New Mega Deduction a Good Start, But More Tax Reforms Are Needed

The Federal government has unveiled a Productivity Mega Deduction, which will provide immediate expensing under Capital Cost Allowance (CCA) provisions for a broad range of depreciable property, importantly on a permanent basis, for acquisitions on or after September 15, 2026. Check out the noteworthy exclusions are listed below. This tax reform is a good start, but much more needs to be done, especially for small business owners and average taxpayers to make Canada truly competitive across our tax base.

Winnipeg, MB.  Under the theme, Back to the Future, delegates at the DAC (Distinguished Advisor Conference), will explore opportunities to build on past successes and experiences in a changing environment for both tax and financial advisors.

About a quarter of a million business owners, or a fifth of businesses with employees, are now aged 55 and over and succession planning is big for them and for the economy. So is tax. How deep is government in the pocket of business? 

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Planning with trusts is becoming more and more common and if you can’t answer questions and explain the concept, your clients will find someone who can. Learn the pros and cons of all possible solutions for wealth and succession planning and earn a long-term and potentially intergenerational connection to your client and their family.

The Income Tax Estimator is a simple calculator that helps determine total taxes paid for individuals and/or couples based on different combinations of income sources. See it in action with the following what-if-scenario and then try it for yourself, risk-free!