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Fall Federal Budget: Will Spending Be Cut?

Canada has historically presented an annual budget since Confederation in 1867, even through periods like World Wars and the Great Depression, but we have recently experienced the longest period without a full federal budget in our history. By the time the next one is brought down, expected in October 2025, it will have been 18 months since the controversial April 2024 budget which introduced the doomed capital gains inclusion rate hikes. What can we expect?

Featured Book: Jacks on Tax

Over 5 million Canadians submit their taxes online. This book by Evelyn Jacks is a must-read for the DIY tax-filer. KBR readers get $5 off if they order before December 3.

The rising cost of long-term care

As baby boomers age, long-term care will become a ballooning part of provincial health-care costs. Now is the time to plan for that eventuality.

Distinguished Advisor Conference: Forces shaping the future

On the final day of the 2012 Distinguished Advisor Conference Nov. 14, speakers looked at the forces shaping the future of investors and advisors.

Evelyn Jacks: Plan now to avoid overpaying annual taxes

Now is the time to do yearend tax planning — to ensure you do not pay more income taxes than necessary.

Time for reform of charitable donations?

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is on the warpath over charitable gifting tax shelters. But is it time for a broader review of Canada’s charitable donation rules?

Statistics Canada’s newsletter for small and medium-sized businesses

To keep small and medium-sized business owners abreast of statistical news and trends, Statistics Canada publishes a monthly enewsletter.
 
 
 
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
    6 votes
    26.09%
  • No
    17 votes
    73.91%