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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:

Power of Attorney: The 8-Step Process You Need to Know

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Ensure Tax Planning Begins Right at the Primary Source of Wealth Creation

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Corporate Tax Bootcamp Featured Speaker: Larry Frostiak

Knowledge Bureau author and speaker, Larry Frostiak, will be joining the Distinguished Advisor Workshop tour this November as a featured speaker for the Corporate Tax Bootcamp, November 1-6 in a city near year.

Building Wealth for Retirement: What’s the Right Choice?

The Registered vs Non-Registered Savings Calculator let you see at a glance how your saving will accumulate over time based on your current savings balance and your plan for periodic deposits. The calculator shows the results in a non-registered savings account as well as in a registered savings account such as an RRSP or TFSA as well as the future value of the accumulated deposits.

Cottage Planning: How Many Rooms Will Tax Take?

Enjoying the summer cottage is a Canadian tradition. Do you know what your cottage is worth? According to David Christianson, this week’s guest columnist, a valuation this year might be a good idea, as high cottage values could bring succession challenges.  
 
 
 
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