Budget

Tax credit hits close to home for minister

The maximum amount of the adoption tax credit increased to $15,000 from $11,774 and applies to adoptions of children under the age of 18 finalized after 2013.

July 30, 2014

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Industry

Parents in the dark when it comes to kids’ spending

While 90% say they know how much debt their child has, only 78% of students agree, finds an RBC poll.

By Staff |July 22, 2014

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Economic Indicators

U.S. Treasury Secretary tries to end tax inversions

American Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew is pushing Congress to pass rules that stop corporate tax inversions.

By Staff |July 16, 2014

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Economic Indicators

Sports fans reach for their wallets in Q2

Canadians' love for sports and playoffs may have contributed to the increase in sports apparel purchases in Q2.

By Staff |July 16, 2014

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Business lessons from the World Cup

The 2014 World Cup has sported moments athletic accomplishment at a high cost to Brazil– leading to some important business lessons that can be learned from both the tournament and the sport of soccer itself. Everyone was prepared for foul-ups leading up to the World Cup. But so far, there have been no major disasters–apart […]

By Staff |July 4, 2014

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Budget

Tax credit hits close to home for minister

Parents in the dark when it comes to kids’ spending

U.S. Treasury Secretary tries to end tax inversions

Sports fans reach for their wallets in Q2

Help families gain financial control

Vacations top list of savings goals

Cars are third-largest expense for Canadians

Business lessons from the World Cup

New caregivers plan launches

Weddings don’t have to break the bank