Canadians need to start thinking about their long-term finances again after many found themselves in financial hardship during the 2008-2009 recession Nearly one-third of Canadians do not have a savings plan in place even though almost everybody would like a financial safety… Continue reading
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Canadians won’t be penalized for confusion over TFSAs
Canadians won't be penalized for confusion over TFSAs Canadians who mistakenly put too much into their new tax free savings accounts are being given a break — no penalties. The federal government said it won’t penalize individuals inadvertently contributed more than the $5,000… Continue reading
Task force to talk savings, debt with Canadians
Finance Minister Jim Flaherty Canada’s Task Force on Financial Literacy is kicking off a cross-country tour to speak with Canadians about savings, debt, and their overall financial know-how. Finance Minister Jim Flaherty launched the task force last June, aimed at improving Canadians’ knowledge… Continue reading
End of year tax tips
The following is a list of year-end tips via H and R Block to help you make the most of the 2009 tax season. Home Renovation Tax Credit: The deadline is January 31, 2010. Canadian home and condo owners can Continue reading
Canadians intend to contribute the same or more to their RRSP
After a year of economic uncertainty, Canadians remain committed to investing and saving for retirement but they appear to be taking a more cautious approach, new Investors Group research reveals. According to the eighth annual RRSP Investment Intentions poll, Canadians’ investment intentions remain strong. Two-thirds… Continue reading
Wealth management index report spring 09
The Wealth Management Index talks to over 20,000 Canadian Investors every year, making it the most accurate and intimate read available. The Index provides quarterly reporting with a sample of over 5,000 Canadian investors which provides insightful and timely reads to both external forces and internal strategic… Continue reading
