Immediate Expensing Rules: Good Tax Policy?
Over the course of the last two federal budgets (April 16, 2024 and November 4, 2025), the rules for claiming Capital Cost Allowance (CCA) have been uncertain. The proposal to extend immediate expensing rules for certain acquired assets were paused for over a year and then re-introduced in a series of four complex measures which together with new rules for Scientific Research and Experimental Development have become known as the “Productivity Super-Deduction”. A backdrop appears below. The key question: will this complexity be effective as an economic stimulator?Mark Your Calendar: October/November CE Events
Fall is the perfect time to focus on professional development. Take advantage of a number of upcoming live events and earn valuable CE credits with Knowledge Bureau.
Child Fitness Tax Credit Increased for 2014
On October 9, 2014 the Federal government made good on an April 2011 election promise and increased the Child Fitness Tax Credit to $1,000 from the previous maximum of $500.
Federal Pooled Registered Pension Plans Now Available
On October 7, 2014 the final piece of the puzzle was put in place to allow federally regulated PRPPs to become a reality across Canada.
Crunching the EI Premium Numbers
Last week we reported on the New Small Business Job Credit will provide savings to small businesses through a reduction in EI premiums. This week, we’ll show you how employers will benefit.
Year End Donation Planning for Ontario Farmers
The new Ontario Community Food program Tax Credit is worth 25% of the fair market value of food donated to the community and it’s an innovative idea that may catch on with other provinces and the federal government.
Evelyn Jacks: At Year End, Increase Investment Returns with Tax Planning
Tax planning is about what you keep to live your happy life with. It’s too bad so many people miss out by failing to think about year end tax planning in the family.
