Finance Canada Releases Draft Legislation January 29
February 27, 2026 is the last date to comment on a raft of draft legislation released at the end of January covering provisions from the November 4, 2025 Federal budget, the Fall 2024 Economic Statement, amendments from Budget 2021 regarding Hybrid Mismatching Arrangements, technical changes to two investment tax credits, dating back to 2022 and 2023, as well as corporate changes regarding the Global Minimum Tax. The key measures to note appear below:Designate Spotlight: Michael Van Lierop, FDFS™, RWM™
Knowledge Bureau congratulates Michael van Lierop and his whole team at NOW – New Outlook Wealth in Winnipeg for graduating with the RWM™ designation. In this interview with Michael, who has also taken a leadership role at the Acuity Conference for Distinguished Advisors, November 23-26 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico as a Platinum Sponsor, we find out more about his innovative firm, his passions and how the RWM – Real Wealth Management – framework has been a game-changer.
Enhance Your Knowledge & Technical Skills: CE Summits – Advisory Diploma
Especially for tax planners and financial advisors: we are transitioning to a new economy with a new government. Gain critical insights into tax efficient retirement and estate planning to help your clients mitigate risk. Mark your calendar to attend Canada’s most current virtual continuing educational summit from Knowledge Bureau on May 21. Learn about the new Liberal government’s proposals for 2025 and beyond and earn a new credential, too: Knowledge Bureau’s new CE Summits – Advisory Diploma, Register now to May 15 and save up to 50%.
Tax Tip: The More Obscure Medical Expenses
Are you claiming all the medical expenses you or your clients might be entitled to?
Job Loss? Ways to Tap into Financial Help
Last time we discussed ways to save money on a severance package using an RRSP and other important tax planning options. In the final instalment of this series, we’ll discuss other accounts to tap to meet cash flow needs, the tax consequences of challenging the amount of severance and a little-known tax trap when it comes to EI (Employment Insurance).
Military and Police Members Eligible for Tax Relief
If you have clients who are members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), they may be eligible for a special tax credit. Here's what you need to know:
Introducing a New Way to Earn CE Credits: Master the News!
Introducing the Knowledge Bureau News Network – a new financial education environment everyone can engage in and in the case of professional tax and financial advisors, to start earning CE/CPD Credits, too. Check out the three networks to choose from. There are absolutely no pre-requisites; just a desire to master the news and what it means to the decisions you need to make about your finances, your business and your influential role in your community. Here’s how it works:
