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Trade Wars: Why Income Tax Filings Matter More Now

It’s hard not to get caught up in the trade wars saga, and of course it has serious economic repercussions. In times like these, our tax system can help. The federal government has indicated three pillars of support will be enacted, details of which are to come shortly:

2015 Tax Brackets and Personal Amounts Announced

This week CRA announced the indexation factor for 2015 (1.7%) and the resulting federal brackets and rates for 2015.  Tax rates, of course, remain unchanged.

Year End RRSP Review:  Overcontributions?

How many times have you prepared a return for a client who has made an RRSP contribution (either to their own or their spouse’s RRSP) but really should not have?

CRA’s Attempt to Grab $6 million Denied

The British Columbia Supreme Court (BCSC) recently made a ruling that was not only favourable to the taxpayer, but also set a welcome precedent for future taxpayers that enter into transactions with unintended tax consequences.

Kick Start 2015 Financial Plans

When it comes to family tax essentials you need to grasp in building wealth for your future, there is Both good news and bad news in the new Family Tax Cut provisions.

It’s Financial Literacy Month in Canada

In celebration we  urge you to speak to your clients and their family about their Financial Fitness.  To help, Knowledge Bureau has three important resources for you:

Knowledge Bureau Designate Highlight

Grow your business with the MFA-Succession and Estate Specialist™ Designation.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

As A.I. emerges, does it change how professionals create financial peace of mind in their communities?

  • Yes
    24 votes
    54.55%
  • No
    20 votes
    45.45%