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Federal Budget 2012 – Changes to OAS

Federal Budget 2012 and changes to Old Age Security As expected, the government is moving forward with a plan to delay the age at which Canadians can start receiving Old Age Security and Guaranteed Income Supplement payments from 65 to 67.  The change will be phased in so that anyone over 54 years old today [...]

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Applying for the Disability Tax Credit

When applying for the Disability Tax Credit, a T2201 form must be completed and signed by your doctor.  Your doctor may have questions about how to fill out the form, what details to include or how much information is required.  The below website is available for review and may resolve delays before they happen.  Canada [...]

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Putting Market Volatility into Perspective

Putting Market Volatility into Perspective Any sharp decline in the stock markets is often accompanied by dire newspaper headlines, often with the words turmoil or crisis.  But a more accurate word would be normal.     While market declines are bound to be unsettling, here is some information to help put these events into perspective:   [...]

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