Author: Darrel Pratt

provincial governments. The provincial governments of Canada basically dictate how everything housing is developed and managed. Who is responsible for housing Canada? We help Canadians meet their housing needs, champion research and advise on the housing industry. CMHC is a Crown corporation governed by a Board and responsible to Parliament through a Minister. What level […]

Canada: All forms of polygamy, and some informal multiple sexual relationships, are illegal under section 293 of the Criminal Code. Bigamy is banned by section 290. However, as of January 2009, no person has been successfully prosecuted, i.e. convicted, in over sixty years. When did polygamy become illegal Canada? In 1890, as mainstream and dissenting […]

5 Tax Write-Offs for Small Business in Canada Mortgage interest on your residence. Utilities. Property taxes. Repairs and maintenance. Home insurance. Internet. Telephone. Furniture, computers, office equipment, mobile devices, etc. What expenses are tax deductible in Canada? 20 Popular Canadian Tax Deductions and Credits in 2023 GST/HST Credit. Ontario Trillium Benefit. Charitable Tax Credit. Self-Employment […]

Forced marriage is recognized by the United Nations as a violation of human rights. In Canada, it is a crime to force anyone, whether a child or an adult, to marry. Is forced marriage a criminal offence? Even if there is no FMPO, forced marriage is a criminal office. It is also a criminal offence […]

The Canadian tax year is January 1 through December 31, which is the same as the US tax year. This makes filing your US expat taxes easier because you do not need to pro-rate your income! Is this 2022 tax year or 2021? January 1, 2021 Start of the 2022 tax year. The tax year […]

Call the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Border Watch Toll-Free Line at 1-888-502-9060 to report: suspicious activity at the border. a marriage of convenience. Is a marriage of convenience legal in Canada? Canadian citizens or permanent residents who are in a marriage of convenience for immigration reasons may be charged with a crime. How can […]

When you apply to become a permanent resident or a Canadian citizen, you and your family members must include a police certificate. When you apply as a visitor, student or temporary worker, we may ask you for a certificate. Is police clearance certificate needed for Canada visa? No. You don’t need to get a police […]

2.51 people. Canada had an average household size of 2.51 people in 2021. The indicator recorded a year-on-year decline of 0.8% in 2021. Between 2010 and 2021, the indicator decreased by 3.1%. How many kids does the average Canadian family have? Average size of families with children in Canada from 2000 to 2020 Characteristic Average […]

In Canada, according to Equifax, a good credit score is usually between 660 to 724. If your credit score is between 725 to 759 it’s likely to be considered very good. A credit score of 760 and above is generally considered to be an excellent credit score. What can a credit score of 725 get […]

If you’re looking to buy a home without credit history in Canada, there are several options available to you. Paying cash, getting a cosigner, or gathering international credit history, can all help you finance your dream home. Can I buy a house if i dont have credit? Thankfully, you may not need a traditional credit […]