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Ag Outlook 2025
NEWSAg Outlook is hosted by Stark & Marsh and Innovation Federal Credit Union and 2025 topics include: Global trends, Cattle and Commodity Markets Update with Brad Magnusson Carbon Credits Session with Marty Seymour Real-life farming transition strategies with...
Online Resources & Tools
January 18th, 2024 is the final deadline for CEBA loan repayment.
Bank of Canada cuts rates by half point amid slow growth
We expect the policy rate to fall to 3.5 per cent by the end of the year and return to a terminal rate of 2.75 per cent in the first half of 2025.
Wealth Management Resources
Tax Plan vs Financial Plan
INFOCUS PODCAST TAX PLAN vs FINANCIAL PLANRecorded on April 4, 2024 In this episode of InFocus, Mike Gassewitz, CEO of TriCert Financial Group, and Gord Hardie, VP of Financial Planning at TriCert Private Wealth, discuss the distinction between a tax plan and a...
Echoes Series on Legacy Planning
INFOCUS PODCAST ECHOES SERIES ON LEGACY PLANNINGThe Echoes Series on Legacy Planning, hosted by Mike Gassewitz of TriCert Financial Group, delves into the essential aspects of creating a robust financial legacy. The series begins with foundational discussions on the...
Do I really need a financial plan?
INFOCUS PODCAST DO I REALLY NEED A FINANCIAL PLAN? Recorded on March 5, 2024 In this episode of InFocus, Mike Gassewitz, CEO at TriCert Financial Group, welcomes Gord Hardie, CFP®, CIM, VP of Financial Planning at TriCert Private Wealth, to discuss the importance of...
Disability Insurance
WEALTH MANAGEMENT RESOURCE DISABILITY INSURANCE Who benefits the most from Disability Insurance?Are you a self-employed individual or a contractor? You may be aware that as such, you are not contributing towards the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) or Employment...
First Home Savings Account (FHSA)
WEALTH MANAGEMENT RESOURCE FIRST HOME SAVINGS ACCOUNT (FHSA)Program DetailsA First Home Savings Account (FHSA) is a registered plan that can help you save for your first home tax-free. No minimum balance is required to open an account, and a full range of investment...
Psychology of Selling Your Business
WEALTH MANAGEMENT RESOURCE PSYCHOLOGY OF SELLING YOUR BUSINESSWhether you’re an established business proprietor, a generational business owner, or an entrepreneur, you've put your heart and soul into building your company.Still, there comes a time when you need to...
Staying Calm When Markets are Volatile
WEALTH MANAGEMENT RESOURCE STAYING CALM WHEN MARKETS ARE VOLATILEWhy avoiding short-term performance figures can be a sound strategyIn times of economic turbulence, it’s normal to feel apprehensive when you’re about to read your portfolio’s performance. And, of...
How to Financially Prepare for Divorce
WEALTH MANAGEMENT RESOURCE How to Financially Prepare for DivorceHow Jane financially prepared for divorceJane is divorced. Going through divorce was a difficult time, not just for her but for her entire family. The emotions were draining, but the financial strain...
What is a Trusted Contact Person?
WEALTH MANAGEMENT RESOURCE WHAT IS A TRUSTED CONTACT PERSON?A Trusted Contact Person (TCP) is someone you choose who can help us protect your financial well-being.What is the Role of a Trusted Contact Person? A TCP is a resource that may help protect you in possible...
AgriBusiness Resources
Ag Outlook 2025
NEWSAg Outlook is hosted by Stark & Marsh and Innovation Federal Credit Union and 2025 topics include: Global trends, Cattle and Commodity Markets Update with Brad Magnusson Carbon Credits Session with Marty Seymour Real-life farming transition strategies with...
Agri-Environmental Risk Assessment Requirements & Deadlines
NEWS The AgriInvest 2025 Program Year Deadline Changes & Agri-Environmental Risk Assessment RequirementsAs we approach the 2025 AgriInvest program year, farms with an average Allowable Net Sales (ANS) of $1 million or more over the past three years will be...
Canadian Grain Commission Revokes Licences of Purely Canada Foods
NEWSCanadian Grain Commission Revokes Licenses of Purely Canada Foods The Canadian Grain Commission (CGC) has revoked both the dealer and primary elevator licenses of Purely Canada Foods at its Saskatchewan facilities in Avonlea, Kindersley, and Lajord as of August...
Business Resources
Online Resources & Tools
January 18th, 2024 is the final deadline for CEBA loan repayment.
Important Update: New PST Penalties in Saskatchewan
January 18th, 2024 is the final deadline for CEBA loan repayment.
Understanding the Canadian Carbon Tax Rebate: How Your Business Can Benefit
January 18th, 2024 is the final deadline for CEBA loan repayment.
TAX Resources
New legislation released increasing the capital gains inclusion rate in Canada
On June 10, 2024, a Notice of Ways and Means Motion was released to amend the Income Tax Act to increase in capital gains inclusion rate.
Plan ahead to overcome increased capital gains inclusion rate
Exploring tax planning strategies in the face of the proposed increase to the capital gains inclusion rate.
2024 Federal Budget Commentary
This article will provide commentary on the key budget tax and economic takeaways, measures, and proposed changes faced by Canadians and businesses.
The Real Economy
Bank of Canada cuts interest rate to 3.25% as focus shifts to gap with U.S.
The Bank of Canada lowered its interest rate by 50 basis points – an overdue move out of restrictive territory given that inflation has largely been tamed.
In long-awaited shift, Bank of Canada cuts its policy rate to 4.75%,
After years of raising interest rates and then keeping them elevated, the Bank of Canada dropped the policy rate by 25 basis points on Wednesday, signaling a new period of recovery and growth.