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May 2025 Poll
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?
FIRPTA and Capital Gains on the Sale of U.S. Real Estate
More and more Canadians are purchasing U.S. real estate for personal and/or rental use so this is a very important topic to understand before the purchase is made.
What is the Maximum Claim for the Disability Amount?
The maximum federal claim for 2014 is $7,766 per adult dependant.
Understanding Trusts
Over the summer, Knowledge Bureau will be taking an in depth look at the use of trusts in family wealth planning. An introduction to the topic begins the series.
Non-Residents Owning U.S. Real Estate
What exactly do Canadians need to know about owning U.S. real estate?
Charity Scheme Attract New Penalties
For the 2013 and future tax years, CRA will be allowed to collect up to 50% of the taxes they think are owing as a result of your participation in the scheme, even if you decide to file a Notice of Objection.
