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Capital Gains Taxation – Election Promises

The federal government announced in the February 2024 budget that the inclusion rate would rise to 66.7% (two-thirds) for capital gains exceeding $250,000 annually for individuals, as well as for corporations and trusts. However, in January 2025, the government deferred this change to January 1, 2026.

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RRSPs and Your 2024 Tax Return

A Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) is a cornerstone of Canada's retirement savings framework, offering individuals a tax-advantaged means to accumulate funds for retirement.

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Harvesting Capital Gains & Losses

Prior to the end of each tax year, Financial and Investment Advisors review the portfolios of their clients with an eye to “Tax Loss Selling”.  The idea behind this annual review is multifold but in November and December, the focus becomes which investments...

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Back to School

With September around the corner, Back-to-School is on the mind of Students and Parents alike.  While students in primary or secondary school will not see any notable changes in finances, it’s a different story for Post-Secondary students as they now enter the...

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