Charitable giving

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Estate Planning

Donate life insurance, save tax

Save tax by donating life insurance with this new CRA rule.

May 2, 2014

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Industry

Most don’t understand charitable tax benefits

One-in-five Canadians with a written will (22%) plan to leave some of their estate to charity, finds a Scotiabank poll.

By Staff |April 22, 2014

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Economic Indicators

Buffett’s son fights poachers

The foundation of Warren Buffett’s son, Howard Buffett, is supporting the Selous Game Reserve in Tanzania, reports Treehugger.

By Staff |April 17, 2014

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Tax News

Ecological gifts provide tax breaks

Habitat loss and degradation are the greatest threats to biodiversity in Canada today. Thanks to Environment Canada’s Ecological Gifts Program, with its unique tax advantages, more Canadians can leave a legacy for tomorrow and receive a tax break today.

By Natasha van Bentum |April 7, 2014

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