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September 2025 Poll

On September 2, Finance Minister Champagne mandated CRA to implement a 100-day plan to “strengthen services, improve access, and reduce delays.” That’s by December 11, 2025. Do you believe this approach will help?
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Real Tax News

A Sigh of Relief Regarding Passive Investment Income: But No Grandfathering

Two new measures were introduced in the February 27, 2018 budget that curtail the advantages of investing inside a private corporation, starting in 2019. All was met with a collective sigh of relief, considering the flawed fall proposals. However, there is still a twist - no grandfathering provisions for private corporations under two new proposals:

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Debt Management Series: Home Buyers Plan

Do you have clients looking to buy their first home? Ensure they’re familiar with the ins and outs of the Home Buyers Plan to help them fund their purchase.

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Knowledge Bureau proud to Support Children’s Charities at Winn$tock

Over $1Million will have been raised this week at the 14th Annual Winn$tock Battle of the Bands in support of children’s charities in Winnipeg.

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Budget Updates 2018: Don’t Miss the Spring CE Summit Agenda

Knowledge Bureau has unveiled the comprehensive agenda for the Spring 2018 CE Summit workshops. There are three key reasons to make the time for fast-paced, interactive national event.

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New Essential Tax Facts: Includes February 27, 2018 Budget Proposals

Knowledge Bureau’s Evelyn Jacks’ new book  Essential Tax Facts How to Make the Right Tax Moves and Be Audit-Proof, Too has incorporated the latest Federal Budget to help professional advisors and their clients in their relationship with CRA.  Featuring Audit-Buster Checklist and, this book can help you position yourself for greater success, post-tax filing season.

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