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Coming This Month: Changes to Business Registration Online

More changes are coming to how your clients will access Business Registration Online (BRO). Starting July 14, 2026, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) your business clients will only be able to access BRO through their CRA account. As usual, it’s the taxpayer who is responsible for on time remittances and the burden of proof in an increasingly digital relationship with CRA. Here’s what you need to know:

Life Purpose

"It is neither wealth nor splendor; but tranquility and occupation which give you happiness." Thomas Jefferson

Avoid Tax on Lump Sums on Retirement or Termination

Whenever possible, avoid adding a large lump sum to your taxable income in one tax year.  This can be especially problematic when a severance package or termination payment on retirement is received.

First Budget Bill Passes, But Without Corporate Class Fund Changes

Bill C-15 Budget Implementation Act, 2016, No. 1 has passed in parliament and has moved on to the Senate for approval.  This Bill implements some, but not all, of the tax measures introduced in the 2016 Federal Budget.

Changes Begin in July: DAC Enhances New Value Proposition

The Distinguished Advisor Conference agenda, has just been released, chocked full of opportunities to build knowledge and business skills and earn valuable continuing professional development accreditation:  check it out for yourself and learn more about the 19 thought leaders who will inspire you!

When are Fees Paid to Advisors Deductible?

Fees paid to financial advisors are in focus these days, as new fee transparency and account performance reporting is being introduced under the third phase of CRM2 next month.

Financial Planning and Advice: Is an Integrated Regulator the Answer?

Does financial planning require its own regulatory oversight? That’s the issue the Ministry of Finance in Ontario has charged an expert committee with. Their preliminary recommendations propose an “integrated regulator” and significant restrictions on who has the qualifications to hold themselves out as a financial planner. Consultations on the matter must be submitted by tomorrow, June 17.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Is the new Canada Groceries and Essential Benefit the right solution to help Canadians with inflation?

  • Yes
    6 votes
    10.71%
  • No
    50 votes
    89.29%