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Opportunity: Canadian Dollar Stabilizes, Somewhat

Things have started to turn around for the Canadian dollar in the second quarter of 2025. It hit a 22 year low in January of 2025. Investors and property owners, who have been swooning at the high burn rate in their travel plans and property maintenance abroad, may wish to consider recent more positive trends and consider some risk mitigation opportunities now that the dollar is stabilizing somewhat.  

Statistics Canada’s newsletter for small and medium-sized businesses

To keep small and medium-sized business owners abreast of statistical news and trends, Statistics Canada publishes a monthly enewsletter.

New tax treaty to boost trade

A new tax treaty will increase trade and investment between Canada and Hong Kong.

Featured Book: Master Your Retirement

This book by Douglas V. Nelson says don't just 'do' retirement, master it! KBR readers get $5 off if you buy before Nov. 27 - and it makes a great stocking stuffer!

Featured Course: Debt & Cash Flow Management

Earn 30 CE Credits with this self-study, online course designed especially for financial advisors who want to specialize in helping clients develop strong personal net worth statements by managing debt and establishing a savings process.

Lessons learned at DAC Day 1: Taking our bearings

The global economy is on the road to recovery. In fact, said veteran economist Patricia Croft, a speaker at the opening day of the Distinguished Advisor Conference in Naples, Fla., we are half way there.

Lesson learned Day 2: Charting our course

Sailing in uncharted waters means taking new approaches and speakers at Day 2 of the Distinguished Advisor Conference advocated a collaborative approach.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you believe Canada’s tax system based, on self-assessment, has suffered under recent changes at CRA and by Finance Canada? If so, what is the one wish you have for tax reform?

  • Yes
    343 votes
    69.86%
  • No
    148 votes
    30.14%