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KBR Poll: A Huge Opportunity for Tax Reforms

The Knowledge Bureau News Network was vibrant last month, especially in the Knowledge Bureau Report Poll. Over 98% of readers who answered overwhelmingly were in favor of tax reforms and they had some great comments as well. Take a look:

2013 CPP contribution rates

For 2013, the maximum pensionable earnings under the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) will be $51,100, up $1,000 from $50,100 in 2012.

Next Week: Special Edition of KBR!

Next week's edition of Knowledge Bureau Report will be reporting live from the Distinguished Advisor Conference in Naples, Florida! Watch for live tweets @KnowledgeBureau  #DAC2012.

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Cheryl Crowe: Linking investments with values

Most people are interested in socially responsible investing, says expert Cheryl Crowe, which means advisors have much to gain by being knowledgeable.

The second leg of PRPP regulations

Pooled Registered Pension Plans (PRPPs) are inching their way toward becoming a way for Canadians without a workplace pension plan to save for retirement.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Does the new government’s promise, expected soon, to cut the lowest personal income tax rate by 1% to 14%, go far enough to help Canadians impacted by high costs? What are alternatives in your view?

  • Yes
    3 votes
    7.69%
  • No
    36 votes
    92.31%