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Tax Tip: The More Obscure Medical Expenses

Are you claiming all the medical expenses you or your clients might be entitled to? 

Your Financial Toolkit aims to boost financial literacy

As part of the federal government's commitment to financial literacy, the website of the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada is now home to the innovative Your Financial Toolkit.

Shell companies and money laundering: U.S. law firms offer the best deals

"Shell companies” — those companies that exist only on paper and possess no real employees or assets — can be used legitimately, but a new study reveals just how easy it is to set up a shell company for illegal purposes.

Evelyn Jacks: Showing Gratitude Using Tax-free Benefits

At Thanksgiving we gather to share our gratitude withthe people who support us all year long, family and friends—yes, but also our wonderful staff.The tax system makes it easy to do so; employers can selectfrom a series of tax-free benefits, to show their appreciation for their staff's contribution.

Importance of business location for First Nations tax exemption claims

DISTINGUISHED PRACTICES: Tips for Real Wealth Managers™. A July Tax Court of Canada decision clarified the importance of the location of a business for the purpose of tax exemption.

Did You Know? Measures to cut red tape for small businesses

 As part of its Red Tape Reduction efforts, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has created a dedicated team that is charged with cutting red tape for small businesses, thereby enhancing service.As part of its Red Tape Reduction efforts, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has created a dedicated team that is charged with cutting red tape for small businesses, thereby enhancing service.

Featured People: David Christianson’s insightful, funny new book is now available

Are you disappointed and confused by all of the promises and claims made by the investment industry and the media? So is David Christianson. In Managing the Bull, he gives readers the tools to develop their Winner’s Mindset about money, and achieve financial freedom on their own terms. 
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Do you believe our tax system needs to be reformed and if so, what would be your first improvement? If not, what do you like about it?

  • Yes
    68 votes
    98.55%
  • No
    1 votes
    1.45%