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Economic Indicators
Aside from his $110 brogues, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty’s budget had little that was new for the nation’s senior population.
By Vikram Barhat |March 29, 2012
3 min read
Industry
Reaction to the federal budget came swiftly from several industry associations, accounting firms and advocacy groups.
March 29, 2012
4 min read
There were a few items of significant interest to small business owners in the 2012 Federal Budget. Most of them are reflected in the government’s expressed concern for closing perceived tax loopholes. Here are some prominent items relevant to small business owners that should be reviewed.
The federal government hiked the eligibility age for Old Age Security (OAS) to 67 from 65 reflecting the reality that Canadians are living longer and healthier lives.
By Doug Watt |March 29, 2012
Market Insights
There’s no question, the biggest piece of news out of the federal budget is increased age at which Canadians will qualify for Old Age Security payments. The good news is that the government has given plenty of notice.
By Staff |March 29, 2012
It looks like Ontario has put a roadblock up against Ottawa’s proposed pension reforms, pushing instead for changes to the CPP.
By Tammy Burns |March 28, 2012
2 min read
Fiscal sustainability is a hot topic these days. Lately it has entered discussions about Canada’s upcoming federal budget, as well as the Report of the Commission to Reform Ontario’s Public Services headed by Don Drummond.
By Peter Drake |March 21, 2012
5 min read
In the U.S., limits on government debt result in dramatic political showdowns, full of threats to shut down government services and haggling over social programs. In Canada, the debt ceiling is raised by fiat, at least in the case of the territories.
By Staff |March 15, 2012
1 min read
The budget for 2012 is expected to address Canada’s current fiscal situation and put forth changes to Canada's Economic Action Plan, according to the PwC.
By Staff |March 8, 2012
The date of the federal budget has been announced, and Finance Minister Jim Flaherty is taking it down to the wire.
By Staff |March 1, 2012
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