Mother’s Day is more than mothers, it’s grandmothers, it’s aunts, it’s sisters and friends. It’s all the women in our lives that had an impact on who we are today, who we will be tomorrow and who we can be in the future. As a mother, as an aunt, as
“Laura’s Story” “For a long time, I was suffering from depression and anxiety. Every night, I was going to bed praying that I would not wake up the next day. But even when my depression was at its worst, I knew there must be a different life. I am originally
Each year, the Winter Disconnection Ban runs from November 15th to April 30th. During the ban, electricity and gas distributors can continue to charge late payment fees on past due amounts. If you haven’t been able to keep up with your energy bills, you may receive a disconnection notice. It’s
What IF…You OWE Income Tax? While the majority of the population can expect a return from income tax filing; every individual or family’s tax circumstances are unique. To find out if you will have a refund or owe taxes, it is important to file all your outstanding tax returns. Getting
It’s that time of year when many anticipate the arrival of their tax return? Are you receiving funds this year? If so, why not pause and consider the best use of your money. After all, the funds you will be receiving are not part of your monthly income, so they
Did you know that today is #NationalAllIsOursDay? A day simply dedicated to appreciation. Let us take a moment to take a deep breath and reflect on life’s simple pleasures. Picture a memorable time in your life when you felt free, relaxed and happy. What were you doing? Where and when
TOP 3 TAX SCAM ALERTS Scams and fraudulent schemes are present all year round but most rampant and dangerous during this tax season. The most common tactic scammers employ is the creation of FEAR, anger or excitement! Stirring strong emotions equals fast actions. These con artists aim for vulnerability and
The Covid-19 pandemic brought financial hardship to millions of Canadian residents and they sought the support of government benefits. People who received COVID-19 emergency or recovery benefit payments in 2021 ask these 5 questions during this tax season; 1. Will the COVID-19 benefit payments affect my 2021 taxes? YES. If
We invite you to join us as we remember those lost to overdose. On March 26th from 8 am to 12:30 pm, the United Way, Safe n Sound, the Grey Bruce Health Unit and other partners, will be at the Owen Sound Farmer’s Market to highlight the growing overdose crisis
Are you a resident of Ontario in 2021? For Ontarians, the government introduced a new refundable Senior’s Home Safety Tax Credit applicable to seniors and individuals who share a home with a senior relative or a non-senior living with or expecting to live with a family member who is 65
