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October 1 - Important Changes Coming to VDP

Effective October 1, 2025, important changes will be made to the Voluntary Disclosures Program (VDP) at the CRA in order to make it easier for taxpayers to correct unintentional filing errors or omissions. The details on how the changes will affect your clients are being discussed in the CE Summit held September 17 and this course is now available for online enrolment and CE accreditation, after the virtual event. Here are some highlights of the changes.

Switching Claims for Adult Dependants Possible

In Ullah v. The Queen, (2013) TCC 387, the Honourable Mr. Justice Paris had to decide whether the appellant was entitled to the wholly dependent person credit (the amount for an eligible dependant) for her 2006-2009 taxation years.

Evelyn Jacks: Affluence Is About Managing Cash Flow

What is wealth? Many people don’t think that "wealthy" describes them or their lifestyle, but to the outside world they may seem quite affluent. Wealth really is more about a state of mind than an actual number.

Part 4: The Art and Science of Retirement Planning

Doug Nelson, author of Master Your Retirement, concludes his Art and Science of Retirement Planning series with a look at some ideas on how to navigate the five stages of retirement.

What is the Difference Between Rental Income in the U.S. vs. Canada?

Rental income is virtually treated the same in both countries in terms of what is taxable as income and what is deductible as an expense; however a difference arises in respect of depreciation.

Tuition Fees Paid for Knowledge Bureau Certificate Courses Qualify for Tax Credits?

Knowledge Bureau is a private, designated educational institute and our tuition fees qualify for the Tuition Fee Tax Credit if over $100.

Knowledge Counts: Know More. Make More.

Knowledge Bureau can help you realize your careers goals with a first class education, and until June 15 a very special financial incentive to help you build your credentials.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

On September 2, Finance Minister Champagne mandated CRA to implement a 100-day plan to “strengthen services, improve access, and reduce delays.” That’s by December 11, 2025. Do you believe this approach will help?

  • Yes
    8 votes
    21.62%
  • No
    29 votes
    78.38%