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How does the 2024 capital gains inclusion rate increase impact you and your business? UPDATE: On June 10th, the government released their Notice of Ways and Means motion to the House of Commons. Read the…

Canada Carbon Rebate for Small Businesses Announced in the 2024 Federal budget, the government of Canada stated that they will return more than $2.5 billion in Carbon Taxes to around 600,000 small- and medium-sized businesses…

Boost Your Digital Presence with the Digital Service Squad Running a small business is demanding, leaving little time for creating an effective online presence. If you're struggling to build a website or devise a social…

Canada Dental Care Plan: Guide for Employees and Employers Health Canada introduced the Canada Dental Care Plan (CDCP) on December 11, 2023, to offer dental coverage to eligible Canadian residents. This initiative provides financial aid…

CRA has confirmed lower interest rates for Q3 of 2024 For the first time in 2 years, the CRA have announced a reduction in its prescribed interest rates. These rates apply on overdue taxes, refund…

Achen Henderson featured in Investment Executive Magazine on Underused Housing Tax updates 2025-11-15 UPDATE: This measure was cancelled in the 2025 budget bill. Taxpayers are still responsible to file and pay UHT for 2022-2024. In…

Important Update: Bare Trusts Exempt from 2023 Trust Reporting Requirements Many unsuspecting citizens are now becoming aware of the Government’s recent roll out of the new reporting guidelines for trusts. These measures are aimed at…

David Crawford on the proposed UHT changes - InvestmentExecutive.ca 2025-11-15 UPDATE: This measure was cancelled in the 2025 budget bill. Taxpayers are still responsible to file and pay UHT for 2022-2024. We're excited to share…

2026 CRA per-kilometer allowance rates The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has adjusted the per-kilometer rates for vehicle allowances, varying by year and location. Here's a breakdown of the recent revisions: 2026 Automobile Allowance Rates: -…

Cracking Down on Non-Compliant Short-Term Rentals: What You Need to Know In the 2023 Fall Economic Statement, the Canadian federal government announced a significant move to deny the deductions for owners of non-compliant short-term rentals.…

Understanding the First Home Savings Account (FHSA) in Canada The First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is a tax-free savings account designed to help first-time homebuyers save up to $40,000 for a home purchase. Introduced through…

Retirement Hub by the Government of Canada Are you planning for your retirement? Do you want to learn more about your public pension options like the Canada Pension Plan (“CPP”) and Old Age Security (“OAS”)…