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The Importance of Provincial Budgets: Elbows Up and No Bracket Creep!

Some of the right things are happening in Nova Scotia, from the perspective of improving standards of living in that province.  And that’s important news because according to the Fraser Institute, Canadians have suffered the worst five-year decline in their standard of living over the 2020-to-2024 period since the Great Depression.  It notes, our Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per person decreased by 2.0% (0.4% annually) ; this despite aggregate GDP growth of 1.5% over the period.  Further, all ten provinces are experiencing stagnation, which is unique in our history.  So what’s the good news in Nova Scotia, at this critical juncture?

Knowlege Bureau Designate Highlight: Wendy Pashulka

Wendy Pashulka from Airdrie, Alberta said she would definately recommend the T1 Professional Tax Preparation-Basic course.

Sorting the Mail from CRA

With the introduction of online mail for both preparers and clients, sorting out who will get what when can be quite confusing.

Pay Yourself First

Although submission of a TD1 form is not required each year, it’s always a good idea to ensure that your employer is not withholding more taxes than absolutely necessary – after all, it’s your money.

2015 Pre Budget Online Consultation for the Federal Government’s Economic Action Plan

Federal Finance Minister Joe Oliver is seeking input on a number of key issues for the 2015 Economic Action Plan.

Two Designates Receive Thumbs Up Fom Knowledge Bureau

Knowledge Bureau gives a thumbs up to two folks who participated in the Toronto Distinguished Advisor Workshop. 

Tax Tip For 2015

File an audit-proof return on time 
 
 
 
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