Bare Trusts and the CRA in 2026: Could Your Family Suddenly Owe a Tax Filing?
Parents on a child's title, joint bank accounts, name-on-deed arrangements — why the CRA's bare trust rules return for 2026, and which families are exempt.
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Express Entry Restarts: First Draw in Over Three Weeks Targets Provincial Nominees
On June 22, 2026, IRCC held its first Express Entry draw since May 28 — a PNP round inviting 955 candidates at a CRS of 730. Here's what it means.
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Canada Strong Pass 2026: Free Parks, VIA Rail Deals and Museum Discounts
Plan your 2026 Canada Strong Pass trip with free Parks Canada admission, camping discounts, VIA Rail offers and museum savings.
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International Students: IRCC Just Tightened the 150-Day 'Authorized Leave' Rule
A June 18, 2026 IRCC update clarifies what counts as an authorized leave from your studies — 150 days, DLI approval, and no working during the break.
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Canada Moves to Lock In Earlier Work Permits for Asylum Claimants: What the June 19 Draft Rules Say
On June 19, 2026 Canada published draft regulations to make faster work-permit access for asylum claimants permanent. What changed, and what it means.
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Stunt Driving and Careless Driving in Ontario: What's Really at Stake in 2026
Ontario toughened stunt-driving rules on Jan 1, 2026. Here's what counts, the on-the-spot penalties, and why a charge costs you before you ever see a judge.
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The Canada Child Benefit Is Going Up in July 2026: What Families Will Actually Get
The CCB rises about 2% for the July 2026–June 2027 year. Here are the new maximums, who gets them, and the one thing you must do to keep the money flowing.
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PGWP Eligibility in 2026: What Students Must Know Before Graduating
The post-graduation work permit now has field-of-study and language rules. Here's who qualifies in 2026 and what to check before you apply.
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How Your CRS Score Works: The Four Building Blocks, Explained Simply
Your Express Entry CRS score comes from four point blocks. Here's how each one works and where most candidates can realistically gain points.
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Fired After Speaking Up? Reprisal Under Ontario's Human Rights Code
A recent HRTO decision is a reminder that punishing a worker for asserting Human Rights Code rights is itself illegal. Here's what reprisal means.
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