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This Week’s Edition of KBR:

October 2024 Poll

October was small business month! Do you think more Canadians today are interested in starting their own businesses?
Yes: 54 votes
65.06%
No: 29 votes
34.94%
 

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History of Pension Reforms in Canada

Last month we took a walk through the history of tax reform in Canada.  This week, we’ll share a timeline of pension reform in Canada with a walk through of significant provisions since 1927, found in the Canadian Museum of History.  But before you take a peek, see if you can answer a short pension quiz, especially if you are a retirement planner or tax advisor:

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CBA and CPA Joint Report: Taxpayers May Face Severe Consequences

When it comes to disputes with Canada Revenue Agency, there is a presumption that the individual or company will receive fair treatment by the Agency and under Canadian law. However, a report from Audit Powers Working Group of the Joint Committee on Taxation of the Canadian Bar Association and Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada raises four areas of concern about proposed changes to CRA powers.

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The State of Conjugal Relationships in Canada

An updated report from Statistics Canada at the end of September shows new information of the state of conjugal relationships in Canada.  The findings are interesting and surprising and provide a glimpse into family life in the country, based on the government’s definitions of conjugal arrangements since 1991.

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It’s Small Business Month in Canada

It’s the time to celebrate our innovative risk takers:  the Canadian Entrepreneurs! Small Business week is Oct 20-26!  We are celebrating with Tuition Fee Reductions on Business Tax and Management Courses from Knowledge Bureau.  As a DMA™- Small Business Management Specialist you’ll be position to help business leaders create and implement strategies, processes and plans that develop and enable business growth. Or take advantage of this educational opportunity to scale up your own enterprise to its greatest potential. Check out these special offers for the month of October!

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CE Savvy Summit: Learn New Year-End Tax Planning Techniques

New Capital Gains Inclusion Rates Change the Game: are you prepared to help?  Learn New Year-End Tax Planning Techniques from Our Special Guest Experts. Upskill Your Knowledge, Network Virtually with Canada’s Top Tax Experts plus earn 15 CE Credits before year end! 

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