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New Mega Deduction a Good Start, But More Tax Reforms Are Needed

The Federal government has unveiled a Productivity Mega Deduction, which will provide immediate expensing under Capital Cost Allowance (CCA) provisions for a broad range of depreciable property, importantly on a permanent basis, for acquisitions on or after September 15, 2026.   Checkout the noteworthy exclusions are listed below. This tax reform is a good start, but much more needs to be done, especially for small business owners and average taxpayers to make Canada truly competitive across our tax base.

CRA Audit Defence: A Full Day of Advanced Training for Today’s Tax Environment

What does effective CRA audit defence look like in practice? On September 23, the CE Summit: Audit Defence Management will tackle that question across a full day of advanced professional development. The agenda moves from identifying high-risk files and emerging areas of CRA scrutiny through audit and reassessment management, documentation and defence strategies, tax technology and a true-to-life case study that puts the day’s learning into practice.

Prospecting for Growth: Finding New Clients and Building the Right Team

How do advisors grow when prospective clients are increasingly influenced by market headlines, emotional biases and financial uncertainty? At the 2026 Acuity Conference for Distinguished Advisors (DAC), April-Lynn Levitt, BCom., CFP, will explore how behavioural finance can help professionals approach prospecting differently in Prospecting: New Clients, New Team, sponsored by Gold Sponsor The Personal Coach. Register by the September 30 early-bird deadline to join us at the beautiful Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort in Victoria, BC this November!

This Month’s Poll

In your view is a comprehensive personal and corporate tax reform necessary to make Canada's economy stronger in response to trade wars?

End of Summer Tax Wisdom: Catch Up on Tax Filings

How many Canadians are behind in filing their tax returns? It turns out there are millions. According to the National Post, at the end of April 2026 there were an estimated 9 million Canadians, that’s 28%, that still had not filed their tax returns.

Insolvencies Rise as Canadians Face Growing Financial Pressures

Canadians continue to face significant financial pressure, and renewed Canada-US tariff uncertainty adds another consideration for consumers and businesses already dealing with high costs, debt and economic uncertainty.

KBR Poll: Tax and Financial Pros Split on Role of A.I. Leap

The Knowledge Bureau Report August Poll asked tax accountants and financial advisors to opine on how A.I. emerges to change the landscape in their industry; specifically, will it change how professionals create financial peace of mind in their communities?
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

In your view is a comprehensive personal and corporate tax reform necessary to make Canada's economy stronger in response to trade wars?

  • Yes
    44 votes
    100%
  • No
    0 votes
    0%