Will CRA’s SimpleFile Help or Hinder Canadians? Most Say It Misses the Mark

Tax and financial advisors in Canada have been sharing their thoughts on CRA’s new SimpleFile system, and their opinions are strong. We asked if they thought the newly revamped automated tax system will help more Canadians access tax benefits and comply with the tax system. 92% said no – why? Check it out below!

Knowledge Bureau Online: an Ambitious New Publishing Program

Knowledge Bureau is pleased to announce another five certificate courses will be published by the end of October to cap an ambitious year of renewal in the content management division.

Tax Strategies for Financial Advisors Updated to Current Tax Changes

Tax is a trigger for affluent families. They seek credible, trusted, and expert solutions to their investment strategies and expect to work with professionals who can increase returns with tax efficiency.

Advisors in the News: Stay Up-To-Date to Give Great Financial Advice by Richard Yasinski

Richard Yasinski is a DFA-Tax Services Specialist and a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) who offers financial planning on the cutting edge. “What makes our firm unique is that we focus on not just financial planning, but tax planning, estate planning, education planning – all aspects of personal financial planning that I think everyone should be interested in.”

Refugee Crisis: Talking Philanthropy with Your Clients

Canadians donated close to $11 billion to charity in 2010 according to Statistics Canada. Becoming more philanthropic and giving more to causes that are important to them, like the current refugee crisis or environmental issues, should be top of mind in year-end tax planning conversations, given the significant tax rewards associated with giving.

From Transitions to Year-End Planning: Business Growth and Group Rates Featured at Fall DAW

Mark your calendar for the last week of October. Knowledge Bureau’s Fall Distinguished Advisor Workshop (DAW) promises some exciting and educational programming on issues your business clients commonly face. 

Distinguished Advisor Workshops Focus on Tax Strategies for HNW Clients

Especially for experienced tax and financial advisors, unique planning opportunities with Canada’s top experts will provide 10 CE/CPD Credits and access to 2015 tax calculators.
 
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Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you believe SimpleFile, CRA’s newly revamped automated tax system, will help more Canadians access tax benefits and comply with the tax system?

  • Yes
    7 votes
    7.78%
  • No
    83 votes
    92.22%