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Whether you’re in town for a day, week, month or more, Smiths Falls has a wide range of accommodation options available. With everything from hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts and more, Sensational Smiths Falls is sure to have anything you’re looking for. Browse below to check out the options.
Food For Thought: A look into the effects of sugar
By Vickie Dickson The devil looks like white powder and he is hiding in your cupboards. I’m not talking about cocaine, or any other street drug. What I’m talking about is sugar. AKA white death. Do I have your attention? I hope so. The root cause of most disease is inflammation. Sugar is an inflammatory substance. You may be thinking, “Well, I don’t eat sugar. “ Really? I wouldn’t be so sure. Sugar is hidden in so many packaged foods. Even the so-called “healthy” alternatives are[...]
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COLUMN: Local woman shares perspective after recent trip to Middle East
By Howaida Sorour-Roberts For obvious reasons the Middle East is not at the top of most people list of place to go at the present time. But I grew up there and have family there, so on Feb. 5, I got on a plane and flew to Cairo, Egypt. It was an interesting trip and one that opened my eyes to a few things that can be hard to gage at a distance. As in what is happening on the ground in Egypt, what is the mood and how do they perceive ISIS. As it happens what I learned was very pertinent to [...]
The Family Tax Cut
Steve Bennett Senior Tax Professional H&R Block Smiths Falls, ON The much-touted Family Tax Cut (FTC) has finally arrived! The announcement came very late in 2014, and the actual tax calculations were not revealed until CRA published the 2014 tax forms at the beginning of January. The FTC provides families with a non-refundable tax credit equal to the federal tax savings that would be generated by transferring up to $50,000 of taxable income from the higher-income spouse to the other. The ta[...]
Many taxpayers with disabilities are entitled to $20,000 of government grants
Steve Bennett Senior Tax Professional H&R Block Smiths Falls, ON Last month, I discussed the Disability Tax Credit certificate at CRA and briefly mentioned that there are many tax breaks available to taxpayers with disabilities. I wanted to expand on one important program that is not very well advertised: the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP). This account assists Canadians with disabilities with long-term savings. For those of you who are familiar with Registered Education Savings P[...]
Tourism: The Rideau Canal
If you’re planning a trip to Sensational Smiths Falls, there’s plenty of events and attractions to keep you busy. However, if anything tops the list of things to see and do, the greatest tourist destination in Smiths Falls is undoubtedly the Rideau Canal. Not only does this historic waterway pass through the town on its way from Ottawa to Kingston, but Smiths Falls is also the home to the Rideau Canal’s national headquarters. The Rideau Canal National Historic Site of Canada i[...]
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Getting to Smiths Falls
If you’re coming from out of town and aren’t quite sure how to get here, we’d like to offer some help! Here are a few different transportation options: Bus: Greyhound Bus, www.greyhound.ca or 1-800-661-8747. Train: Via Rail, www.viarail.ca or 1-888-842-7245 If you’re coming from really far away, there are a couple different airports you can fly into. Ottawa. The closest airport is The Macdonald-Cartier International Airport Toronto. This one’s a little further, but [...]
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Steve Bennett Senior Tax Professional H&R Block Smiths Falls, ON It’s not all that uncommon to hear stories from co-workers who write off their phone bills, home expenses, or even vet bills. Some of these may be eligible expenses, but many certainly are not. Unfortunately, these incorrect tax deductions can be perpetuated when CRA does not identify them immediately. Since Canada’s tax system is self-reporting, many of these errors can go on for years before the taxpayer is audited by CRA. At that point, the taxpayer will owe the tax difference plus interest, which can add up pretty qui[...]
BY AMY HOGUE The day after passing on the Chain of Office to Smiths Falls’ new Mayor, Dennis Staples appears as a more relaxed version of the man most people will continue to associate with Smiths Falls for quite some time. After 29 years in politics, 15 of which were in the position of Mayor, Staples said leaving his role on council will be “an adjustment.” “Basically for last 15 years I’ve been getting up and going to town hall,” Staples said, adding he’s been mentally preparing for this transition since his announcement in January 2014. Staples said he’ll now have more time [...]
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Whether you’re in town for a day, week, month or more, Smiths Falls has a wide range of accommodation options available. With everything from hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts and more, Sensational Smiths Falls is sure to have anything you’re looking for. Browse below to check out the options.
Food For Thought: A look into the effects of sugar
By Vickie Dickson The devil looks like white powder and he is hiding in your cupboards. I’m not talking about cocaine, or any other street drug. What I’m talking about is sugar. AKA white death. Do I have your attention? I hope so. The root cause of most disease is inflammation. Sugar is an inflammatory substance. You may be thinking, “Well, I don’t eat sugar. “ Really? I wouldn’t be so sure. Sugar is hidden in so many packaged foods. Even the so-called “healthy” alternatives are[...]
By Vickie Dickson The devil looks like white powder and he is hiding in your cupboards. I’m not talking about cocaine, or any other street drug. What I’m talking about is sugar. AKA white death. Do I have your attention? I hope so. The root cause of most disease is inflammation. Sugar is an inflammatory substance. You may be thinking, “Well, I don’t eat sugar. “ Really? I wouldn’t be so sure. Sugar is hidden in so many packaged foods. Even the so-called “healthy” alternatives are[...]
COLUMN: Local woman shares perspective after recent trip to Middle East
By Howaida Sorour-Roberts For obvious reasons the Middle East is not at the top of most people list of place to go at the present time. But I grew up there and have family there, so on Feb. 5, I got on a plane and flew to Cairo, Egypt. It was an interesting trip and one that opened my eyes to a few things that can be hard to gage at a distance. As in what is happening on the ground in Egypt, what is the mood and how do they perceive ISIS. As it happens what I learned was very pertinent to [...]
By Howaida Sorour-Roberts For obvious reasons the Middle East is not at the top of most people list of place to go at the present time. But I grew up there and have family there, so on Feb. 5, I got on a plane and flew to Cairo, Egypt. It was an interesting trip and one that opened my eyes to a few things that can be hard to gage at a distance. As in what is happening on the ground in Egypt, what is the mood and how do they perceive ISIS. As it happens what I learned was very pertinent to [...]
The Family Tax Cut
Steve Bennett Senior Tax Professional H&R Block Smiths Falls, ON The much-touted Family Tax Cut (FTC) has finally arrived! The announcement came very late in 2014, and the actual tax calculations were not revealed until CRA published the 2014 tax forms at the beginning of January. The FTC provides families with a non-refundable tax credit equal to the federal tax savings that would be generated by transferring up to $50,000 of taxable income from the higher-income spouse to the other. The ta[...]
Steve Bennett Senior Tax Professional H&R Block Smiths Falls, ON The much-touted Family Tax Cut (FTC) has finally arrived! The announcement came very late in 2014, and the actual tax calculations were not revealed until CRA published the 2014 tax forms at the beginning of January. The FTC provides families with a non-refundable tax credit equal to the federal tax savings that would be generated by transferring up to $50,000 of taxable income from the higher-income spouse to the other. The ta[...]
Many taxpayers with disabilities are entitled to $20,000 of government grants
Steve Bennett Senior Tax Professional H&R Block Smiths Falls, ON Last month, I discussed the Disability Tax Credit certificate at CRA and briefly mentioned that there are many tax breaks available to taxpayers with disabilities. I wanted to expand on one important program that is not very well advertised: the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP). This account assists Canadians with disabilities with long-term savings. For those of you who are familiar with Registered Education Savings P[...]
Steve Bennett Senior Tax Professional H&R Block Smiths Falls, ON Last month, I discussed the Disability Tax Credit certificate at CRA and briefly mentioned that there are many tax breaks available to taxpayers with disabilities. I wanted to expand on one important program that is not very well advertised: the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP). This account assists Canadians with disabilities with long-term savings. For those of you who are familiar with Registered Education Savings P[...]
Tourism: The Rideau Canal
If you’re planning a trip to Sensational Smiths Falls, there’s plenty of events and attractions to keep you busy. However, if anything tops the list of things to see and do, the greatest tourist destination in Smiths Falls is undoubtedly the Rideau Canal. Not only does this historic waterway pass through the town on its way from Ottawa to Kingston, but Smiths Falls is also the home to the Rideau Canal’s national headquarters. The Rideau Canal National Historic Site of Canada i[...]
If you’re planning a trip to Sensational Smiths Falls, there’s plenty of events and attractions to keep you busy. However, if anything tops the list of things to see and do, the greatest tourist destination in Smiths Falls is undoubtedly the Rideau Canal. Not only does this historic waterway pass through the town on its way from Ottawa to Kingston, but Smiths Falls is also the home to the Rideau Canal’s national headquarters. The Rideau Canal National Historic Site of Canada i[...]
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Getting to Smiths Falls
If you’re coming from out of town and aren’t quite sure how to get here, we’d like to offer some help! Here are a few different transportation options: Bus: Greyhound Bus, www.greyhound.ca or 1-800-661-8747. Train: Via Rail, www.viarail.ca or 1-888-842-7245 If you’re coming from really far away, there are a couple different airports you can fly into. Ottawa. The closest airport is The Macdonald-Cartier International Airport Toronto. This one’s a little further, but [...]
If you’re coming from out of town and aren’t quite sure how to get here, we’d like to offer some help! Here are a few different transportation options: Bus: Greyhound Bus, www.greyhound.ca or 1-800-661-8747. Train: Via Rail, www.viarail.ca or 1-888-842-7245 If you’re coming from really far away, there are a couple different airports you can fly into. Ottawa. The closest airport is The Macdonald-Cartier International Airport Toronto. This one’s a little further, but [...]
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Tax Season COLUMN: Are your employment expenses an eligible tax deduction?
Steve Bennett Senior Tax Professional H&R Block Smiths Falls, ON It’s not all that uncommon to hear stories from co-workers who write off their phone bills, home expenses, or even vet bills. Some of these may be eligible expenses, but many certainly are not. Unfortunately, these incorrect tax deductions can be perpetuated when CRA does not identify them immediately. Since Canada’s tax system is self-reporting, many of these errors can go on for years before the taxpayer is audited by CRA. At that point, the taxpayer will owe the tax difference plus interest, which can add up pretty qui[...]
Dennis Staples moves onto the next chapter, no regrets
BY AMY HOGUE The day after passing on the Chain of Office to Smiths Falls’ new Mayor, Dennis Staples appears as a more relaxed version of the man most people will continue to associate with Smiths Falls for quite some time. After 29 years in politics, 15 of which were in the position of Mayor, Staples said leaving his role on council will be “an adjustment.” “Basically for last 15 years I’ve been getting up and going to town hall,” Staples said, adding he’s been mentally preparing for this transition since his announcement in January 2014. Staples said he’ll now have more time [...]
