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The CRA TSlip Saga: An Update

This tax season has been particularly challenging for both taxpayers and tax professionals. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) provides tax information slips—such as T3, T4, T5, and their variations—through secure online portals: My Account and Represent a Client (RAC). This year, there were lots of problems with these portals, and now, it appears, CRA is not being quite transparent about when the slips were actually visible to clients and that doesn’t seem fair. Here’s an update on where we stand now.

Digital Divide Highlights Canada’s Growing Population

Canada is growing! We are now  35,056,064 strong, but there is a digital divide between young and old! 

Do Knowledge Bureau Courses Qualify for Insurance Council Credits

Yes, many of Knowledge Bureau’s self-study courses are recognized by Insurance Councils across Canada.

Understanding Synthetic Dispositions – Put-Call Collar

We continue our Synthetic Dispositions series this week with a look at an example of a Put-Call Collar and the effect of the March 21, 2013 federal budget has on reporting requirements.

Are You Prepared to Act as Power of Attorney for a Loved One with Confidence?

You, like millions of others, may have to handle financial affairs for a loved one at some stage or another. You may already be doing so. One way or the other, you have an important responsibility. Join us in Winnipeg for Attorney School, June 1, 2013 for only $99.

Early Financial Education Paves the Way to a Rich Future

A perfect graduation gift, The Smart, Savvy Young Consumer provides great advice on how to make smart decisions with your money early in life, paving the way for a rich future. Buy 3, Get 1 Free.

Especially for Experienced Tax and Financial Advisors:

Use of Trusts in Tax and Estate Planning.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Are your clients owed money by CRA? As of March 31, 2025, the CRA holds about 10.2 million uncashed cheques totalling $1.7 billion. In your view, why is this happening?

  • Yes
    12 votes
    60%
  • No
    8 votes
    40%