The Lucrative Disability Tax Credit

Did you know that the Disability Tax Credit is not only lucrative when it is claimed on the tax return, but it is required to enable fifteen other provisions on the return. There is so much money left on the table when this provision is missed. Here are the additional provisions, and why working with a DMA™ Personal Tax Services Specialist is so important. In fact, it’s not too late to get this credential yourself before the start of the tax season.   

Heralding and Embracing Change: Transforming Lives Through Financial Planning

At Acuity 2025, Tony Mahabir, MBA, CMC, CIM, RRC, RWM, CFP, FDFS™, CEO and Private Wealth Manager, will lead a session titled “Heralding and Embracing Change.” A repeat motivational speaker, Mahabir at the annual conference for Distinguished Advisors, focuses on how financial planning can transform lives—especially in times of uncertainty.

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.

ROI or ROL? Join the Discussion September 25, 11 am CT

On September 25 at 11 a.m. CST, financial professionals and thought leaders will gather for an insightful panel discussion focused on a transformative concept in wealth management: moving from ROI (Return on Investment) to ROL (Return on Life). This Meeting of the Minds session, titled Redefining What Real Wealth Means to You, aims to shift the conversation beyond the numbers toward what truly matters - aligning financial strategies with clients’ life purpose and peace of mind. The Heart of the Discussion: Five Key Questions that would benefit from your input! 

New Trends in Tax Audit Defence and Appeals: Protecting Clients in a Shifting Landscape

The 2025 tax filing year is shaping up to be one of the most challenging in recent memory, with penalties and interest costs on the rise and the CRA facing significant hurdles in managing information during peak filing season. Against this backdrop, the CE Savvy Summit on September 17, 2025 will host a critical session: New Trends in Tax Audit Defence and Appeals, led by Kim G.C. Moody, an experienced tax expert, who will unpack the implications of CRA’s expanding audit powers.

Stand Out in a Competitive Market with Professional Practitioner Diplomas

In a market where clients demand more from their advisors, the ability to provide specialized, high-level advice has never been more important. The Professional Practitioner Diploma (PPD) equips financial professionals with the advanced knowledge and credentials needed to differentiate themselves, build client trust, and compete effectively in a crowded financial services landscape.

Year-End Planning 2025: Helping Young Entrepreneurs Build Wealth Tax Efficiently

At Acuity 2025, Larry Frostiak, FCPA, FCA, CFP, TEP, RWM™, FDFS™, will lead a session titled “Year-End Planning 2025: How Young Entrepreneurs Can Build Wealth Tax Efficiently,” focusing on strategies for Canada’s emerging business leaders. Young entrepreneurs often dream of independence, but unpredictable income, evolving tax rules, and the demands of balancing business growth with family can make building wealth seem daunting.
 
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It costs a lot more to go to work these days. Should the Canada Employment Credit of $1501 for 2026 be raised higher to account for this?

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