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Opportunity: Canadian Dollar Stabilizes, Somewhat

Things have started to turn around for the Canadian dollar in the second quarter of 2025. It hit a 22 year low in January of 2025. Investors and property owners, who have been swooning at the high burn rate in their travel plans and property maintenance abroad, may wish to consider recent more positive trends and consider some risk mitigation opportunities now that the dollar is stabilizing somewhat.  

Advisor Penalties Not Criminal in Nature Says Federal Court of Appeal

On June 12, 2013, the Federal Court of Appeal released its decision in Canada v. Guindon (2013 FCA 153). The issue to be determined was whether advisor penalties levied under Section 163.2 of the Income Tax Act (the “Act”) created an “offence” within the purview of Section 11 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (the “Charter”).

Financial Literacy Leader Apply Here

On June 20, the Honourable Ted Menzies, Minister of State, Finance, announced that the selection process for the first Financial Literacy Leader of Canada was officially underway.

Tax Relief for Alberta Flood Victims

On June 22, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) announced that taxpayers who have been affected by the recent flooding in the Calgary area would have access to the taxpayer relief provisions, if they were unable to meet their tax obligations on time.

Evelyn Jacks: Six Laws of a Long and Happy Life

Wondering if we’ll ever get summer this year? Here’s something to ponder if you’re stuck at the cottage in the rain. . .the six laws of a long and happy life.

Manage Quarterly Instalments for 2013

Avoid owing more than $2,999 at your balance due date. Here's why...

Critical Illness: MFA and DFA-Specialists Can Help

Do you know of someone dealing with the devastation of critical illness? There is much we can do from a tax efficiency point of view to help and guide families. 
 
 
 
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
    345 votes
    69.98%
  • No
    148 votes
    30.02%