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Opportunity: Canadian Dollar Stabilizes, Somewhat

Things have started to turn around for the Canadian dollar in the second quarter of 2025. It hit a 22 year low in January of 2025. Investors and property owners, who have been swooning at the high burn rate in their travel plans and property maintenance abroad, may wish to consider recent more positive trends and consider some risk mitigation opportunities now that the dollar is stabilizing somewhat.  

May 15 UCCB Deadline:  Are You Telling Your Clients About It?

Have you alerted your clients about the changes in the eligibility for the increased UCCB benefits?

The New RRIF Rules and Pension Income Splitting

Recent changes to RRIF withdrawal rules are in the spotlight since the April 21, 2015 federal budget.  Will they affect pension income splitting, and if so, how? 

Small Business Catches a Tax Break!

Small businesses employ half of all Canadian workers in the private sector; making sure these employers can continue to provide jobs is critical. 

Top 10 Reasons the TFSA Rocks!

Despite political controversy, the TFSA has gained broad-based acceptance by 40% or 11 million average Canadians. 

Just How Long Do You Have To Keep Those Tax Receipts?

Glad to have another tax season behind you? Don’t be so quick to throw out your tax files!

Odds Are Good For Starting Your Own Business

Thinking of making a big change in your career path?  Maybe it’s time to take control and be your own boss? 
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you believe Canada’s tax system based, on self-assessment, has suffered under recent changes at CRA and by Finance Canada? If so, what is the one wish you have for tax reform?

  • Yes
    342 votes
    69.8%
  • No
    148 votes
    30.2%