The Royal Canadian Mint has unveiled a stunning new addition for 2025: the Gleaming Maple Leaves – 1/2 oz. Fine Silver Coin. This coin captures the beauty of the silver maple tree’s leaves with a design that mimics the way their shiny undersides reflect sunlight. A Tribute to Canada’s Iconic Maple Leaf This remarkable coin Continue reading
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Why Ontario Is Mailing $200 Rebate Cheques Instead of Using Direct Deposit
Ontario residents can expect rebate cheques to arrive in their mailboxes soon. The province began mailing these cheques last Friday, with most expected to be delivered by late January or early February. Here’s everything you need to know about the rebate, including eligibility, delivery methods, and how to track your payment. Why Are Ontario Tax Continue reading
Key CRA Updates That Could Affect Your 2024 Tax Return
Tax season is right around the corner, and whether you’re a seasoned tax pro or find the process overwhelming, it’s time to start preparing for your 2024 tax return. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has introduced several updates and initiatives for the 2024 tax year, and understanding these changes can help you maximize your return Continue reading
Top-Ranked Employers in Canada for 2025 Best Companies to Work For
Forbes has released its much-anticipated list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025, and the results showcase the top workplaces across industries such as tech, education, energy, food, and finance. Here’s what you need to know about this year’s ranking, including the best-performing companies and those that have consistently topped the charts for the past decade. Continue reading
Eggs, Chocolate, and Granola Bars Among Popular Foods Recalled in Canada
Canadians, it’s time to check your kitchen cupboards! The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued multiple food recalls across the country, impacting popular items like eggs, chocolate, granola bars, and more. These recalls are due to serious safety concerns, such as salmonella contamination, undeclared allergens, and foreign objects in products. Keep reading to find Continue reading
CRA’s New Rules What They Mean for Short-Term Rental Income Deductions
If you rent out residential properties for periods of less than 90 consecutive days, changes coming in 2024 will impact your ability to claim income tax deductions. Here’s everything you need to know to stay compliant and optimize your deductions. Key Changes Starting in 2024 Non-Compliant Rentals and Deduction Restrictions Starting in 2024, taxpayers cannot Continue reading
Fergus, Ont. Retiree Scores $40M Lotto Max Jackpot Victory
Exploring the world and creating a lasting legacy for her son are just a few of the dreams Elizabeth Trafford, a newly-minted millionaire, plans to fulfill after winning the $40 million OLG Lotto Max jackpot. A Life-Changing Win in Fergus, Ontario Elizabeth Trafford, a retiree from Fergus, Ontario, struck gold when she won the $40 Continue reading
Widow Wins Court Battle to Keep $100K from Late Husband’s RRSP
An Alberta widow, Marlene Enns, has triumphed in a pivotal court case against the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), securing the right to keep the retirement savings left to her by her late husband. This ruling sheds light on a contentious clause in Canadian tax law that allows the CRA to collect unpaid tax debts from Continue reading
Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery and Wawanesa Partner to Renew Youth Innovation Grant
Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery (C2R2), in collaboration with Wawanesa Insurance, has announced the renewal of the Wawanesa Climate Champions: Youth Innovation Grants for a second consecutive year. This initiative supports young innovators aged 18 to 30 in developing climate solutions that contribute to Canada’s sustainable future. A Successful First Year of Youth-Led Innovation Continue reading
VIU Partners in Nationwide Agri-Food Innovation Initiative
Vancouver Island University (VIU) is proud to be a key partner in the Sustainable Food Systems for Canada Innovation Platform (SF4C), a transformative initiative designed to position Canada as a global leader in agri-food innovation. This ambitious project focuses on fostering collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurship to empower the agri-food ecosystem across the country. What Is Continue reading