We hope the new year is off to a good start. Before looking at 2026, we would like to review the year that was. In 2025, U.S. politics dominated the headlines. Tariffs were introduced and volatility in financial markets ensued as investors struggled to fully comprehend their potential impact. The leadership in Canada also changed,… Read More
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On Tuesday, November 4th, the Minister of Finance and National Revenue, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, tabled the 2025 Federal Budget. The budget’s overall theme was “Building a Strong Canada to Meet Today’s Challenges”. This budget presents an ambitious investment strategy that stimulates economic growth yet maintains a keen eye on responsible fiscal management. The Budget is… Read More
On Wednesday April 2nd – after market closing – the United States formally implemented a sweeping new series of tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners, marking the most dramatic shift in American trade policy since the Trump administration’s first term. The new tariffs resulted in the sharpest negative market reaction since the start of… Read More
Tax planning is a continuous process, but the start of the year presents a prime opportunity to review your finances and maximize any available tax-saving strategies. As we enter 2025, here are some key tax tips to consider. Create a CRA My Account Do you have a CRA My Account yet? Here are… Read More
As we head into a new year, it’s hard not to see echoes of the past. In 2025, the United States will have a new president, though he’s a familiar face. Markets have rallied in anticipation of the incoming administration and its proposed economic policies, much like they did following the 2016 election. The U.S…. Read More