Advisors Love the New CE Master Micro-Credentials

For seasoned advisors and tax professionals, continuing education isn’t just a box to check—it’s a tool for leadership, specialization, and stronger client outcomes. That’s why Knowledge Bureau has introduced CE Master Micro-Credentials: curated, high-impact CE collections designed to help you sharpen your skills across financial disciplines—and stand out in a competitive, increasingly regulated space.  Consider the experience of recent grads and then try it yourself!  Enrol this July and receive a special introductory discount.

Climate Grief & Its Effect on Estate Planning with Generation Dread

Estate planning discussions are always difficult, but these days, perhaps even more so.   That’s why tax and financial services providers must pay attention to new trends; notably, that young people – who are to be engaged as the primary stakeholders in wealth transfers –  have experienced a significant drop in hopefulness.  A recent Statistics Canada study concludes that future research could be done to better understand the potential implications. But DAC Keynote Speaker and new author Dr. Brett Wray has done some important research of her own and has a critical, urgent message:  intergenerational power and wealth will not fix the underlying malaise.  Find out more, below; reserve your spot at DAC now.

DAC Acuity 2022: Nominations Open for the Prestigious New Advisor Award

Submit the name of your worthy nomination for the DAC New Advisor Award now.  The application deadline September 1, 2022.  The prestigious award recognizes the next generation and their contributions to excellence in the tax, accounting and/or financial services.   Here’s what the winner of this prestigious award will receive and how to apply:

Tax Dread for Small Business Owners: Filing Proprietorship Deadline Looms

A typical small business owner fearlessly wears many hats.  However, when it comes to tax season, most just want to grab a pillow and hide their head under it.

Attention Designates! Deadline June 30. Qualify for and Re-License Your Specialized Credentials

June 30 is an important date. Knowledge Bureau Professionals graduate with new skills and specialized knowledge. It is what differentiates you from others. If you are a Designate, June 30 is also an important deadline: it’s time to submit your required Attestation to your standards of conduct, and meet annual CE requirements… with some exclusive tuition offers!

DAC 2022: The Speed of Tax Change

Join Kim G.C. Moody, FCPA, FCA, TEP will be taking the live stage at DAC Acuity 2022 to discuss The Speed of Tax Change and what it means for financial professionals and their clients.  In his entertaining style, Kim will discuss the  very complex and pervasive changes that continue be proposed at mach speed.  How do you keep up-to-date to ensure your practice responds appropriately for the benefit of clients?  This session will give straight-forward suggestions to help you navigate this important topic.

Leaving the Workforce? Tax Changes & Effective Planning Strategies

After decades saving for retirement, transitioning to spending down savings can be a huge shift in mentality for retirees.  Additionally, one of the biggest surprises that new retirees often face is how their taxes change upon leaving the workforce. For the average worker who has spent his or her adult life paying ordinary income tax via payroll withholdings, the shift to flat withholding rates combined with differing rules depending on the source of their income can leave many clients with an unexpected tax bill after they retire.
 
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Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you believe Canada’s tax system based, on self-assessment, has suffered under recent changes at CRA and by Finance Canada? If so, what is the one wish you have for tax reform?

  • Yes
    343 votes
    69.86%
  • No
    148 votes
    30.14%