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.
Looking for other ways to mix and mingle with DAC attendees, trade best practices, and have some serious fun in Banff? Check out these additional activities and sign up soon through the DAC Interactive Agenda, as spaces are limited! If you haven’t secured your seat out the conference, be sure to do so by the September 30 early-bird deadline for best tuition rates!
Evelyn Jacks, President of Knowledge Bureau, is delighted to announce the headliners who will grace the prestigious stage at the Distinguished Advisor Conference (DAC), November 12 to 14 at the spectacular Banff Springs Hotel. This includes the outstanding MCs - two New Advisor of the Year Award winners – and a powerhouse of tax, investment, insurance, retirement and estate luminaries over the two day event.
What matters is what you keep. There is no doubt your clients are interested in knowing how to inflation-proof and recession-proof their wealth and navigate successfully through emerging risks from the CRA. To accomplish the former, advisors must have broader knowledge in tax on upcoming tax changes and how astute investment planning in a very new economic environment can help clients maximize after-tax income and reduce capital erosion. This year, real estate tax changes are in focus.
Most donors with higher net worth portfolios know that donating appreciated publicly traded securities, and other financial instruments such as mutual funds, segregated funds, and exchange traded funds, is a great way to amplify giving potential with tax savings. It’s a triple win: a leveraged opportunity to support community causes and a great tax and estate planning opportunity for the taxpayer and their survivors. But there are tax clouds on the horizon. Wealth managers, and in particular RWM™ (Real Wealth Manager) and MFA-P™ Designates are well positioned to help assemble a multi-stakeholder solution, but need to take action now.
Fifteen outstanding organizations have come together to support the 20th Annual Distinguished Advisor Conference November 12-14 at the beautiful Banff Springs Hotel. You don’t want to miss hearing from the thought leaders representing these fine organizations with mission critical topics to the theme: Imagine – Break Free to Transformative Change.
Benjamin Franklin, who helped draft the American Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, also had a knack for memorable sayings. “There is nothing certain but death and taxes” is likely the best known. But another notable favorite is “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” It serves as a gentle reminder that you can jump start your “back to school” activities right here at Knowledge Bureau. Check out our new courses and educational calendar all leading down the pathway to Specialized Credentials and Continuing Education Credits. You can register now, start today and study from anywhere with convenience online training options, plus earn close to $800 of bonus savings when you register in a designation program:
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?
Looking for other ways to mix and mingle with DAC attendees, trade best practices, and have some serious fun in Banff? Check out these additional activities and sign up soon through the DAC Interactive Agenda, as spaces are limited! If you haven’t secured your seat out the conference, be sure to do so by the September 30 early-bird deadline for best tuition rates!
What matters is what you keep. There is no doubt your clients are interested in knowing how to inflation-proof and recession-proof their wealth and navigate successfully through emerging risks from the CRA. To accomplish the former, advisors must have broader knowledge in tax on upcoming tax changes and how astute investment planning in a very new economic environment can help clients maximize after-tax income and reduce capital erosion. This year, real estate tax changes are in focus.
Most donors with higher net worth portfolios know that donating appreciated publicly traded securities, and other financial instruments such as mutual funds, segregated funds, and exchange traded funds, is a great way to amplify giving potential with tax savings. It’s a triple win: a leveraged opportunity to support community causes and a great tax and estate planning opportunity for the taxpayer and their survivors. But there are tax clouds on the horizon. Wealth managers, and in particular RWM™ (Real Wealth Manager) and MFA-P™ Designates are well positioned to help assemble a multi-stakeholder solution, but need to take action now.
Benjamin Franklin, who helped draft the American Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, also had a knack for memorable sayings. “There is nothing certain but death and taxes” is likely the best known. But another notable favorite is “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” It serves as a gentle reminder that you can jump start your “back to school” activities right here at Knowledge Bureau. Check out our new courses and educational calendar all leading down the pathway to Specialized Credentials and Continuing Education Credits. You can register now, start today and study from anywhere with convenience online training options, plus earn close to $800 of bonus savings when you register in a designation program:
