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The Gateway:  Maximizing the Impact of the Disability Tax Credit

In addition to reducing income tax through a non-refundable credit, the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) serves as a gateway to a wide range of additional tax benefits and government programs. Eligibility for the DTC can unlock enhanced credits, financial supplements, and long-term savings opportunities that go well beyond the tax return. Understanding how the DTC connects to these broader supports is essential for maximizing financial stability—both for individuals living with disabilities and the family members who support them.  Unfortunately, many taxpayers miss this credit and their tax and financial advisors can certainly help when this happens.

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Wizards with a Crystal Ball: Expert Panel Moderated by Jonathan Chevreau

In 50 years, what hasn’t changed is the familiar behavioral dynamics: fear and greed, risk and reward.

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Most Agree: Retirement Planning Should Begin Early

Hindsight is always 20/20 and sneaking that crystal ball glimpse into the future is next to impossible. For many of our KBR readers, if they only knew then what they know now, they would agree that retirement planning should start early in life.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Does the new government’s promise, expected soon, to cut the lowest personal income tax rate by 1% to 14%, go far enough to help Canadians impacted by high costs? What are alternatives in your view?

  • Yes
    13 votes
    10%
  • No
    117 votes
    90%