Month: May 2019

Feds spent $1 million reminding Canadians of carbon tax rebate: document

Source: Ben Cousins, CTV News, May 28, 2019 The Liberal government spent more than $1 million sending postcards to remind people in four provinces to claim the carbon tax rebate. According to the document tabled in parliament on Monday, the Canadian Revenue Agency sent 7 million cards to households in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and New… Continue reading Feds spent $1 million reminding Canadians of carbon tax rebate: document

Bank of Canada holds key interest rate at 1.75%

Source: The Canadian Press, May 29, 2019 OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada is holding its key interest rate steady as its senior officials insist there are more signs the economy’s abrupt winter deceleration was short-lived. The central bank, as widely expected, kept its trend-setting rate at 1.75 per cent today — and governor Stephen… Continue reading Bank of Canada holds key interest rate at 1.75%

Hay prices skyrocket as drought continues

Source: Marlo Glass, Producer.com, May 23, 2019  Abnormally dry conditions have been reported from Edmonton to Winnipeg as well as scattered pockets of drought Hay prices have continued to skyrocket across the Prairies as conditions remain dry enough that many hay growers won’t produce a first cut this spring. “We’ve had a tough start here,”… Continue reading Hay prices skyrocket as drought continues

Sask. expands mandatory training for ag semi drivers

Source: Karen Briere, Producer.com, May 29, 2019  Farmers will have to take mandatory training to drive semis in Saskatchewan after all. The province announced today that beginning March 1, 2020, those wishing to get an F endorsement on their drivers’ licences will have to take 40 hours of commercial driver training. These drivers will be… Continue reading Sask. expands mandatory training for ag semi drivers

HUB International Kindersley: Coverage For Your Jewellery

Jewellery Insurance A standard homeowner’s insurance policy may not provide adequate coverage for your treasured possessions. In fact, homeowner’s insurance provides limited coverage for jewellery and similar items — just a few thousand dollars, typically — and that’s after you’ve covered your deductible. Although nothing can truly replace the sentimental value of a cherished ring, necklace or… Continue reading HUB International Kindersley: Coverage For Your Jewellery

Morgotch Law, Barrister & Solicitor: Will Review & Preparation

Have You Reviewed Your Will?  It is good practice to review your will frequently. It is best to review your will every 5-10 years or after a big life event (ex. marriage, divorce, loss of a loved one etc.) I would be happy to review your will with you to ensure your will is still relevant. Don’t… Continue reading Morgotch Law, Barrister & Solicitor: Will Review & Preparation