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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:

Tax Strategies for Financial Advisors: Excerpt

As a new FPSC-approved program, here is an excerpt from Tax Strategies for Financial Advisors.

Tax-Free Benefits: Non-Cash Gifts Under $500

A gift (either in cash or in kind) from your employer is an employment benefit. However, non-cash gifts and non-cash awards to an employee for the year with a total aggregate value less than $500 is non-taxable. The total value in excess of $500 annually will be taxable.

Certified Audit Defence Specialists Ready for Post-Season

Close to 150 professional tax and financial advisors from across Canada are now certified to prepare files to defend their clients in the case of audit as a result of successfully completing the Audit Defence Distinguished Advisor Workshop recently held in Winnipeg, Calgary, Vancouver, and Toronto.

DAC 2013: Stig O. Nybo – Reawaken the Super-Saver: Retirement 2063

10,000 boomers are turning age 65 every day in America, but are they ready to retire financially?

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.
 
 
 
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