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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:

Dividends Need Focus in Year End Planning

Over the past several years, corporate income tax rates have decreased which has affected reporting by individual investors on their personal returns for dividend income. 

Does “Topping Income Up” to Next Tax Bracket Make Sense?

Sarah is 67 and earning all her income in the lowest tax bracket. She has not yet started withdrawing money from her significant RRSP, which holds $800,000. When should she start? How much should she take into income?

Reduce Clawbacks with an RRSP Contribution

When a taxpayer's income falls into a clawback zone, a portion of a social benefit like OAS or EI must be repaid.

New Professional Programming from Knowledge Bureau

Knowledge Bureau is pleased to provide new opportunities for practitioners in the tax and financial services to embellish their skills this fall with new programming and special "early bird' tuition rates for online registrants. Enrol by Sept 15 for best pricing of the year.

DAC 2013: Jawad Rathore – Real Estate: An Important Diversifier in Building Future Wealth

What are the differences between various types of real estate investments that are available to investors?

Get In Shape for Tax Season: Corporate Tax & Year-End Planning Bootcamp

The Corporate Tax & Year-End Planning Bootcamp will help you provide the expertise your small-to-medium sized business owner clients seek for family wealth planning. Enrol by September 30 to ensure best pricing.
 
 
 
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