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.

CE Savvy-PD™ - Building Your Business Collection

Are you ready to consider incorporating your proprietorship, navigating family dynamics within your company or considering philanthropic donations through investments that match your values then you’ll want to check out our latest collection entitled Building Your Business, which provides you a new opportunity to earn 5 CE Credits.

Special Report on the March 28, 2023 Federal Budget

The Special Report on the 2023 Federal Budget is a Knowledge Bureau subscriber exclusive!

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Now available…Canada’s most up-to-date personal income tax course! The newly released Introduction to Personal Income Tax course features new assignments using professional tax software for 2022 tax returns. PLUS, get a complete update to the March 28 Federal Budget. Take advantage of our income tax course until March 31: only $495 (save $400 on tuition)*

Last Chance: Join the Society of RWM™ at the Meeting of the Minds Today at NOON!

The Knowledge Bureau Network presents the Meeting of the Minds: 360 Degree Triger Tour: Ideal for advisors seeking more connection, collaboration and networking from coast-to-coast. Register now – the event takes place TODAY at NOON CST!

New CE Savvy™- PD Collection: Asset Management

Knowledge Bureau is excited to introduce its latest CE Savvy ™ Collection of Micro Courses. Check out our collection entitled Asset Management, which provides you a new opportunity to earn 5 CE Credits with Knowledge Bureau and several 3rd party accreditors such as FPCanada, IAFE, ICM, AIC and MFDA.

Do You Need CE Credits? Take the CE Savvy™ Collections

Last week, The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) sent an important reminder to Life Agents in the province to complete CE requirements or they may face regulatory action. It’s an important reminder for all industry professionals to get onside with CE now – and Knowledge Bureau has a great new educational solution: The CE Savvy Collections, which are Accredited with KB, Insurance Councils, Advocis and FP Canada.
 
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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
    16.67%
  • No
    20 votes
    83.33%