Smoke and Mirrors
The book Smoke and Mirrors by David Trahair could ruin your plans for retirement, by debunking a lot of myths out there, but an important read.
It’s Tax Day In Ottawa & CPI at 2.2% Now!
Consumer Price Index at 2.2% for May Yes, inflation is on the rise folks, up from 1.7% in April, hope you aren’t surprised, because I sure as shooting am not! For those who wish to… Read More »It’s Tax Day In Ottawa & CPI at 2.2% Now!
Tax Freedom Day?
Tax Freedom Day, according to the Fraser Institute, is the symbolic date when Canadians stop working for the government (via taxes) and start earning for themselves. In 2025, Tax Freedom Day lands on June 8th—a slight improvement from 2008’s June 14th. This milestone highlights the significant portion of income most Canadians lose to taxes—often over 50%. While the day is marketed as a celebration, it also sparks reflection on government spending and personal financial struggles. With many households tightening budgets and seeing no wage increases, this day serves as a reminder to advocate for smarter government spending. Use the Institute’s online tool to find your personal Tax Freedom Day and see how much of your work truly pays you.
Census Numbers are Interesting
Having a Math Degree I like numbers and when the Census figures came out from Stats Canada yesterday I reveled in the glorious minutia of the data that that was published. Some of the interesting… Read More »Census Numbers are Interesting
Taxes Done
As an update, I submitted my taxes on the 15th and I got my refund on March 20th, so that is quite the speedy response. I did e-file, which I think speeds up the process,… Read More »Taxes Done
