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Knowledge Bureau Poll: Tax Cut Doesn’t Cut It!

The Notice of Ways and Means Motion was released on May 27, but the 1% tax rate cut going into effect on July 1, didn’t cut it with Knowledge Bureau Report readers who responded to our May Poll.  A decisive 90% of respondents said “No” when asked: does the new government’s promise to cut the lowest personal income tax rate by 1% to 14%, (14.5% in 2025) go far enough to help Canadians impacted by high costs?  Here were their comments and suggested alternatives based on real life experiences with the after-tax income their struggling clients are left with:

2015 Alberta Budget Increases Taxes for Most Taxpayers

The 2015 Alberta budget was presented on March 26, 2015. 

Tax Hikes in Alberta Affects Cottage Owners and Insurers

There are three certainties in life:  death, taxes and change.  That’s why taxpayers and their advisors must take note when provinces like Alberta raise their taxes for the first time since 1987. 

Quebec Budget Lowers Corporate Taxes

The Quebec provincial budget was presented on March 26, 2015. 

Difficult Client Conversations? Manage Your Body Language

Many people under estimate the power of body language and communication, especially when it comes to communicating with their clients. In this book except, Catherine Bell gives you some tips in communication management.

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You are invited.... To make a difference in continuing professional development in the financial services in Canada at DAC 2015 - Multi Generation Planning: Growing New Wealth and Relationships in a Digital World.

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Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Are your clients owed money by CRA? As of March 31, 2025, the CRA holds about 10.2 million uncashed cheques totalling $1.7 billion. In your view, why is this happening?

  • Yes
    4 votes
    40%
  • No
    6 votes
    60%