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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?

Evelyn Jacks: Rest in Peace, Mr. Flaherty

Canada is devastated at the loss of its great Finance Minister, Jim Flaherty, who few would argue was a truly wonderful soul.

Own U.S. Real Property? Know What is Required for Tax Purposes

Many people have taken advantage of the real estate market drop in the U.S. and have purchased U.S. real estate for personal use or as a rental property, but many do so not realizing what owning this kind of property means from a tax perspective.

Who Are Eligible Child Care Providers?

Child care expenses are claimable on form T778 by Canadian residents for services provided by any of the following in Canada (although deemed residents may qualify as well).

Deducting Disability Support

If you are disabled and incur expenses of an attendant or other disability supports purchased to enable you to earn employment or self-employment income or to pursue education, then you can claim the costs of disability supports on Line 215 so long as the expenses were not reimbursed.

People in the News

Knowledge Bureau's faculty and authors have been busy in the media this week!

Jacks on Tax: Get More of Your Hard-Earned Money Back

With the April 30 tax deadline quickly approaching, make sure that you file the most accurate and best returns for your family unit. Get Jacks on Tax at the Knowledge Bureau bookstore and popular bookstores across Canada.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

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?

  • Yes
    2 votes
    100%
  • No
    0 votes
    0%