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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.

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.

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Men Under Age 55, Public Sector Employees Lose Ground

A recent survey by Stats Canada reveals an increase in employment of 1.6% or 286,000, all in full-time work over a 12 month period.
 
 
 
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%