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CRA Data Breeches Put Taxpayer Information at Risk

An important deadline is coming up, around the same time that Canadians get ready to file their 2026 tax returns at the start of tax season 2027. Since 2020, more than 42,000 data breaches have occurred at the CRA. A class action lawsuit was launched in 2020 and a $8.76 million settlement was reached.  Eligible Canadians affected by these security incidents can now submit claims through the KPMG Claims Portal until February 3, 2027.  

Author Feature: Jenifer Bartman

Knowledge Bureau is pleased to announce the publication of a new edition of its certificate course  Advising Family Business, with substantive additions and commentary by Jenifer Bartman, CA, CMC. 

Brush Up on Claiming Medical Expenses

Claiming medical expenses can itself be painful: There are so many receipts and tiny numbers involved with making the claim!

Knowledge Bureau Designate Highlight: Audrey Beck

Audrey Beck, MFA - Business Service Specialist.

Federal Budget Set for April 21

The cat is out of the bag! The federal budget date has been set and the big question is whether the contribution limit for Tax Free Savings Accounts will double to $11,000. 

Wealth Taxes Continue in New Brunswick

Seniors, post-secondary grads, and Gramma – all demographics will feel the effects of Liberal Premier Brian Gallant’s Liberal budget, presented  in New Brunswick on Tuesday, March 31.

Correct Answer for Daycare: Maybe it’s a Hybrid?

What is the best way for governments to support families with children?, had a plethora of comments and an abundance of ideas.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

In your view, should Canadians be able to write off more of their out-of-pocket medical expense costs? What amount would be appropriate?

  • Yes
    27 votes
    93.1%
  • No
    2 votes
    6.9%