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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. 

Twenty & Thirty-Somethings: Is Failure to Launch About Confidence?

Toronto, Ontario.  Why are highly educated young people unable to land great jobs and move out of the basement? Is it about youth and inexperience or is it about standing out in a lacklustre economy? Catherine Bell thinks it’s about “Presence.” 

Shake Out the Cobwebs Before Tax Season

Sharpen and refresh your knowledge in time for the upcoming busy 2014 tax season with the Personal Tax Bootcamp. Enrol by November 30 for best tuition prices.

HOT OFF THE PRESSES!

Just in time for the holidays, Knowledge Bureau is pleased to have our newest books, Financial Fotographs and Empower Your Presence, in stock. Give the gift of financial literacy and true wealth to your clients, family, and friends. Order today!

Expertly Handle Cross Border Taxation Issues for Your Clients This Tax Season

Be prepared to discuss cross border taxation with a comprehensive general knowledge, as well as recognize and advise on how certain actions on both sides of the border affect a person’s tax situation. Enrol in Cross Border Taxation by December 4 and save $200 on tax deductible tuition fees.

Maximize Charitable Donation Opportunities Before Year End

Use Knowledge Bureau’s Donations Savings Calculator to help determine the tax savings and after-tax cost of charitable donations. Try a free demo!

Tax Brackets and Personal Amounts Will Increase in 2014

Increases to tax bracket thresholds, amounts relating to non-refundable credits, and most other amounts will take effect on January 1, 2014 based on an indexation increase of 0.9%, CRA has announced.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you believe Canada’s tax system based, on self-assessment, has suffered under recent changes at CRA and by Finance Canada? If so, what is the one wish you have for tax reform?

  • Yes
    366 votes
    71.21%
  • No
    148 votes
    28.79%