Should the Canada Employment Credit Reflect the True Cost of Going to Work?

With the rising cost of transportation, meals, clothing, and other work-related expenses, many Canadians are questioning whether the Canada Employment Credit, set at $1,501 for 2026, still reflects the real cost of earning employment income. Tax professionals, employers, and taxpayers continue to debate whether the credit should be increased, restructured, or replaced altogether. When our poll asked if the Canada Employment Credit should be increased, 87% said yes. Below are perspectives shared by tax and financial professionals across the country.

Mastery Highlights: Financial Literacy Collection

The Financial Literacy Collection provides foundational knowledge in personal financial management, equipping professionals to better educate and guide clients through everyday money decisions. This program strengthens advisory relationships by building understanding, confidence, and long-term financial discipline. By enhancing client understanding, you can help to build advisory trust.

November 5 CE Savvy Summit: Budget Insights & Year-End Planning

The New Federal Budget is being tabled on November 4. Fortunately full analysis will be available the next day for tax and financial professionals at the November 5, 2025 CE Savvy Summit. Register now: this live virtual event, Year-End Tax Planning for Investors and Business Owners, delivers timely analysis alongside practical strategies for optimizing 2025 year-end results.

Networking, Celebrations, and Community at the 2025 Acuity Conference

The Acuity Conference for Distinguished Advisors isn’t just about education. it’s about connection. Alongside world-class keynotes and CE sessions, delegates will enjoy an outstanding line-up of networking experiences designed to celebrate excellence and build lasting professional relationships in an unforgettable setting.

CE Master Micro-Credentials: Learning That Works as Hard as You Do

In a profession where knowledge quickly evolves and client needs never stop, financial advisors need education that is practical, flexible, and credible. That’s exactly what CE Master Micro-Credentials deliver.

Federal Budget November 4 – Stay Ahead with CE Summit Coverage

Big news from Ottawa: the federal government has announced that the next Federal Budget will be tabled on November 4. For professionals in tax, accounting, and financial services, this is a critical moment to understand what’s changing and how to respond before year-end.

Mark Your Professional Training Calendar

If you are a tax or financial advisor, Knowledge Bureau is offering numerous opportunities throughout 2025-2026 for you to shore up tax knowledge and important CE accreditation for licensing for KB Designations, Professional Designations in the accounting sector as well as CIRO, MDSA, AIC and Insurance Councils. Mark your calendar for the live/virtual event milestones below and see the links for online program options as well.
 
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Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

The automobile deduction limits raised — the CCA ceiling for passenger vehicles to $39,000 plus tax for 2026. In your opinion, is that high enough?

  • Yes
    4 votes
    18.18%
  • No
    18 votes
    81.82%