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What investors need to know about the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

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Tech Stocks

Just Released: 5 Top Motley Fool Stocks to Buy in January 2026

| Iain Butler

Stock Advisor Canada is kicking off 2026 with our newest collection of top stocks to buy this month.

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Top TSX Stocks

Just Released: 5 Top Motley Fool Stocks to Buy in December

| Iain Butler

Gold and AI have been getting all the buzz, but another behind-the-scenes investing trend looks very promising this month.

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Just Released: 5 Top Motley Fool Stocks to Buy in November

| Iain Butler

A few stocks have been getting all of the glory in 2025 -- which means others are on tremendous sale…

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Top TSX Stocks

Just Released: 5 Top Stocks to Buy in October

| Iain Butler

Here are durable businesses that we believe are ripe to buy right now.

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Top TSX Stocks

Just Released: 5 Top Stocks to Buy in August [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Nate Parmelee (TMFDoraemon)

Here are five Foolish stocks we think are smart buys today and will shine into the future.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Companies Powering the AI Revolution [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Motley Fool Staff

AI energy consumption is expected to double by 2026, and these companies could be set to profit from the boom.

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Top TSX Stocks

Just Released: 5 Top Stocks to Buy in July [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Nick Sciple and TMFBuckHartzell

Don’t let short‑term fear knock you off the path to long‑term prosperity.

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Stocks for Beginners

10 Stocks Every Canadian Should Own in 2025 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

The Motley Fool's yearly list of "Starter Stocks" is our attempt to answer a simple question: “Where do I go…

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Recent CRA News

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Stocks for Beginners

The CRA Is Watching: What TFSA Holders Need to Know

| Puja Tayal

Discover the secrets of TFSA investing. Protect your wealth while enjoying tax-free withdrawals and savings growth.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

What is the TFSA Contribution Limit for 2026

| Puja Tayal

Maximize your investments: get all the details on the 2026 TFSA contribution limit and how to effectively use your TFSA.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 TFSA Hacks to Build a $1 Million Tax-Free Nest Egg

| Puja Tayal

Unlock the power of a TFSA to build your financial future. Learn how to maximize your savings without tax implications.

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Retirement

What Is the RRSP Contribution Deadline for the 2025 Tax Year?

| Puja Tayal

Unlock tax savings with your RRSP contributions before the March deadline. Explore the potential benefits now!

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Stocks for Beginners

Maximum TFSA Impact: 3 TSX Stocks to Help Multiply Your Wealth

| Puja Tayal

Don't let cash depreciate in your TFSA. Explore how to effectively use your TFSA for tax-free investment growth.

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Stocks for Beginners

The CRA Is Watching: TFSA Investors Should Avoid These Red Flags 

| Puja Tayal

Unlock the potential of your TFSA contribution room. Discover why millennials should invest wisely to maximize tax-free growth.

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Stocks for Beginners

Millennials: Don’t Make This TFSA Mistake or You May Lose a Fortune  

| Puja Tayal

Avoid the TFSA mistake that many millennials and Gen Z are making. Learn how to make the most of your…

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Retirement

Here’s the CPP Contribution Your Employer Will Deduct in 2026 

| Puja Tayal

Discover how the CPP for 2026 affects your taxes. Understand the new contribution amounts and exemptions for your income.

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Tech Stocks

Here’s the Average TFSA Balance for Canadians Age 65

| Puja Tayal

The TFSA is a game-changer for Canadian retirees. Explore how tax-free savings can support your retirement goals and lifestyle.

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Stocks for Beginners

If You’re Saving for a House, a FHSA Is Smarter Than an RRSP

| Puja Tayal

Understand the FHSA and its role in home savings. Make the most of tax benefits while saving for your first…

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Stocks for Beginners

CRA: Here’s the TFSA Contribution Limit for 2026

| Puja Tayal

Get ready for 2026 with the latest TFSA rules. Learn how to optimize your contributions and take advantage of carry-forward…

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Dividend Stocks

Claiming CPP at 60 Could Be the Best Option (Even If You Don’t Need It Yet)

| Puja Tayal

Learn why the general advice of collecting CPP at 65 may not fit everyone. Customize your strategy for CPP payouts.

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Tech Stocks

These Common Mistakes Could Make TFSA Withdrawals Taxable

| Puja Tayal

Maximize your savings with a TFSA! Learn about tax-free withdrawals and the rules to avoid taxation on your investments.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 TFSA Tactics Used by the Wealthy 

| Puja Tayal

Unlock the potential of your TFSA. Discover how smart contributions and withdrawals can enhance your financial planning.

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Retirement

The Pension Splitting Rules the CRA Is Cracking Down On

| Puja Tayal

Discover how pension income affects your taxes. Explore tax benefits like pension splitting for a comfortable retirement.

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Retirement

4 CRA Traps That Could Reduce Your CPP Payments

| Puja Tayal

Are you relying solely on CPP payments to get by in retirement? It could be a mistake, as the CRA…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Mistakes That Could Make TFSA Withdrawals Taxable

| Puja Tayal

The CRA’s tax benefits come with conditions. These mistakes can make the TFSA withdrawals taxable in a different scenario.

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Retirement

What Are Some Reasons to Claim CPP Benefits at Age 60?

| Puja Tayal

Know these misconceptions about CPP benefits and when you should claim at age 60.

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Retirement

How Much Can You Earn Before Losing Your Guaranteed Income Supplement?

| Puja Tayal

The CRA offers the Guaranteed Income Supplement to low-income Canadians above 65. At what annual income will you lose your…

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Retirement

How Much Dividend Income Can You Have Before Losing OAS?

| Puja Tayal

If you're retiring at 65, you might plan to live off dividends and CPP. You can also get $734.95 per…

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Retirement

How Much Salary Do You Need to Get Maximum CPP? 

| Puja Tayal

“As you sow, so shall you reap.” This proverb answers the question of how much salary you need if you…

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Retirement

Why Wait? How to Earn the Maximum CPP Payout Before Age 70 

| Puja Tayal

Discover how the CPP payout works and how timing your application can impact your financial future in retirement.

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Retirement

How to Start Planning for Retirement at Age 35

| Puja Tayal

Retirement planning at age 35 gives you the flexibility to invest in growth stocks, as you still have 25 years…

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Retirement

Where I’d Position My $25,000 Retirement Savings to Minimize CRA Tax Impact

| Puja Tayal

You pay tax even after you retire. Just as you plan taxes for your active income, you should do tax…

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Retirement

How to Protect Your Retirement Savings From the CRA

| Puja Tayal

Building a sizeable retirement pool is important, but it is equally important to protect it from the CRA’s tax claws.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Retirees: 4 Big CPP, GIS, and OAS Changes in 2025

| Aditya Raghunath

While retirement benefits are all set to increase in 2025, its crucial to supplement your payouts with other income sources.

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Retirement

Here’s Why You Might Want to Claim CPP at 60 

| Puja Tayal

Are you considering claiming CPP at 60 but are worried if the decision is right? Consider these things before deciding…

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Retirement

Don’t Delay Your Retirement: Your TFSA Can Match CPP’s Best Payout Today

| Puja Tayal

Before delaying your retirement for a higher taxable CPP payout, consider other tax-free retirement income options like TFSA payouts.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Major Red Flags the CRA Is Watching for Every TFSA Holder

| Puja Tayal

The TFSA is an attractive investing tool to earn tax-free investment income. However, beware of these red flags that could…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Fortunes: These Canadian Stocks Are Leading the Way to Retirement Wealth 

| Puja Tayal

You can build retirement wealth with a portfolio of dividend stocks alone using the power of compounding. Here's how.

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Stock Market

Save up to $2,355.75 in 2025 With This CRA Tax Break

| Aditya Raghunath

Canadians can lower their tax break by more than $2,000 in 2025 via the basic personal amount, a non-refundable tax…

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Investing

CRA: Will You Receive a Grocery Rebate in 2024?

| Aditya Raghunath

The grocery rebate was introduced as a one-time tax credit for low-income Canadian households to offset higher prices.

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Dividend Stocks

CRA: This Tax Break Can Help You Save Serious Money in 2024

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This tax credit is one you've likely missed in the past but could provide you with thousands each year! So,…

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Dividend Stocks

3 CRA Benefits Most Canadians Can Grab in 2024

| Andrew Button

You can save on taxes by claiming the dividend tax credit on Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS) shares.

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Dividend Stocks

Master Your Taxes: Get More Back from the CRA This Year

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Mastering your taxes by knowing old and new tax deductions can lighten your tax burden in 2024.

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Dividend Stocks

What’s the CPP Contribution Amount for 2024?

| Puja Tayal

The second phase of CPP enhancement has begun. Know how much CPP contribution your employer will deduct from your 2024…

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Dividend Stocks

3 CRA Benefits Every Canadian Should Claim

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Every Canadian should know about these benefits to reduce their taxes.

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Dividend Stocks

One Little-Known CRA Rule All Married Canadians Should Know

| Andrew Button

The spousal RRSP contribution tax break can save you money. You can also invest your contributions in dividend stocks like…

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Investing

3 CRA Benefits Every Canadian Can Claim Before the End of 2023

| Aditya Raghunath

Invest benefits derived from the CRA in a low-cost index fund and gain big from the power of compounding over…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 CRA Benefits Canadians Won’t Want to Forget

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These CRA benefits are coming up fast, and you certainly don't want to forget about them. It could cost you…

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