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Worried about tariffs and their effects? Look at your taxes

Here are two ways to manage the effects of tariffs in Canada, plus three statements to prepare to ensure...

Worried about tariffs and their effects? Look at your taxes
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Tax due dates, credits and more: Your 2024 income tax return guide

We have everything you need to know about tax credits, changes and deadlines, and more. Get the info you...

Tax due dates, credits and more: Your 2024 income tax return guide

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Tax and estate planning for joint accounts

Many Canadians have questions about how accounts are transferred upon death. Here’s how it works when assets are held...

Tax and estate planning for joint accounts
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How are bonuses taxed in Canada?

If you’re getting a year-end work bonus or a raise, congrats! Before you spend it, know what deductions to...

How are bonuses taxed in Canada?

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“I have receipts”: Why you need to keep Canada income tax documents 

You can’t just claim anything. In preparing to file your income tax return, you will need to save receipts...

“I have receipts”: Why you need to keep Canada income tax documents 
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How your net income gets calculated for tax and OAS

To minimize taxes and maximize benefits, learn the difference between deductions, credits and other forms of tax relief by...

How your net income gets calculated for tax and OAS

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What Canada’s deferred capital gains tax change means for your taxes

The federal government has made a last-minute change to its capital gains inclusion rate increase. However, other tax changes...

What Canada’s deferred capital gains tax change means for your taxes
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When does the capital gains tax inclusion rate increase take effect?

Ottawa defers effective date of capital gains changes to 2026 and promises exemptions for the tax inclusion increase.

When does the capital gains tax inclusion rate increase take effect?

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Can seniors claim home renos on a tax return? If so, which ones?

Canadian seniors may be eligible for a tax credit on safety-related home renovations. Let’s look at the credits available...

Can seniors claim home renos on a tax return? If so, which ones?

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