The Lucrative Disability Tax Credit

Did you know that the Disability Tax Credit is not only lucrative when it is claimed on the tax return, but it is required to enable fifteen other provisions on the return. There is so much money left on the table when this provision is missed. Here are the additional provisions, and why working with a DMA™ Personal Tax Services Specialist is so important. In fact, it’s not too late to get this credential yourself before the start of the tax season.   

Graduates in the News – Alec Lui, CLU, CHS, MFA-P

Congratulations to Alec Lui on the completion of the MFA-P Designation program! Alec started his career in 2020 as an advisor and in 2022 joined the insurance carrier as a wholesaler to partner with advisors to help Canadians protect what matters most to them. Hear what he has to say about his experience with the program:

What Is A Bare Trust?

Bare trusts have been the subject of extensive filing controversies. They have been commonly used to hold family cottages and other properties, to avoid probate, or for privacy purposes. CRA will not require bare trusts to file a T3 Income Tax and Information Return (T3 return), including Schedule 15 (Beneficial Ownership Information of a Trust) for the 2023 or 2024 tax year, unless they make a direct request. But, we are now in 2025 and professionals and their clients need to know the rules.

A Snapshot of the Opportunities In the Tax Accounting Industry

Statistics Canada has recently released statistics about the incredible opportunities for career starts and advancement in the tax preparation industry. 

Why the RWM™ is the Answer for Independent Advisors

The RWM™ (Real Wealth Manager) is the designation of choice for independently minded advisors who want to practice in a truly holistic framework using a multi-generational approach to wealth management. It is also the designation that indicates the skills to manage strategic focus within an inter-advisory team required to make joint-decisions with higher net worth clients. Finally, you’ll be connected to an incredibly talented, national network of RWMs. Find out more below:

Prepare to Deliver Collective Re-Assurance During Uncertain Times

Learn the skills to develop strategies for accumulation, growth, preservation and transition of sustainable wealth.

DMA-Business Transition Services Specialist Designation

The demand for skilled talent is high among Canadian finance leaders, with a limited supply of skilled talent.
 
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Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

It costs a lot more to go to work these days. Should the Canada Employment Credit of $1501 for 2026 be raised higher to account for this?

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