Inflation a scourge for retirees? Ottawa’s silver lining(s)
Inflation and taxes—both can affect retirement income. Thankfully CPP, OAS and GIS have inflation indexing. Here’s how it may...
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Tax implications of making transfers between registered accounts
When transferring money from LIRA to a LIF and RRSP, would that result in being taxed twice?
The best way to save for retirement in your 20s
Financial experts often tell young people to start investing early to benefit from compound growth. But what if you...
OAS entitlement and deferral rules for immigrants to Canada
A person who moves to Canada in middle age won’t be entitled to the maximum Old Age Security pension....
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How to plan for retirement for Canadians: A review of Four Steps to a Worry-Free Retirement course
Just in time for Canadian Financial Literacy Month in November, Four Steps to a Worry-Free Retirement course by Kyle...
How to avoid tax on severance pay in Canada
Find out how you can reduce the tax payable on a severance payment, and what happens when receiving a...
Alberta Pension Plan: Why Alberta wants to leave the CPP—and what would replace it
The province says pulling out of the Canada Pension Plan to create its own pension fund would benefit Albertans....
CPP and disability: When should you retire and start your pension?
When collecting disability, retiring early is an option. But find out how that can impact disability income and retirement...
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Making a plan: How to withdraw money from a retirement account
Canadians have quite a few options for retirement savings. But before you look at when to retire and start...