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.
Canadians who receive German pensions may have seen some new items on the yearly letter from Neubrandenburg. Siegfried Merten, MFA™, has provided us with clarification on this letter and what pensioners need to do to remain in compliance. Advisors can be of great assistance here.
Meezan Shariff is a student at Knowledge Bureau currently working toward her DFA – Bookkeeping Services Specialist™. Recently, we had a chance to ask her a few questions about how she felt about the courses she’s completed, what they did for her, and her overall experience. Friendly and upbeat, she was more than happy to give us a few minutes of her time.
The second in a series of new professional development opportunities, The Vantage Series, presented by the Investment Industry Association of Canada and Knowledge Bureau will take place on Monday, October 28th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the National Club in Toronto, featuring thought leadership from four outstanding CEOs who will provide invaluable insights to advisors on the theme: Evolution and Change in Wealth Management Services.
The November CE Summits, taking place in Winnipeg, Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver from November 4-7 focuses on year-end tax planning with investors and small businesses. But will also help you better interpret the effects of the election tax promises and what the results mean for what Canadians can anticipate over the next four years.
The newest program from CAGP, Knowledge Bureau and Spire Philanthropy, the MFA-P™, Master Financial Advisor – Philanthropy was featured in today’s Globe and Mail, highlighting how its educational content makes understanding strategic philanthropy easier, enabling more in-depth conversations between advisors and clients.
According to Statistics Canada*, total donations on income tax returns increased over 150% in real terms over the past 3 decades. However, despite an increase, only 13% of Canadians reported discussing charitable giving with their advisors, and they would like to have more value-based discussions. Here’s how you can have a more fulsome conversation on charitable giving with your clients:
Canadians who receive German pensions may have seen some new items on the yearly letter from Neubrandenburg. Siegfried Merten, MFA™, has provided us with clarification on this letter and what pensioners need to do to remain in compliance. Advisors can be of great assistance here.
Meezan Shariff is a student at Knowledge Bureau currently working toward her DFA – Bookkeeping Services Specialist™. Recently, we had a chance to ask her a few questions about how she felt about the courses she’s completed, what they did for her, and her overall experience. Friendly and upbeat, she was more than happy to give us a few minutes of her time.
The second in a series of new professional development opportunities, The Vantage Series, presented by the Investment Industry Association of Canada and Knowledge Bureau will take place on Monday, October 28th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the National Club in Toronto, featuring thought leadership from four outstanding CEOs who will provide invaluable insights to advisors on the theme: Evolution and Change in Wealth Management Services.
The November CE Summits, taking place in Winnipeg, Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver from November 4-7 focuses on year-end tax planning with investors and small businesses. But will also help you better interpret the effects of the election tax promises and what the results mean for what Canadians can anticipate over the next four years.
The newest program from CAGP, Knowledge Bureau and Spire Philanthropy, the MFA-P™, Master Financial Advisor – Philanthropy was featured in today’s Globe and Mail, highlighting how its educational content makes understanding strategic philanthropy easier, enabling more in-depth conversations between advisors and clients.
