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Claiming Medical Expenses: Free Healthcare?

Free Health Care? Did you know that Canadians spend on average more than $1,000 on medical expenses each year? It’s estimated that government programs, via our taxes, cover about 72% of medical expenses, which means that we pay for the rest. Your clients may be over-paying on their taxes because they don’t know about medical expense deductions. 

Importance of business location for First Nations tax exemption claims

DISTINGUISHED PRACTICES: Tips for Real Wealth Managers™. A July Tax Court of Canada decision clarified the importance of the location of a business for the purpose of tax exemption.

Did You Know? Measures to cut red tape for small businesses

 As part of its Red Tape Reduction efforts, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has created a dedicated team that is charged with cutting red tape for small businesses, thereby enhancing service.As part of its Red Tape Reduction efforts, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has created a dedicated team that is charged with cutting red tape for small businesses, thereby enhancing service.

Featured People: David Christianson’s insightful, funny new book is now available

Are you disappointed and confused by all of the promises and claims made by the investment industry and the media? So is David Christianson. In Managing the Bull, he gives readers the tools to develop their Winner’s Mindset about money, and achieve financial freedom on their own terms. 

Featured Event: A critical workshop on planning for tax-efficient results before year-end

November Distinguished Advisor Workshop Year End Tax Planning Strategies: Investor, Owner/Manager Planning and Cross Border Taxation Knowledge Bureau knows that in an ever-evolving industry, it can be hard to keep up with the most current information. That's why we've done it for you - and you can update your knowledge all in one day!

Featured Book: Master Your Real Wealth

MASTER Your Real Wealth: Start Today! How to Live Your Life in Financial Security Do you fear you will outlive your savings? Do you want better results from your investments? Then now's the time to Master Your Real Wealth! SAVE $10 if you buy before October 16, 2012!

Personal Life Transitions Advisor Diploma

The recent financial crisis has caused a crisis of another kind for financial advisors, a loss of trust and credibility by millions of clients who are now looking for more qualified people to manage their succession and estate planning decision. 
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you believe SimpleFile, CRA’s newly revamped automated tax system, will help more Canadians access tax benefits and comply with the tax system?

  • Yes
    7 votes
    8.24%
  • No
    78 votes
    91.76%