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This Month’s Poll

Do you agree with the government’s plan to introduce the new  Canada Groceries Essentials Benefit (CGEB)?

Unemployed?  Check Out Consequences on the Tax Return

Statistics Canada released new unemployment numbers for February on April 21, 2016, and unfortunately, on a year-over-year basis, there were close to 35,000 more EI beneficiaries this February than there were in the same month a year ago—an increase of 6.7%.

Dave Christianson Sets a High Bar as MC of DAC 2016

Over the past 12 years the Distinguished Advisor Conference (DAC) has set a high bar for leaders in the professional financial services by encouraging strategic thought in their provision of wealth management advice.

Growth and Transition of Business: Focus of New Certificate Course

The tax filing deadline for proprietors is midnight June 15; this is also a great time to discuss transitions for growth with owner-managers: incorporation or transition to the next business owner.

Mark Your Calendar

Now that tax season is in full swing, Knowledge Bureau would like to remind you of some key dates to mark in your calendar: Regional DAW Workshops - May 24 to 31, Summer Studies Begin June 15, DAC  Nov 6 -9.

Life Purpose

"When you reach the end of your rope, tie a knot in it and hang on." Franklin D. Roosevelt

Tax Tips: If You Withdrew Funds from a RRIF, Check With Your Advisor Now

Did you know that beginning with the 2015 tax year, the minimum required taxable withdrawal from a Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF) was reduced? Did you claim the amount correctly on your 2015 tax return as a result?
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you agree with the government’s plan to introduce the new Canada Groceries Essentials Benefit (CGEB)?

  • Yes
    12 votes
    41.38%
  • No
    17 votes
    58.62%