Should the Canada Employment Credit Reflect the True Cost of Going to Work?

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.

CE Summits: Don’t Miss the Advanced Canadian and US Budget Updates

Tax reform is all the rage in Canada and the US. With the next Federal budget around the corner, mark your calendar now to join top experts in Canada-US reforms during our Spring CE Summits. The knowledge value proposition is incomparable for advisors working with high net worth clients and those with family members or properties abroad.

Employment Opportunities for New Canadians: Statistics Point to Financial Services

Statistics show that the more education Canadians have, the better their chances of employment. This is especially true for newcomers to Canada. In that regard, the tax and financial services industries offer great opportunities for those ready to start their new lives and careers in Canada.

Leadership Development: Maintain Your Humility as You Develop Knowledge and Confidence

As Knowledge Bureau unveils our new Executive Business Builder Program, increasing our focus on leadership education and development in 2018, it’s important to explore what makes a great leader. Today we’ll focus on confidence vs humility. . .when it comes to leadership, what matters more?  Join us in discussing this topic on our Executive Business Builders Network.

Tax Audit Practices: Small-Business Owners Need Financial Education

Small businesses in Canada are responsible for employing 8.2 million Canadians, which is 70.5 percent (1) of the total labour force. Recent tax changes are impacting small-business owners, their families, and the middle-class population in general, significantly.  It’s time to take control with broader, deeper tax knowledge.

Let’s Collaborate: Get in on the DAC 2018 Agenda

Knowledge Bureau’s annual Distinguished Advisor Conference (DAC) will be taking place in beautiful Quebec City from November 11-14, 2018. The theme is “Changing the Face of Community – Collaboration with Impact.” We would love to hear what this means to you, and what you’d like to see in our compelling sessions at this pre-eminent educational event.

Mark Your Calendars: Post-Budget Analysis for Canada and the U.S.

Knowledge Bureau is pleased to announce that its next professional development days - the CE Summits -  will held May 29 to June 6 in Winnipeg, Calgary, Vancouver, and Toronto. Featuring special guest Dean Smith of Cadesky Tax, who will join Evelyn Jacks to discuss post-budget tax reforms in Canada and the U.S.
 
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Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you agree with the government’s plan to introduce the new Canada Groceries Essentials Benefit (CGEB)?

  • Yes
    7 votes
    30.43%
  • No
    16 votes
    69.57%