Budget

July 21, 2021

Older seniors to get extra Old Age Security in the coming months

One-time $500 payment, plus extra 10% annually for those over age of 75 in 2022 comes on top of indexation adjustment.   Seniors may be in […]
April 21, 2021

Commentary on the Federal Budget 2021

A. Personal Measures COVID-19 Benefit Amounts – Tax Treatment Budget 2021 proposes to allow individuals the option to claim a deduction in respect of the repayment […]
March 30, 2021

Canadian Tax Planner

As the devastating economic consequences of the novel coronavirus pandemic started to emerge, the Bank of Canada hurriedly pushed through cuts to its key policy interest […]
March 30, 2021

Canadian Tax Planner

Death and Taxes – Tax Planning Opportunities and Pitfalls With the Canadian demographic aging and a health crisis sweeping the globe, many individuals are reflecting on […]
March 23, 2021

“That’s not a write-off” scene from Schitt’s Creek


March 23, 2021

Pattie Lovett-Reid: Don’t even think about trying to outsmart Canada Revenue Agency

 HUNTSVILLE, ONT. — As the April 30 tax filing deadline rapidly approaches, it isn’t wise to think you can outsmart the Canada Revenue Agency. They know where […]
March 13, 2021

Canadian Financial Planner

As the devastating economic consequences of the novel coronavirus pandemic started to emerge, the Bank of Canada hurriedly pushed through cuts to its key policy interest […]
March 1, 2021

There are new rules this tax season, courtesy of COVID-19. Here’s what you need to know

Those who worked from home may get money back while those who collected benefits may get tax bill. Heads up, Canadians: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, […]
February 13, 2021

Pattie Lovett-Reid: RRSP or TFSA, what’s right for you?

HUNTSVILLE, ONT. — The clock is ticking – RRSP or TFSA – you decided, but it’s a good idea to pick one of them. It is […]