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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:

What is the New Family Caregiver Amount?

A new tax credit found on Schedule 1 and 5 of the federal tax return bumps up your existing non-refundable credits by $2000 when you care for an infirm person. 

Avoid These Common Tax Filing Mistakes

Canadians love tax refunds, but hate rounding up the paperwork to do the return. That’s where common tax filing errors really begin.

Time to Increase Exposure to Stocks?

Be very careful about blanket advice.

Recognizing Tax Exempt Income

The best kind of income is the tax free kind, and indeed, several sources exist. 

Payroll Process Changes in a Paperless World

CRA form PD7A, Statement of Account for Current Source Deductions, along with the accompanying worksheet is the latest CRA form to move to the electronic age.

Lifestyle Column: 10 Neat Things

This week: 10 neat things about Dutch elm disease.
 
 
 
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
    6 votes
    10.53%
  • No
    51 votes
    89.47%