Category: Canada

In Canada, 50% of the value of any capital gains are taxable. Should you sell the investments at a higher price than you paid (realized capital gain) — you’ll need to add 50% of the capital gain to your income. Is equity income taxable in Canada? Capital gains: In Canada, only 50% of the total […]

You need a SIN to work in Canada and apply for government benefits. During your soft landing, apply for a SIN online, by mail, or in person at a Service Canada Centre. Some international airports, including Toronto Pearson Airport, also have Service Canada Centres. What should I do after landing in Canada? 30 Most Important […]

How much does FedEx Ground in Canada pay? Average FedEx Ground hourly pay ranges from approximately $15.00 per hour for Warehouse Package Handler to $40.22 per hour for Diesel Mechanic. The average FedEx Ground salary ranges from approximately $29,000 per year for Package Handler to $62,006 per year for Truck Driver. How much does FedEx […]

The stakes are high as IKEA Richmond sets workplace standards for non-union IKEA stores. Of the twelve IKEA stores in Canada and Quebec, it is the only one unionized outside of Montreal where workers are represented by CSN. Are Ikea workers unionized? More than 15,000 employees work in the approximately 40 IKEA stores in the […]

2003. Inception (2003) The Canada Health Transfer was created by the 2003 First Ministers Health Accord signed by the provincial premiers and Jean Chrétien, prime minister of Canada at the time. When did Canadian transfer payments begin? In Canada, the federal government makes payments to less wealthy Canadian provinces to equalize the provinces’ “fiscal capacity” […]

drivers and their app-based brethren are classified as independent contractors and not employees. As contractors in Canada, they’re not entitled to minimum wage, employer Canada Pension Plan and employment insurance contributions or to participate in tax-advantaged benefits plans. Are Uber drivers independent contractors in Ontario? But the company, like other major ride hailing and delivery […]

Can gig economy workers unionise? In the recent Ontario Labour Relations Board case of Canadian Union of Postal Workers v Foodora, which considered employment status of gig economy workers, the answer was ‘yes. Are gig workers independent contractors canada? The work is usually task-based work and provides no guaranteed minimum hours. Gig workers are typically […]

The new Canada’s Food Guide describes the food choices that make up a healthy eating pattern and encourages positive eating behaviours. Visit the Food Guide website to find more information on meal planning, grocery shopping, cooking, recipes, food safety and more. What information can you find in Canada’s food guide? Eat a variety of healthy […]

Basic Fee. 2022 fee: if received before October 3, 2022 : $152.69. if received on or after October 3, 2022 : $153.00. How much does a typical patent cost? While the costs of an application vary depending on the representation, total costs run from $5000 to $8000. These costs incorporate attorney’s fees associated with drafting […]

Employment Insurance (EI). The Employment Insurance (EI) program provides temporary income support to unemployed workers while they look for employment or to upgrade their skills. The EI program also provides special benefits to workers who take time off work due to specific life events: illness. Is CRB and Ei the same? The Canada Recovery Benefit […]