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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.

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The Ying and the Yang for Small Business Owners, Investors, and Trusts

There was good news and bad news for small business corporations and investors in this budget. Here are the details of those provisions and other tax news for farmers and investors.

Interesting Budget Changes Planned for Small Business Owners

If you are a small business owner taking dividends out of your business, the federal budget has handed you a good news/bad news story.

Personal Tax Changes for Younger Tax Filers

The March 21, 2013 federal budget made two significant personal tax changes for younger taxpayers: the adoption expense tax credit has been expanded and for new charitable givers, there is a super credit, plus there is a new penalty for schemers.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

In your view is a comprehensive personal and corporate tax reform necessary to make Canada's economy stronger in response to trade wars?

  • Yes
    55 votes
    96.49%
  • No
    2 votes
    3.51%