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No More Sworn Testimony, But Audits Are Still Stress Inducing

“That” Phrase: it’s one no taxpayer wants to hear – digitally or otherwise. “You’re being audited.” If you’ve had to deliver that news you’ll know that the reaction can range from indignity to shock to panic. Based on the latest piece of legislation before Parliament, you might have to tell more of your clients to buckle up, it’s going to be a bumpy ride. CRA will now have greater powers. Consider this:

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Momentum is Coming. . .But Not ‘Til Next Year

Tiff Macklem, Senior Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada, told the Economic Club of Canada in Toronto last week that the Canadian economy needs annual growth of at least 2.5% to put a meaningful dent in the remaining slack in the Canadian economy.

RDSP Planning for the Disabled Smart Year End Move

Registered Disability Savings Plans (RDSPs) have been around since 2008 and they remain a lucrative savings plan for the disabled.

Evelyn Jacks: Year End Planning –  Plan to Give to Charity

Winston Churchill once said: we make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give. It does feel good to do good. . .and doing good often attracts rewards as well. 
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you agree that public trustees, guardians and departments supporting Indigenous Services should be able to certify impairments for the Disability Tax Credit?

  • Yes
    12 votes
    25%
  • No
    36 votes
    75%