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Industry moves this week

A mix of executive and advisor moves were announced

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Form T2200 has 2 changes for 2024 tax-filing season

Updates related to home office expenses aim for simplicity

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In-kind securities not part of extended deadline for charitable donations

Finance releases draft legislation, adds to tax-filing uncertainty

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OneDigital makes first foray into Canada with PWL buy

The U.S. firm says it has 'long-term' plans here

Canada U.S.

Symbolic, not blanket retaliation appropriate in face of U.S. tariffs

2.4 million Canadian jobs exposed to potential U.S. tariffs

Falling inflation

Immigration caps will decrease real GDP: PBO

GDP per capita will rise as population remains steady over the next three years

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Tax reminder: Clients with short-term rental income must comply with rules or lose deductions

Non-compliance results in denial of expense deductions, raising taxable income

Industry groups come out strongly against Ottawa’s proposed tax changes

Lack of transparency, accountability contributed to deficit: PBO

Auditor General took record-long 253 days to sign public accounts

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Help clients 65 and older make the most of their tax returns

Here's a cheat sheet of helpful credits, benefits, deductions and expenses

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Rising costs, debt obstacles to retirement savings: IG

Working Canadians save an average 12% of income for retirement, survey finds

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Scotiabank leaves net-zero climate alliance, joining other major banks

RBC is still listed as a member of the alliance

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TFSA account values hit all-time high in 2024: BMO

Canadians see value in seeking financial advice, survey finds

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Four of Canada’s biggest banks leave climate alliance

Departures from the Net Zero Banking Alliance follow those of the six largest banks in the U.S.

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Industry moves this week

TD speeds up CEO exit, announces board changes, plus moves at Optimist and Franklin Templeton

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Taxpayers forced to bet on capital gains inclusion rate

Gambling on potential legislative outcomes undermines confidence in tax system, lawyers say

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Tech roundup: Financial planning software account for legislative uncertainty

Plus, other fintech platform news

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BMO becomes first Canadian bank to withdraw from banking climate alliance

As of Friday, the other Big Six banks were still listed as members

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TD Bank moves up incoming CEO’s start date, cuts bonuses for 41 execs

The bank says it cut the bonuses to reflect the seriousness of its anti-money laundering failures

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Conservatives would axe proposed capital gains tax changes: Poilievre

Policy uncertainty takes toll on taxpayers

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OTPP board faces class action from own members over FTX investments

Pension fund lost US$95 million in crypto exchange collapse

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Deadline nears to repay 2024 interest on prescribed-rate loans

Why clients must avoid late payment, consider current loan structure

Canada U.S.

U.S. elimination of WEP is good news for cross-border pensioners

Eligible Canadians with a U.S. work history will get their social security benefits restored

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Industry moves this week

Harvest ETFs brings on new talent; industry marks passing of Richardson Wealth vice-chair and former CIBC CEO

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7 housing-related tax savings for 2024 filing season

As interest rate cuts spur the housing market, there are a myriad of tax credits Canadians and incentives can access

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Opinion: ‘Flynancial’ advisor ad is a reminder of how title protection falls short

Clients expect advisors to offer advice competently and to their advantage