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Wealth Tax On the Cards as Cliffhanger Elections Close

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One of the most highlighted issues during the elections has been the desire to see Canada’s wealthiest pay their fair share of taxes. The New Democratic Party (NDP) and conservatives have put forward proposals that would see an overhaul to the current tax system. NDP is seeking to introduce a…
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Trudeau taxing banks to help real estate market

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With the Canada election looming, Liberal leader Justin Trudeau has made a new promise to fulfil another. He had previously promised to help young Canadians enter the housing market. Trudeau’s housing market plan involves billions in funding to try stop ‘home flipping’ and to regulate overseas investors buying properties. Additionally,…
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Wealth Tax This Election

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With the 2021 Canada Election looming for September 20, the wealthy are bracing for potential tax changes. Many Canadians are voting with tax and income equality in mind and the New Democratic Party (NDP) will be the reason why a wealth tax may be implemented. If voted in, the NDP…
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FreshBooks Secures US$130 Million in Funding for Expansion

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Accounting software provider FreshBooks is all set to boost its global expansion following a successful funding round that has netted it US$130 million. The company provides cloud accounting software solutions that aid small businesses in invoicing, receiving payments, filing taxes, and managing payroll. Its lead investors during this round include…

Senior Managers Likely To Resign As Canada Enters Post-Pandemic Era

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Recent research conducted in April 2021 by LifeWorks and Deloitte Canada indicates that about a quarter of all senior leaders are considering resigning post-Covid. A senior leader is considered anyone two levels below that of the chief executive. The study surveyed about 1,200 senior leaders across nine industries. The study…