOOP2020: A virtual World Tax Summit addressing global tax challenges in a digital format.
14. TaxCOOP2021: Broadcast live from Montreal, this event emphasized propelling a new era of tax cooperation.

Publications

15. “Winning the Tax Wars” (2017): A comprehensive book discussing tax competition and cooperation.
16. “Coordination and Cooperation: Tax Policy in the 21st Century” (2021): This publication explores contemporary tax policy challenges and solutions.
17. Article in International Tax Review (2017): “TaxCOOP: A Vision for Inclusivity in Global Tax Governance” highlights the organization’s inclusive approach.
18. Interview with Pascal Saint-Amans (2018): Discussed the state of international tax reform a decade after the financial crisis.

Collaborations with International Organizations

19. World Bank: Collaborated on conferences addressing tax challenges in developing countries.
20. United Nations: Presented major tax conferences at UN venues, fostering global discussions.
21. OECD: Engaged in events at OECD headquarters, contributing to international tax policy dialogues.
22. International Economic Forum of the Americas: Partnered to present conferences focusing on global economic and tax issues.

Recognitions and Awards

23. Global Tax 50 (2017): Recognized among the fifty most influential tax organizations and personalities worldwide by International Tax Review.
24. Innovative Conference Formats: Pioneered virtual summits, adapting to global challenges and expanding reach.

Educational Initiatives

25. Workshops and Seminars: Conducts educational sessions to inform stakeholders about international tax issues.
26. Student Engagement: Encourages student participation in conferences, fostering the next generation of tax professionals.
27. Online Resources: Provides accessible materials on global tax matters through its website.

Media and Publications

28. Documentary “Fast and Dangerous: A Race to the Bottom”: Directed by Brigitte Alepin, this short film premiered at TaxCOOP2020 and was broadcast on Ici RDI.
29. Opinion Pieces: Published articles in reputable outlets discussing topics like a war tax against COVID-19.
30. Research Studies: Conducted studies on global tax systems, presented at various international forums.

TaxCOOP’s Impact on Global Tax Policy

TaxCOOP has established itself as a vital platform for addressing tax competition and fostering international cooperation. Through its conferences, research, and collaborations with institutions like the UN and OECD, it continues to influence policy discussions on fair taxation. Its commitment to transparency, education, and sustainability ensures that tax policies evolve to meet modern economic challenges. By engaging experts and decision-makers worldwide, TaxCOOP remains at the forefront of shaping a more equitable global tax system, bridging gaps between nations and promoting responsible fiscal governance.