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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?   

Gifts to Foreign Charities Allowed in 2013

The eligibility of gifts to foreign charities have expanded in 2013.

Protecting Clients from Fraudsters

Fraud in the marketplace in an unfortunate reality. Protect your clients' real weath by being diligent in mitigating negative factors.

Are RSP Contributions Always the Right Answer? It Depends…

RSP contributions are a great way to save for your retirement, but the trick is to use them correctly. Kevin Gebert, MFA designate and financial advisor, weighs in with his opinion.

Preserve Your Appeal Rights

You are in a relationship with the CRA, so you need to know some key parameters.

Lifestyle Column: 10 Neat Things

This week: 10 neat things about freeze up.

Featured Book: Financial Recovery in a Fragile World

Learn how to embrace and improve your personal and family net worth in a time of great change. You'll be well postitioned to benefit from opportunites in the new financial world evolving around you. Order by Feb. 25 and receive $5 off.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you agree with the government’s plan to introduce the new Canada Groceries Essentials Benefit (CGEB)?

  • Yes
    35 votes
    30.97%
  • No
    78 votes
    69.03%