August 2025 Poll
A public consultation on whether the CDIC’s deposit insurance limit should be raised to $150,000 per deposit category is underway. Do you agree?Budget 2015: What’s in it For You
How did the Pre-Election Budget help you?
We've included several scenario's in this report to help you consider whether you were a winner.
Scenario 1: Young Couple No Children
Michael and Jessica are a young couple living in their condo in Vancouver. How will the budget affect them?
Scenario 2: A Young Family
Matthew and Ashley live in Winnipeg. They have two children, ages 3 and 5. They own their own home.
Scenario 3: Retired Couple with RRIFs
Brian and Patricia retired a few years ago. Brian is 74 and Patricia is 72. The couple live in Halifax, NS and have RRIF balances of $300,000 and $400,000 respectively.
Scenario 4: Seniors Without TFSAs
Robert and Jackie are contemplating retirement. Robert is 65, earns $55,000 from employment and also receives a $24,000 pension.
Scenario 5: Single Taxpayer – No Children
Glen is single, age 55. He lives alone in a rental apartment in Hamilton, Ontario. His current salary is $55,000. His rent is $1,000/month.
