Should Deposit Insurance Be Raised from $100,000?
The Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation’s (CDIC) deposit protection is automatically applied when investors deposit money with a member bank or credit unions. The object is to protect depositors should a bank fail. The good news? There has not been a deposit insurance payout in almost 30 years. But now the framework is under review and both advisors and their clients may wish to weigh in, in particular because the deposit insurance limit is currently only $100,000 in specific deposit categories.Give The Gift Of Time: It’s Precious
It seems to sneak up on us every year: the Christmas Holiday season. Regardless of how you celebrate, it is a time to reflect, count your blessings, give, and re-evaluate how you will use your precious resources of time and money in the new year.
Knowledge Bureau Designate Highlight: Michelle Smith
Grow your business with the DFA - Bookkeeping Specialist™ Designation.
Review Changes Before Finalizing T Slips
While the March 2nd 2015 deadline for filing T4 slips is still some time away, CRA released publication RC4120-Employers’ Guide – Filing the T4 Slip and Summary on November 21, 2014.
Structure Your Estate For All Instances Or Courts Will
Is your estate planning up to date so that your final wishes will indeed be carried out? If not, things may not pan out, as the courts take matters into their own hands.
CRA Security Breaches: Taxpayers Must Be Able To Rely On Privacy
Canada has a taxation system that is based on self-assessment. We are required to accurately assess income, deductions and credits, filing our tax returns on time, or face penalties, interest and/or jail in serious instances.
TD1’s: 2015 Family Take Home Pay Drops
New Income Tax Estimator Can Help
Last week CRA issued the 2015 TD1 Personal Tax Credit Return and the corresponding provincial forms.
