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Mid-Summer Reviews: When to Collect OAS and CPP

Did you know that 61% of Canadians are afraid of running out of money during retirement? According to a new CPP Investments survey, that fear is widespread. Yet surprisingly few people understand even the basics of public pension planning. For example, Canadians are not obliged to begin OAS or CPP at age 65. By delaying, they can significantly boost after-tax income and improve retirement security.

Are We Richer Now Than We Were 30 Years Ago?

There has been a lot said and written about the state of the middle class, with some people claiming that we are worse off now than we were 30 years ago.

IRS to Tax Bitcoins and Other Virtual Currencies Like Property, Not Currency

Virtual currencies are becoming more and more popular and tax authorities throughout the world are considering how to handle them.

People In the News

Knowledge Bureau's faculty and authors have been busy in the media this week!

Now Available – Get the Important Cross Border Facts

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Audit Defence – Documenting the Client Experience

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Ontario Taxes for 2014

The pre-budget consultations for the 2014 Ontario budget closed on March 28 but the date of the budget has yet to be announced. However, recently leaked government documents indicate that the budget will be presented in the first week of May.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

A public consultation on whether the CDIC’s deposit insurance limit should be raised to $150,000 per deposit category is underway. Do you agree?

  • Yes
    83 votes
    93.26%
  • No
    6 votes
    6.74%