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July 2025 Poll
Do you believe Canada’s tax system based, on self-assessment, has suffered under recent changes at CRA and by Finance Canada? If so, what is the one wish you have for tax reform?
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There is a growing demand for qualified tax specialists in the financial services sector. Knowledge Bureau’s DFA- Tax Services Specialist program™ will allow you to tap into this profitable career path and build your own professional practice. All it takes is six in-depth courses (180 hours) to earn your DFA-Tax Services Specialist™ designation, and you can get started immediately.
The January Advanced Personal Tax Update Workshop is Coming Soon across Canada
Knowledge Bureau’s Annual Personal Tax Bootcamp is coming soon: in six cities across Canada: January 17-25, 2017. Registrants are urged to reserve their spots early as seating is limited, and to take advantage of early-bird tuition reductions until January 10.
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"Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it." Charles R. Swindoll
Millions Suffer From Hearing Loss: Year-End Tax Planning Can Help
According to a recently released study by Statistics Canada, people who are socially isolated are more likely to experience a poor quality of life, morbidity and mortality. Loss of hearing has a big part to play in creating that feeling of isolation, particularly for women. Tax and financial advisors can directly help address the issues with some year-end tax planning.
Executors: How to Claim Donations On The Final Return
Executors will want to review donations strategies carefully before year end if managing the final affairs of someone who passed away in 2016. There are a series of new rules to be aware of.
