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November 2025 Poll

Do you believe the November 4 Federal Budget addressed the key financial issues your clients need to see from their Finance Department and the CRA?

Budget 2015: What’s in it For You

How did the Pre-Election Budget help you? We've included several scenario's in this report to help you consider whether you were a winner. 

Scenario 1: Young Couple No Children

Michael and Jessica are a young couple living in their condo in Vancouver.  How will the budget affect them?

Scenario 2: A Young Family

Matthew and Ashley live in Winnipeg. They have two children, ages 3 and 5.  They own their own home. 

Scenario 3:  Retired Couple with RRIFs

Brian and Patricia retired a few years ago.  Brian is 74 and Patricia is 72.  The couple live in Halifax, NS and have RRIF balances of $300,000 and $400,000 respectively.

Scenario 4:  Seniors Without TFSAs

Robert and Jackie are contemplating retirement.  Robert is 65, earns $55,000 from employment and also receives a $24,000 pension.

Scenario 5: Single Taxpayer – No Children

Glen is single, age 55.  He lives alone in a rental apartment in Hamilton, Ontario.  His current salary is $55,000.  His rent is $1,000/month.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you believe the November 4 Federal Budget addressed the key financial issues your clients need to see from their Finance Department and the CRA?

  • Yes
    3 votes
    18.75%
  • No
    13 votes
    81.25%