KBR Poll: A Huge Opportunity for Tax Reforms
The Knowledge Bureau News Network was vibrant last month, especially in the Knowledge Bureau Report Poll. Over 98% of readers who answered overwhelmingly were in favor of tax reforms and they had some great comments as well. Take a look:Why Economic Growth is Job #1
It’s provincial budget season, with a federal election coming up soon. What should Finance Ministers in Canada be focusing on to try to meet the tariff winds head on and ensure the standards of living of Canadians going forward in a proactive way? The answer is to focus on economic growth. What is it, why is it important to consumers and voters and how do we measure that?
Tips in Claiming Medical Expense Credits
Medical expenses are the one out of pocket expenditure almost everyone has, and therefore it is the most commonly missed one as well.
Suddenly Unemployed: Tax And Financial Advice To Consider
Layoffs have started in Canada as a result of the tariff war with the U.S. This can be an incredibly emotional experience, aside from the fear associated with financial insecurity. This is a time for important decision-making and tax and financial advisors can be an important source of information, guidance and relief in these scenarios, both for tax and financial planning, in order to make the most of available income sources. There are three things that need to be discussed immediately when there is job loss:
What Is A Bare Trust?
Bare trusts have been the subject of extensive filing controversies. They have been commonly used to hold family cottages and other properties, to avoid probate, or for privacy purposes. CRA will not require bare trusts to file a T3 Income Tax and Information Return (T3 return), including Schedule 15 (Beneficial Ownership Information of a Trust) for the 2023 or 2024 tax year, unless they make a direct request. But, we are now in 2025 and professionals and their clients need to know the rules.
A Snapshot of the Opportunities In the Tax Accounting Industry
Statistics Canada has recently released statistics about the incredible opportunities for career starts and advancement in the tax preparation industry.
Why the RWM™ is the Answer for Independent Advisors
The RWM™ (Real Wealth Manager) is the designation of choice for independently minded advisors who want to practice in a truly holistic framework using a multi-generational approach to wealth management. It is also the designation that indicates the skills to manage strategic focus within an inter-advisory team required to make joint-decisions with higher net worth clients. Finally, you’ll be connected to an incredibly talented, national network of RWMs. Find out more below:
