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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?
Yes: 6 votes
10.34%
No: 52 votes
89.66%
 

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How to Avoid Tax Hikes When Withdrawing RRIFs

This is the first year I am required to withdraw some money from my RRIF account. However, that amount along with CPP and OAS will bump me up to almost $90K. I am probably not eligible to contribute to my spouse's RRSP, so are there any other ways to reduce my tax burden to CRA? 

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EFILE Changes for 2014 Season Announced

Professional tax advisors should now be familiar with new EFILE procedures for 2014, which will begin on February 10, 2014. 

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Minimize The December 15 Quarterly Tax Instalment

December 15 is just around the corner and that’s the time seniors and others who do not have tax deducted at source make their final quarterly tax instalment remittances.

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Civil & Criminal Tax Law: Keep Admissibility of Evidence in Mind

Those involved in criminal tax evasion cases are advised to bear civil tax consequences in mind when negotiating plea bargains and making admissions because the Tax Court of Canada (TCC) may admit evidence that may be otherwise inadmissible, if unchallenged in prior criminal proceedings.

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Claim the Costs of Adopting a Child

If you adopt a child, you may claim a credit for the adoption expenses in the year that the adoption becomes final. This amount may be claimed by either spouse.

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