Tax

Canadian families spend more on taxes than necessities

The average Canadian family spends more on taxes than on food, clothing and shelter combined, finds a study by the Fraser Institute.

By Staff |August 27, 2015

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Teachers would get school supply tax break under Trudeau

Teachers and early childhood educators who pay for classroom supplies out of their own pockets would get a thank you in the form of a federal tax credit should the Liberals win the federal election this fall.

By Staff |August 26, 2015

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Harper promises tax breaks for service club volunteers

Conservative leader Stephen Harper is promising members of service organizations like the Kiwanis Club and the Rotary Club that their membership fees will be eligible for a tax credit.

By Staff |August 25, 2015

1 min read

Keep the claws off OAS

As Canada’s baby boomers settle into retirement, many are being caught off guard by their complex financial situations

By Wilmot George |August 11, 2015

5 min read