February 19, 2020
Income tax is a big-ticket item for most retired Canadians. Especially for those who are no longer paying a mortgage, the annual tax bill may be […]
February 19, 2020
If there is one invariable “rule” of financial and retirement planning of which most Canadians are aware, it is the unquestioned wisdom of making regular contributions […]
February 19, 2020
There’s no denying that the Canadian tax system is complex, even for individuals with relatively straightforward tax and financial circumstances. As well, significant costs can follow […]
January 14, 2020
The Canada Pension Plan contribution rate for 2020 is increased to 5.25% of pensionable earnings for the year. The maximum pensionable earnings for the year will […]
January 14, 2020
The Quebec Pension Plan contribution rate for employees and employers for 2020 is 5.7%, and maximum pensionable earnings are $58,700. The basic exemption is $3,500. The […]
December 14, 2019
For most Canadians, registered retirement savings plans (RRSPs) don’t become top of mind until near the end of February, as the annual contribution deadline (which, for […]
November 14, 2019
To win elections, politicians need votes. And to run the election campaigns needed to garner those votes, those politicians need an organization, volunteers, and money — […]
November 14, 2019
Most Canadians expend a considerable amount of time and effort in order to put money aside for retirement. Especially in an era in which the majority […]
November 14, 2019
The start of fall marks a lot of things, among them a number of runs, walks and other similar events held to raise money for a […]