CPP or Canada Pension Plan is the accumulation of credits, dependent on a taxpayer’s annual earnings. It is a taxable pension benefit that you can receive beginning as early as age 60 (though you choose when to begin receiving CPP), or as late as 70. The amount you receive each month is based on your…
On June 21, 2019, the Government of Canada gave Royal Assent to Bill C-78. The changes to Family Law, the first federally in 20 years, promote the best interests of the child, address family violence, and make the family justice system more accessible. On June 5, 2020, the Honorable David Lametti, confirmed the delay of…
Could the 2019 Federal Budget Help Those Separating? In the past, the Home Buyers’ Plan (HBP) has allowed first-time homebuyers to withdraw up to $25,000 from their Registered Retirement Savings Plan to purchase a home without having to pay tax on the withdrawn amount (Budget 2019 proposes to increase the HBP limit to $35,000 per…
Does Stampede Offer ‘The Perfect Storm’? ” And we aren’t talking about the weather!” Calgary’s “Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth”does not always have on display the best that our city has to offer! Stampede has become the only time of year where the Alberta Liquor and Gaming Commission approves the service of alcohol beginning at…
Pre-nuptial agreements can be a morbid topic and must be handled appropriately. Be sensitive, honest and logical when bringing up the topic.
CPP Credit Split Is Timing Critical for a CPP Credit Split? Does it Really Matter When You Apply?
AI and Divorce: It’s a Thing by Avery Phillips, October 1, 2018 for Becoming Human: Artificial Intelligence Magazine The development of technology has impacted everyday life for humans in a fascinating way. Only a few, short decades ago, it was impossible to contact anyone unless they were at home in hearing range of the telephone likely…
A Tribute To The Counselor Who Saved My Life Linda Simpson: writer, poet, guidance education advocate, loving Mum and Gramma
The Road to Successful Spousal Support Negotiations Most lawyers would agree that spousal support is the most contentious issue in divorce negotiations. The Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines (SSAG) developed in 2005, have gone a long way toward paving the road to more consistent and predictable support awards. Though I am not lawyer and cannot quote…
Don’t Go Solo! Many people ask me this question: Can I bring a relative or friend along with me when I meet my lawyer? ABSOLUTELY! (Obviously you should first check with your lawyer but there shouldn’t ever be an issue). In fact, you shouldn’t go meet with your lawyer without bringing someone along. Divorce is…
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