Author: Muriel Schmidt

Which Exam Is Required For Architecture In Canada?

The Examination for Architects in Canada, or ExAC, is a professional licensure examination for architects in most of Canada. It has been adopted by all of the Canadian Licensing Authorities. What are the requirements for architecture in Canada? A bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of architecture or Completion of the syllabus of studies from […]

What Benefits Do Architects Get Canada?

Highlights for New Grads Industry Architectural services Starting salary $50K to $60K Work benefits health benefits for new employees, flexible work hours, telecommuting, transit subsidies, employees receive paid time off to volunteer What benefits do you get as an architect? Part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible for medical, dental and […]

Are Dividends In An Rrsp Taxable In Canada?

While your money is in a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), you don’t pay tax on what you earn – whether capital gains, interest or dividends. Do dividends count as income for RRSP? RRSP contribution room is calculated based on “earned income”, which includes salary but not dividend income. If your only source of income […]

Why Did Minimum Wage Start In Canada?

When the measure was introduced in Canada about a century ago, the purpose was to protect women and children from being exploited. In 1918, the first minimum wage rates were established in Manitoba, followed by Saskatchewan and British Columbia. Why did Canada introduce minimum wage? History. Canada’s earliest minimum wage policies were legislated to protect […]

What Time Is The Budget 2022 Canada?

March 29, 2022 The Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, will present Budget 2022 in the Deputy Prime Minister on April 7, at approximately 4:00 p.m. EDT. What time will the budget be announced 2022? Tuesday, 25th October from 7:30pm (AEDT)The Federal Budget of 2022/23 will be handed down on Tuesday, […]