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Fuel Excise Tax on Hold But Inflation is Not

The U.S.-Israel war on Iran has thrown global oil prices into turmoil and there is plenty of fallout for consumers. Travelling to Europe this summer? That’s in jeopardy, as jet fuel may run out.  Looking for relief at the pumps instead? The recently announced suspended federal excise tax on gasoline, unleaded aviation gasoline, diesel fuel and aviation fuel here in Canada will soften the blow, but only temporarily: it will be zero from April 20 to September 7, 2026. Here’s what you need to know:

Quebec Budget Lowers Corporate Taxes

The Quebec provincial budget was presented on March 26, 2015. 

Difficult Client Conversations? Manage Your Body Language

Many people under estimate the power of body language and communication, especially when it comes to communicating with their clients. In this book except, Catherine Bell gives you some tips in communication management.

Multi Generation Planning: Submit Your Speaking Topic Now!

You are invited.... To make a difference in continuing professional development in the financial services in Canada at DAC 2015 - Multi Generation Planning: Growing New Wealth and Relationships in a Digital World.

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Knowledge Bureau Highlight: Dan Allen

Meet Dan Allen, Certified Financial Planner, Master Financial Advisor- Retirement Income Services Specialist

Canadians Doing Business In China can Now Use The Renminbi

Three important initiatives were announced by Finance Canada this week:  a US-dollar denominated global bond issue and second, more significantly the launch of North America’s first trading hub using Chinese currency, the renminbi or RMB, which is poised to take a leading position as a global trading currency, after the US Dollar and the Euro.
 
 
 
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