Caught in the Crosshairs of CRA: What Tax Reform Could Mean To Advisors

The enrolment deadline is September 10 for one of the most important CE/CPD Sessions you may attend this year. Canadian tax policy is shifting rapidly, and advisors need to be ready for the impact with sound and confident audit defence knowledge. At the CE Savvy Summit on September 17, 2025, featuring noted tax experts Evelyn Jacks, Kim Moody and Dr. Dean Smith, the Society of RWM Round Table Think Tank will also host a dynamic discussion: Caught in the Crosshairs of CRA.  Be sure to take part of this interactive session as we review recent changes to the tax system, promises to enhance service levels at CRA eliminate loopholes, and strengthen CRA enforcement through technology.

Earn a New Certificate in Lifecycle Transitions Planning

Especially for experienced financial services professionals!  Earn a new Certificate in Lifecycle Transitions Planning. Choose 15 from a selection of 80 micro courses with one important focus:  to help you engage more effectively in tax-efficient wealth management conversations during this period of significant – and potentially expensive – tax change in Canada. Customize your CE and your business education to scale your business to the next level of growth.  Why are CE Savvy™ Micro-Course Collections the educational choice of savvy professionals?  Check it out:

Mid-Summer Break Time!

KBR will not be publishing next week as we take a mid summer break but that doesn’t mean that Knowledge Bureau doesn’t have great mid-summer tuition offers for you!  Here’s a rundown – act by July 30.

Introducing Something New! Canada’s Income Tax Fundamentals Course™ Launches August 31

This stand alone certificate course perfect for those with no prior tax or financial services experience and recommended precursor to the full DMA™ Vocational Certificate, Diploma or Designation Program. Build confidence in yourself and your team members: the program takes about 20 hours, learn to prepare 24 case studies on professional tax software. Every newcomer to the tax and financial services will benefit from this education! Pre-register now. Canada’s Income Tax Fundamentals Course™ will be available September 10 and you can take advantage of this pre-sale offer!

Introducing Your Acuity 2024 Master of Ceremonies, Steven Furtado!

The 2024 Acuity Conference for Distinguished Advisors (DAC) is pleased to announce Steven Furtado, CIM™, RWM™, FDFS™, and Young Advisor Award Winner as this year's Master of Ceremonies in Montreal, November 10-12. Join Steven as he kicks off the Thought Leadership Breakfast on Monday, November 11.  Register by the September 30 early-bird deadline! Check out what Steven has to say about this year’s conference below, then visit the detailed online agenda, and learn more about this year’s line-up of illustrious speakers!

Mark Your Calendar: Inaugural MFA-P™ Symposium on October 30

The inaugural MFA-P Symposium will be held in Toronto on October 30th, 2024. You’ll experience six dynamic sessions from industry leaders designed specifically to help advisors engage their clients about strategic charitable giving. It’s an opportunity to meet peers and industry leaders who can help you build your business.

Diploma in Advanced Family Tax Compliance: Introductory Offer!

Knowledge Bureau is pleased to introduce a new Diploma in Advanced Family Tax Compliance.  This comprehensive program is ideal for experienced tax accountants and wealth advisors who require updating in the latest  tax and economic changes from Finance Canada and CRA in order to help clients meet tax filing compliance requirements and family wealth planning objectives.  The program comprises of four online courses, 5 chapters each, and 4 virtual CE Summit events. A special introductory tuition offer is available until July 30.  Details below.   
 
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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
    7 votes
    20.59%
  • No
    27 votes
    79.41%