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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?
Couples Who Borrow to Invest Need to Mind Tax Guidelines
Here’s a common issue encountered by tax and financial advisors. The client is Mr. X who has borrowed money to invest and wants to write off the interest. Can the investments be held jointly with his wife, Mrs. X for estate and tax planning purposes? What are the pitfalls to consider?
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.
Recognizing Tax Exempt Income
The best kind of income is the tax free kind, and indeed, several sources exist.
