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.

New Course: Personal Pension Planning (PPP®) for Corporate Owner-Managers

The Personal Pension Plan is the “Swiss Army Knife” of solutions for retirement planning in a new and changing economic environment. It is therefore a must know for tax and financial advisors working with pre-retirees; in particular, business owners.   

DAC Acuity 2022: Tax Planning & Compliance – The Tax Quagmire for Ex-Pats

Annual dinner and announcement of 2022 Designates and Graduates with Dr. Dean Smith on Sunday Oct 16 at DAC Acuity 2022, plus a session on Monday led by Dr. Smith covering tax planning and compliance with a focus on ex-pats.

Grads and Designates:  Official Transcript Study Term July 1 – September 30

Check out your official transcripts in the Graduate Lounge.  Why?  Find out if you qualify for new Specialized Credentials, re-certification options and most important - Early Bird Tuition Reductions for the fall term October to December 15. 

The Speed of Tax Change - How to Protect Your Clients

Prepare to defend your clients against tax risk emanating from increasing CRA audit activity. Then, take a detailed look at the long and convoluted road to tax change that has resulted substantive change in how your clients report income, deductions, credits and exercise their appeal rights.  Knowledge Bureau’s new Audit Defence Course is now available online and features interesting perspectives from some of Canada’s leading tax experts.  In focus:  independent business owners, which could include you.

Year End Tax Planning for Investors and Owner Managers

This year, the year end tax planning opportunities to build and preserve wealth are most important for investors and business owners swooning under the speed of change.  Join Evelyn Jacks, Alan Rowell and Dr. Dean Smith for a vibrant and comprehensive year end tax planning update at the Virtual CE Summit, November 16.  Here’s what’s on the agenda; register by October 14 for early bird savings. Tuition is tax deductible and qualifies for CE Credits.

DAC Acuity 2022: Supreme Professionalism – Giving Purpose to Wealth

‘Must-Attend’ annual event to welcome you back to DAC Acuity 2022. Open to all registrants, speakers and sponsors. Carol Willes is the Director of Estate Planning at BMO Private Wealth. Willes knows what it takes to assist client’s in navigating their present financial situation and develop their future legacy, while simultaneously embracing your highest standards of professionalism.
 
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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
    21.88%
  • No
    25 votes
    78.13%