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Helping First Nations, Inuit and Metis with Tax Filing

The Canada Revenue Agency is trying to reach out to Canada’s First Nations, Inuit and Metis to encourage them to file their tax forms on time and could use your help to make sure these communities get all the tax benefits they are entitled to. But filing tax returns are not always easy, especially when there is income on and off the reserve.

Where’s the Money?

Everyone anticipates bad news on Friday the 13th, but on February 13th, 2015 Statistics Canada actually released some good news! 

It’s the male seahorses that have the babies….

Find out about this and more at the 2015 Distinguished Advisor Conference (DAC).

June Distinguished Advisor Workshop - Transition Planning: Trusts and Estates

Substantial tax reform has recently changed the rules for post-death planning for high net worth families.

Recently Retired? Tax Filing Can Be Complicated

Recently retired?  There are many new provisions on the tax return that could apply to couples  for the first time, so filing early and with qualified professional help can be important. How you treat private pension income and Old Age Security benefits, for example, can have many positive tax outcomes.

Knowledge Bureau Designate Highlight: Marlene Donaldson

Marlene Donaldson from Port Elgin, Ontario recently completed the T1 Professional Tax Preparation – Advanced course and believe her goals were met in taking the course.

New! Check out our New Designation Brochures and 2015 Course Catalogue

The 2015-2016 Knowledge Bureau Course Catalogue is now online.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Should the Old Age Security clawback start at a lower net income than the current $93,454?

  • Yes
    10 votes
    17.54%
  • No
    47 votes
    82.46%