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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. Check out 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.

Odds Are Good For Starting Your Own Business

Thinking of making a big change in your career path?  Maybe it’s time to take control and be your own boss? 

Self-Employment:  The New Retirement Trend?

Does anyone really need to retire anymore? 

Manitoba Tables Deficit Budget

The 2015 Manitoba provincial budget was delivered on April 30, 2015. 

Newfoundland Joins the “Tax the Rich” Movement

The 2015 Newfoundland and Labrador provincial budget was presented on April 30, 2015. 

Readiness Planning for Physician Assisted Suicide

Since the last time the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) visited the issue in Rodriguez (1993), doctor-assisted suicide has been legalized in eight other countries around the world.  

Lucrative Tax Claims: Medical Travel and Home Modification Costs

Tax season is officially over for most individuals, and that signals the start of tax audit season. 
 
 
 
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
    51 votes
    98.08%
  • No
    1 votes
    1.92%