Master the Future of Retirement and Estate Planning: May 21 CE Summit

As Canada transitions into a new economic era under the new government's evolving tax policies, financial professionals face unprecedented challenges and opportunities. To navigate this shifting landscape, staying informed isn’t just beneficial—it’s essential. That's why CE Summits – Advisory Diploma is a must-attend professional program for tax advisors, financial planners, and professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional value to their clients amongst complexity. These sessions are led by expert faculty Evelyn Jacks, Doug Nelson, Carol Willes and Ruth Horst on May 21 – register by the May 15 early-bird deadline!

New Marketing Trends: Become Digitally Disruptive to Grow

The global pandemic has driven millions of consumers to online shopping and digital commerce, and that has altered their relationship with tax accounting and financial advisors’ firms too.  Will things ever go back to the way they were?  Likely not, but here are four important marketing tips that can help you propel your business growth in 2022 from a leading Canadian social media expert.

DAC Martini Vent A Big Hit

Jennifer Snyder, CEO of Doyenne Financial hosted a Martini Vent at DAC 2021 where delegates could discuss highlights (the rose), opportunities (the bud) and challenges (the thorn) they have faced over the past year while enjoying a home-made martini with ingredients (in a flashing martini glass) included in the DAC-in-a-box at a fun networking event.   Indeed, there were some wisdoms amongst the olives:

Business Competitiveness: Understanding the Tax in Post- Pandemic

Knowledge Bureau Report asked Marco Iampieri, Of Iampieri Law Professional Corporation, to review a new paper on small business tax competitiveness by Dr. Jack Mintz, who spoke recently at the Distinguished Advisor Conference (DAC), Patrick Smith and V. Balaji Venkatachalam. It’s an important paper for its time, as the small business in Canada attempts to leave the pandemic behind in 2021.

New Online Course Brings the Wisdoms of DAC to Those Who Missed It

Did you miss the 2021 Distinguished Advisor Conference?  Good news! Knowledge Bureau has captured the incredible insights and wisdoms from this outstanding educational event in a new certificate course entitled:  Integrated Practice Management Solutions now available.  Check out the description below and register before the end of this month to save $200. 

New Online CE Credit Course: Audit Defence for Small Business Owners

Are you working with small business owners who have received pandemic wage or rent supports?  Knowledge Bureau’s new Audit Defence: Managing Tax Risk for Small Business Owners is an online certificate course that helps advisors position small business owners for success for potential tax audits in 2021- 2023 with a concise pathway to navigate the complex rules and comprehensive documentation they will need to satisfy queries from clients and manage risk with the CRA.

Enrol By October 8: Take a Sneak Video Peek into the DAC Thought Leadership 2021

Take a sneak peek now the educational extravaganza about to unfold October 17 – 19.  Join Evelyn Jacks, President, in conversation with Canada’s leading financial minds – a preview is now available in video. The Globe and Mail touted DAC as one of Canada’s most innovative virtual conferences last year. This year, we think we’ve raised the bar even higher!  Check out this sneak peek through our new speaker videos and DAC-in-a-Box program guide. Enrol by October 8 to receive your DAC-in-the-Box. Final registration deadline is October 15.  Don’t miss it!
 
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Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Does the new government’s promise, expected soon, to cut the lowest personal income tax rate by 1% to 14%, go far enough to help Canadians impacted by high costs? What are alternatives in your view?

  • Yes
    8 votes
    11.76%
  • No
    60 votes
    88.24%