Draft Legislation Released July 23, 2026
While Canadians were enjoying the height of summer 2026, Finance Canada released draft legislation for a number of previously announced tax measures including new rules for the disabled, apprentices in the trades, those with automobile benefits, farmers on the prairies and business owners buying assets or remitting GST/HST. A consultation has been issued on the proposed new rules, which must be emailed to the department by September 4. There are some important changes, some summarized below, which will also be covered in the September 23 CE Summit.Advisors Uncertain About Their Future: Finding New Direction
A new study shows that change in the financial services is leaving many advisors feeling unsettled and insecure about the future of their firms. If you’re one of them, exactly what are the solutions that can provide meaningful help to you?
DAC 2018: Dr. Jack Mintz to Address Canada’s Competitiveness
After decades of calm, the issue of competitiveness is front and centre for Canada. To address the best interests of your clients, your deeper knowledge about the emerging North American tax and trade reforms will serve you well, and there is no better person to help you interpret the changes than DAC Keynote speaker, celebrated tax expert and economist Dr. Jack Mintz.
Sneak Peek! Dig Deep and Overcome A.I. Risks with Tax Prep Value-Adds
The most professional tax practitioners are those who have excellent investigative skills in conducting the most exhaustive client interviews, and the best research skills in knowing when and where to look for help. Would you like to hone your skills and become one of them?
People in the News – David Booth
Accredited CGA and CPA David Booth recently took Intermediate Personal Tax Preparation and had the following to say about his experience:
Interest and Inflation Rate Hikes Ahead? Time to Manage Real Wealth
After holding interest rates at 1.25 percent since January, the Bank of Canada appears ready for raise the rate in its next announcement, July 11, when many economists expect it to increase to 1.5 percent. This small jump could affect millions of Canadians and is an opportunity for advisors and clients to lean in and plan for change.
Avoid Penalties: File TFSA Return by July 2
The TFSA filing deadline is coming up on July 2 (the standard June 30 deadline falls on a weekend). It doesn’t apply to all TFSA investors, but for those who do have to comply, abiding by the guidelines is essential to avoid penalties.
