Ottawa to lower taxes for small businesses
Among other measures, the federal government is proposing a reduction to the small business tax rate to 9% by 2019 from 11% today
- By: Tessie Sanci
- April 21, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 16:50
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Plans announced for new regime to prevent major bank failures
The ‘too big to fail’ measures will follow international principals
- By: James Langton
- April 21, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 16:45
Ottawa makes significant changes to RRIFs
New minimum withdrawal rules for RRIFS will allow retired Canadians to preserve up to 50% more capital to age 90
- By: Megan Harman
- April 21, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 16:40
More consumer protection in the Bank Act
New national strategy for financial literacy to be unveiled in coming months
- By: James Langton
- April 21, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 16:35
Budget pushes for better corporate governance, CCMR participation
Measures pioneered by provinces to improve cooperation backed by Ottawa
- By: James Langton
- April 21, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 16:30
Feds increase TFSA room
New annual limit will be $10,000, double the amount of the TFSA’s original yearly contribution
- By: Tessie Sanci
- April 21, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 16:25
Reporting requirements for foreign assets eased
Change brings relief for investors with relatively modest foreign property holdings
- By: Rudy Mezzetta
- April 21, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 16:20
Family tax credit to be adjusted to allow couples to transfer education tax credits
Families adversely affected by existing rules will be automatically re-assessed
- By: Rudy Mezzetta
- April 21, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 16:10
Balanced budget achieved with cuts to risk provisions and asset sales
Oil price plunge and slowing economy reduce surplus expectations in years ahead
- By: James Langton
- April 21, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 16:00
Feds aim to combat tax evasion and avoidance
Compliance efforts are expected to yield $629 million in tax revenue for the CRA during the next five years
- By: Rudy Mezzetta
- April 21, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 15:50
Broader rules for charitable donations from asset sales
Dispositions of shares in private corporations or real estate that are donated may be eligible for capital gains exemption after 2016
- By: Megan Harman
- April 21, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 15:45
Feds deliver balanced budget
Balanced budget legislation and reduction of small business tax rate are key planks of Joe Oliver’s first federal budget
- By: Tracy LeMay
- April 21, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 15:30
Rookies: Build a better relationship with your manager
Meet frequently and make use of resources
- By: Leah Golob
- April 16, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 09:50
Budget 2015 webinar
Keep on top of all the latest tax changes in this year’s federal budget with noted tax expert Jamie Golombek
- By: Jamie Golombek
- April 13, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 14:00
Three tips for delivering your newsletter
Offer it in print and digital form and share it online
- By: Leah Golob
- April 13, 2015 November 16, 2019
- 13:01
Developing content for your client newsletter
Provide a balance of lifestyle and financial information
- By: Leah Golob
- April 10, 2015 November 16, 2019
- 15:00
Steering an estate with a spousal trust
This type of trust can be especially useful for clients with blended families
- By: Rudy Mezzetta
- April 9, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 14:40
Three tips for an effective newsletter
Stay on your clients’ radar between meetings
- By: Leah Golob
- April 9, 2015 November 16, 2019
- 13:00
Estate planning with alter-ego and joint partner trusts
For clients 65 and older, these living trusts can provide a number of important advantages
- By: Rudy Mezzetta
- April 8, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 15:00
Navigating the new rules for testamentary trusts
Despite changes to the tax treatment of testamentary trusts, experts say they still have benefits
- By: Rudy Mezzetta
- April 7, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 15:15
Get more LinkedIn profile views
A unique approach can help you stand out from the pack
- By: Leah Golob
- April 7, 2015 November 16, 2019
- 09:41
How to promote your client-appreciation event
Give lots of notice and make it unique
- By: Leah Golob
- March 31, 2015 November 17, 2019
- 10:10
Three steps to planning a successful client-appreciation event
Consider your target audience’s interests and needs
- By: Leah Golob
- March 30, 2015 November 17, 2019
- 10:00
Four ways to say, “Thanks for your business”
Client appreciation is key to deepening relationships
- By: Leah Golob
- March 27, 2015 November 17, 2019
- 10:00
The pension puzzle: Public or private?
Too few company pensions and stretched public finances are heating up the debate over adequate retirement funding
- By: Ann MacAulay
- March 26, 2015 November 9, 2019
- 23:00