This presentation looks at the issues facing various pension plans across Canada as well as looks to see if people are saving for retirement
This presentation will also discuss the seniors concerns going into the 2019 election
Economic policies analysis - liberal party of canada, ndp and cpc - electio...paul young cpa, cga
Analysis of economic policies for NDP, LPC and CPC for the 2015 election
*** Analysis of key sectors including statements from parties as well as the private sectors
*** Analysis looks at impact including policies on revenues for the government
Fiscal Management| Cycle| Analysis and Commentary| Canadapaul young cpa, cga
Military procurement - https://www.pbo-dpb.gc.ca/en/blog/news/RP-2021-040-C--cost-canada-surface-combatants-2021-update-options-analysis--cout-navires-combat-canadiens-mise-jour-2021-analyse-options or https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/frigate-fleet-cost-1.5926000
Failures on many procurement and policies like clean water for first nations – new audit reports - https://www.oag-bvg.gc.ca/internet/English/mr_lp_e_1455.html
There is still no fiscal anchor - https://www.reuters.com/article/us-canada-economy-idUSKBN2AG2AV
People should be judge on qualifications and experience, not gender
Surveys do not discuss experience and education. Many employers have a grid system which is based on merit, experience and education
Women sometimes make choices that put their family first over their careers
There are more women in workspace than 30 years ago
Fiscal support / Economy
The IMF said that fiscal policy should stay in place to support vulnerable households and firms until recovery takes hold and even then, many low-income countries will need additional assistance through grants, concessional financing, longer suspensions of debt service and in some cases, debt restructurings.
It also called for fiscal policy to "enable a green, digital and inclusive transformation." This includes investments in health systems, job training and hiring subsidies, promoting greater tax fairness, and cutting wasteful spending.
https://www.thechronicleherald.ca/business/reuters/imf-says-fiscal-support-needed-until-recovery-takes-hold-546056/
Economic policies analysis - liberal party of canada, ndp and cpc - electio...paul young cpa, cga
Analysis of economic policies for NDP, LPC and CPC for the 2015 election
*** Analysis of key sectors including statements from parties as well as the private sectors
*** Analysis looks at impact including policies on revenues for the government
Fiscal Management| Cycle| Analysis and Commentary| Canadapaul young cpa, cga
Military procurement - https://www.pbo-dpb.gc.ca/en/blog/news/RP-2021-040-C--cost-canada-surface-combatants-2021-update-options-analysis--cout-navires-combat-canadiens-mise-jour-2021-analyse-options or https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/frigate-fleet-cost-1.5926000
Failures on many procurement and policies like clean water for first nations – new audit reports - https://www.oag-bvg.gc.ca/internet/English/mr_lp_e_1455.html
There is still no fiscal anchor - https://www.reuters.com/article/us-canada-economy-idUSKBN2AG2AV
People should be judge on qualifications and experience, not gender
Surveys do not discuss experience and education. Many employers have a grid system which is based on merit, experience and education
Women sometimes make choices that put their family first over their careers
There are more women in workspace than 30 years ago
Fiscal support / Economy
The IMF said that fiscal policy should stay in place to support vulnerable households and firms until recovery takes hold and even then, many low-income countries will need additional assistance through grants, concessional financing, longer suspensions of debt service and in some cases, debt restructurings.
It also called for fiscal policy to "enable a green, digital and inclusive transformation." This includes investments in health systems, job training and hiring subsidies, promoting greater tax fairness, and cutting wasteful spending.
https://www.thechronicleherald.ca/business/reuters/imf-says-fiscal-support-needed-until-recovery-takes-hold-546056/
1. Child care costs failure - https://www.parents.com/baby/childcare/child-care-costs-are-why-im-not-having-more-kids/
2. Costs - https://www.care.com/c/how-much-does-child-care-cost
3. Availability of spaces - https://www.cardus.ca/research/family/reports/is-there-a-shortage-of-child-care-in-canada/
4. New norm and child care – https://www.hcamag.com/nz/news/general/companies-consider-making-remote-work-the-new-norm/302121
5. Childcare model - https://policyoptions.irpp.org/magazines/july-2021/how-to-grow-an-accessible-high-quality-equitable-child-care-system/
6. PQ model - https://www.iedm.org/1921-quebecs-failed-child-care-model/
7. Child benefit - https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2021/07/canada-child-benefit-5th-anniversary--indexation0.html
8. model - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-ontario-not-quebec-holds-the-model-for-child-care/
9. Best countries - https://ceoworld.biz/2021/02/01/the-worlds-best-countries-for-raising-kids-2021/
10. No consensus of how to fund child care - https://angusreid.org/child-care-in-canada/
11. ECE wages - https://www.payscale.com/research/CA/Job=Early_Childhood_Educator_(ECE)/Hourly_Rate/e894d1e7/Toronto-ON
12. Global ranking - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-canada-trails-most-other-wealthy-countries-in-caring-for-children/ or
13. Provincial and federal moneys - https://globalnews.ca/news/8112898/new-brunswick-child-care-deal/
This presentation will look at key commitments made during the 2015 election as part evaluating the government performance on key files.
This presentation is one opinion as such it is up to individuals to do their own research as part of understanding if the Liberal Party of Canada has met its election promises.
This presentation will discuss trade between provinces and the issue facing provinces in terms of breaking down barriers
This presentation will also discuss provincial relations either with the federal government or with other provinces.
Inter provincial relations are at all-time low as provinces are putting up barriers to trade.
Many people are confused how money flows from your wallet to social programs. Each level of government has different taxation programs that hit your wallet different ways
It is important to understand there is only one taxpayers and that is you
You cannot tax people to prosperity
Canada does a very good job of wealth distribution
Too many governments do not look at value for money when it comes to delivering program spending.
All politicians will promise the world, but in fact can deliver very little due fiscal restraints
Government Policies - Aboriginal affairs formerly first nations- Canada - Dec...paul young cpa, cga
This presentation looks state of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
The presentation will look at areas like economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
Harper faced 2008-2009 recession which included demands by the opposition to introduce a stimulus - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/fiscal-management-cycle-debt-surpluses-deficits-canada-september-2019
Harper was not perfect and did make mistakes but never had any ethical violations like Trudeau - https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/mario-dion-report-justin-trudeau-1.5247209
Canada fiscal management - deficit and debt - february 2021paul young cpa, cga
1. digital and luxury levies - https://www.ctvnews.ca/politics/canada-s-budget-to-include-digital-and-luxury-levies-but-no-wealth-tax-reuters-sources-1.5392475
2. Tax havens and Panama Papers - https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/cra-panama-papers-audits-5-years-1.5974690
3. Public registry - https://www.thestar.com/politics/federal/2021/04/21/ottawa-targets-tax-evaders-with-public-registry-of-corporate-owners.html
4. AG and vaccines - https://www.hilltimes.com/2021/04/13/federal-auditor-general-to-start-probe-into-vaccines-this-year/293209
5. Holding the govt accountable - https://www.pentictonherald.ca/opinion/article_b48b630e-9878-11eb-bbfe-8734610eab46.html
6. C10 - @s_guilbeault is the last person that should be speaking about restrictions of the internet. I am guessing that @gmbutts is still calling the shots as a way to protect @JustinTrudeau from being exposed as a fraud - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/governance-model-canada-federal-government-april-23-2021 or https://troymedia.com/politicslaw/crtc-overreaching-with-its-proposed-internet-regulations/#.YIxWAaEpBPY
7. We do not need a judge investigating. We need someone like Mercer or another HR organization investigating the issues. https://www.mercer.ca/en/what-we-do/workforce-and-careers/hr-transformation.html# Liberals’ record on making improvements after they have failed has been abysmal! https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/analysis-justin-trudeau-accountability-and-transparency
8. CMHC spent nearly a million dollars to delete the word “mortgage” from its name, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. Staff in internal emails enthused the marketing exercise “gave them chills” and wanted to celebrate with champagne, according to Access To Information records disclosed yesterday by the Canadian Taxpayers Federation: “I wish we could pop open some bubbly together!” https://www.blacklocks.ca/paid-925k-to-delete-a-word/
@MPJulian and the NDP
Shutdown tax-havens.
Fix the tax act.
Getting more value for money out of program spending
The focus should be on protecting the environment while growing the economy in a sustainable way.
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/tax-fairness-and-business-competitiveness-analysis
9. Disaster mitigation fund - https://www.municipalworld.com/press-releases/amo-reveals-municipal-government-highlights-from-budget-2021/
a. This does not replace the need to have proper crisis and emergency management reporting - https://ibm.box.com/s/rsp6p9tez8uru9fo0wu5d13bxt7rtrr0
2019 Election| Seniors and Retirement | Canada | July 2019paul young cpa, cga
This presentation looks at the issues facing various pension plans across Canada as well as looks to see if people are saving for retirement
This presentation will also discuss the seniors concerns going into the 2019 election
2019 Election| Who do you just more when it comes to Retirement Planning?paul young cpa, cga
This presentation looks at the issues facing various pension plans across Canada as well as looks to see if people are saving for retirement
This presentation will also discuss the seniors concerns going into the 2019 election
1. Child care costs failure - https://www.parents.com/baby/childcare/child-care-costs-are-why-im-not-having-more-kids/
2. Costs - https://www.care.com/c/how-much-does-child-care-cost
3. Availability of spaces - https://www.cardus.ca/research/family/reports/is-there-a-shortage-of-child-care-in-canada/
4. New norm and child care – https://www.hcamag.com/nz/news/general/companies-consider-making-remote-work-the-new-norm/302121
5. Childcare model - https://policyoptions.irpp.org/magazines/july-2021/how-to-grow-an-accessible-high-quality-equitable-child-care-system/
6. PQ model - https://www.iedm.org/1921-quebecs-failed-child-care-model/
7. Child benefit - https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2021/07/canada-child-benefit-5th-anniversary--indexation0.html
8. model - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-ontario-not-quebec-holds-the-model-for-child-care/
9. Best countries - https://ceoworld.biz/2021/02/01/the-worlds-best-countries-for-raising-kids-2021/
10. No consensus of how to fund child care - https://angusreid.org/child-care-in-canada/
11. ECE wages - https://www.payscale.com/research/CA/Job=Early_Childhood_Educator_(ECE)/Hourly_Rate/e894d1e7/Toronto-ON
12. Global ranking - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-canada-trails-most-other-wealthy-countries-in-caring-for-children/ or
13. Provincial and federal moneys - https://globalnews.ca/news/8112898/new-brunswick-child-care-deal/
This presentation will look at key commitments made during the 2015 election as part evaluating the government performance on key files.
This presentation is one opinion as such it is up to individuals to do their own research as part of understanding if the Liberal Party of Canada has met its election promises.
This presentation will discuss trade between provinces and the issue facing provinces in terms of breaking down barriers
This presentation will also discuss provincial relations either with the federal government or with other provinces.
Inter provincial relations are at all-time low as provinces are putting up barriers to trade.
Many people are confused how money flows from your wallet to social programs. Each level of government has different taxation programs that hit your wallet different ways
It is important to understand there is only one taxpayers and that is you
You cannot tax people to prosperity
Canada does a very good job of wealth distribution
Too many governments do not look at value for money when it comes to delivering program spending.
All politicians will promise the world, but in fact can deliver very little due fiscal restraints
Government Policies - Aboriginal affairs formerly first nations- Canada - Dec...paul young cpa, cga
This presentation looks state of funding for government affairs as well as accountability for how funding is used by Assembling of First Nations’ various bands
The presentation will look at areas like economic development, resource management, public safety, water and land management
Harper faced 2008-2009 recession which included demands by the opposition to introduce a stimulus - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/fiscal-management-cycle-debt-surpluses-deficits-canada-september-2019
Harper was not perfect and did make mistakes but never had any ethical violations like Trudeau - https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/mario-dion-report-justin-trudeau-1.5247209
Canada fiscal management - deficit and debt - february 2021paul young cpa, cga
1. digital and luxury levies - https://www.ctvnews.ca/politics/canada-s-budget-to-include-digital-and-luxury-levies-but-no-wealth-tax-reuters-sources-1.5392475
2. Tax havens and Panama Papers - https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/cra-panama-papers-audits-5-years-1.5974690
3. Public registry - https://www.thestar.com/politics/federal/2021/04/21/ottawa-targets-tax-evaders-with-public-registry-of-corporate-owners.html
4. AG and vaccines - https://www.hilltimes.com/2021/04/13/federal-auditor-general-to-start-probe-into-vaccines-this-year/293209
5. Holding the govt accountable - https://www.pentictonherald.ca/opinion/article_b48b630e-9878-11eb-bbfe-8734610eab46.html
6. C10 - @s_guilbeault is the last person that should be speaking about restrictions of the internet. I am guessing that @gmbutts is still calling the shots as a way to protect @JustinTrudeau from being exposed as a fraud - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/governance-model-canada-federal-government-april-23-2021 or https://troymedia.com/politicslaw/crtc-overreaching-with-its-proposed-internet-regulations/#.YIxWAaEpBPY
7. We do not need a judge investigating. We need someone like Mercer or another HR organization investigating the issues. https://www.mercer.ca/en/what-we-do/workforce-and-careers/hr-transformation.html# Liberals’ record on making improvements after they have failed has been abysmal! https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/analysis-justin-trudeau-accountability-and-transparency
8. CMHC spent nearly a million dollars to delete the word “mortgage” from its name, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. Staff in internal emails enthused the marketing exercise “gave them chills” and wanted to celebrate with champagne, according to Access To Information records disclosed yesterday by the Canadian Taxpayers Federation: “I wish we could pop open some bubbly together!” https://www.blacklocks.ca/paid-925k-to-delete-a-word/
@MPJulian and the NDP
Shutdown tax-havens.
Fix the tax act.
Getting more value for money out of program spending
The focus should be on protecting the environment while growing the economy in a sustainable way.
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/tax-fairness-and-business-competitiveness-analysis
9. Disaster mitigation fund - https://www.municipalworld.com/press-releases/amo-reveals-municipal-government-highlights-from-budget-2021/
a. This does not replace the need to have proper crisis and emergency management reporting - https://ibm.box.com/s/rsp6p9tez8uru9fo0wu5d13bxt7rtrr0
2019 Election| Seniors and Retirement | Canada | July 2019paul young cpa, cga
This presentation looks at the issues facing various pension plans across Canada as well as looks to see if people are saving for retirement
This presentation will also discuss the seniors concerns going into the 2019 election
2019 Election| Who do you just more when it comes to Retirement Planning?paul young cpa, cga
This presentation looks at the issues facing various pension plans across Canada as well as looks to see if people are saving for retirement
This presentation will also discuss the seniors concerns going into the 2019 election
CPPIB is independent board that evaluates all investment to ensure pensions funds achieve a specific return. There is nothing stopping govt from talking to CPPIB which the Liberals have done in the past with various pension funds to encourage investments.
Canada - Fiscal Management - Deficit and Debt - May 2022.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Summary
Canada projected a 12B deficit for FY 2023. The current surplus of $5B is primarily to do with higher revenue and lower expenses being paid out. The economy is about hit major headway as such taxes should start to drop over the next 5-6 months. Government expenses will likely grow over the next few months.
2019 Election| Retirement| Payroll Tax| CPP | Canada| August 2019paul young cpa, cga
Here is a review of CPP including the fact CPP is payroll tax. The only difference between CPP and Income tax is that CPP goes to specific fund that the government cannot touch directly.
Has Justin Trudeau and Liberal Government been Open, Transparent, and Account...paul young cpa, cga
Blog – Has Liberal Government of Canada been Open, Transparent, and Accountable – October 1, 2022
Justin Trudeau and his team claim that EI and CPP investments. EI and CPP have always been payroll taxes!
Guilbeault spoke out about the elimination the carbon tax. The carbon tax is regressive tax that punishes low to middle class earners more than the wealthiest in Canada. Canada is also a carbon sink that Guilbeault never ever mention in his very posts on social media. There has been a tax on pollution for years. CO2 is not a pollutant - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/how-to-mitigate-the-impact-of-climate-change-september-2022pptx-253224949
Canada is heading for a recession. This recession could be very tough as many households are struggling with high-cost living including hikes to interest rates.
Canada GDP continues to face many challenges!
There was a budgetary deficit of $3.7 billion in October 2021, compared to a deficit of $18.5 billion in October 2020. The budgetary deficit before net actuarial losses and gains was $5.4 billion, compared to a deficit of $17.2 billion in the same period of 2020–21. The budgetary balance before net actuarial losses and gains is intended to supplement the traditional budgetary balance and improve the transparency of the government's financial reporting by isolating the impact of the amortization of net actuarial losses and gains arising from the revaluation of the government's pension and other employee future benefit plans
Source - https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/services/publications/fiscal-monitor/2021/10.html
1. Fiscal update - https://rabble.ca/politics/canadian-politics/feds-fiscal-update-is-all-about-covid-but-does-too-little-to-address-root-cause/
2. Housing - https://betterdwelling.com/canadian-real-estate-prices-forecast-to-rise-while-incomes-fall-fitch-ratings/
3. Fitch - https://www.fitchratings.com/research/international-public-finance/canadian-provinces-rebound-in-2022-debt-bears-watching-13-12-2021
4. Food costs - https://www.fitchratings.com/research/international-public-finance/canadian-provinces-rebound-in-2022-debt-bears-watching-13-12-2021
5. Income and food costs - https://globalnews.ca/video/8458094/most-canadians-dont-believe-their-income-will-keep-up-with-rising-food-prices/amp/
6. 2B trees - https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/canada-trees-planting-climate-1.6288938
7. Critical metals - https://www.sudbury.com/beyond-local/mining-the-future-canadas-high-hopes-to-become-a-global-critical-mineral-powerhouse-4870557
8. China - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-china-is-buying-up-the-critical-green-revolution-minerals-sector-in/
9. LNG - https://thenarwhal.ca/bc-last-lng-project/
10. Oil Production - https://financialpost.com/executive/executive-summary/posthaste-canada-set-to-smash-oil-production-record-in-2022-and-thats-a-little-bearish-for-oil
11. Manufacturing - https://www.conferenceboard.ca/insights/featured/canadian-economics/manufacturing-sales-show-signs-of-life
Small businesses are backbone of the economy, especially in small cities. The economic recovery strength will depend on how well small businesses survive post-covid19
Canada - Fiscal Management - Deficit and Debt - March 2022.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Federal fiscal deficit hit nearly 96B for the FY ending March 2022
OPP costs continue to plague municipal and local government budgets
More needs to be done from all levels of government to mitigate the impacts of climate change
All levels of government need to address issues with housing
Governments need to start looking at the operational model as part of managing costs.
All levels of government need revisit tax policies to ensure fairness.
More needs to be done to address skill gaps and economic development
More needs to be done to address issues with healthcare wait times
Better alignment of education with the jobs of today and tomorrow
Summary:
The federal government ran a budget deficit of $73.7 billion for the April to November period of the current fiscal year.
The Finance Department says the result compared with a deficit of $232 billion in the same period a year earlier.
Source - https://www.advisor.ca/news/economic/eight-month-deficit-feds-spent-73-7-billion-more-than-they-took-in/
1. YTD deficit of $73B - https://infotel.ca/newsitem/fiscal-monitor/cp2130154807
2. Currency - https://www.reuters.com/article/canada-forex/canada-fx-debt-c-posts-biggest-weekly-decline-since-august-on-risk-aversion-idUKL1N2U829F
3. GDP - https://betterdwelling.com/bank-of-canada-quietly-revised-its-gdp-forecast-to-show-a-larger-housing-contraction/
4. Green inflation - https://euobserver.com/climate/154220
5. Trade - https://worldrepublicnews.com/united-states-defeats-canada-in-first-dispute-under-new-north-american-trade-pact/
6. Skills gaps - https://worldrepublicnews.com/united-states-defeats-canada-in-first-dispute-under-new-north-american-trade-pact/
7. Input Costs / AG - https://www.agweb.com/news/crops/planting/farming-input-costs-are-rising-how-producers-are-managing-risk
8. Middle class taxes - https://www.agweb.com/news/crops/planting/farming-input-costs-are-rising-how-producers-are-managing-risk
9. Wealth taxes - https://financesofthenation.ca/2022/01/26/why-wont-canada-increase-taxes-on-capital-gains-of-the-wealthiest-families/
10. Value for money - https://www.thespec.com/opinion/contributors/2022/01/26/value-for-money-audit-could-unlock-police-ingenuity-creativity-and-innovation.html
11. Funding transit - https://fcm.ca/en/news-media/news-release/big-city-mayors-federal-government-public-transit-needs-our-help
12. What plans?
a. https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2022/01/government-of-canada-delivers-on-commitment-to-reduce-cell-phone-wireless-plans-by-25.html
i. This is misleading because it is based on plans. https://www.iphoneincanada.ca/carriers/rogers/rogers-telus-bell-have-lowered-cellphone-plans-by-25-as-agreed-says-ottawa/
1. If you renew your plan than you will see different rates due to what is being offered.
Canada - Fiscal Management - Deficit and Debt - May 2022.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Blog – Public Sector – What is next for Canada – June 2022
The federal public services have expanded by over 50K job and yet there are backlogs with passports, immigration, and other areas of government
Federal government deficits pre-covid nineteen did little to address productivity, innovation, skills gaps, and affordable housing.
Canada per capita GDP trails other countries like Qatar https://georank.org/economy/canada/qatar and Australia https://georank.org/economy/australia/canada
Canada continues to struggle with high inflation - https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/chrystia-freeland-inflation-1.6501750
Bank of Canada| What is next for Canada's Monetary Policiespaul young cpa, cga
“Having said that, we knew that Omicron-induced restrictions will undoubtedly slow the economic recovery, making the Bank of Canada cautious. An increase in rates when two of Canada’s biggest provinces are under strict restrictions might have sent the wrong signals.”
Source - https://financialpost.com/news/economy/bank-of-canada-interest-rate-decision-0126-22
1. Canada household debt - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/pattie-lovett-reid-are-you-going-to-get-hurt-by-higher-rates-it-doesn-t-have-to-be-that-way-1.1714123
2. Productivity - https://abacusdata.ca/shortage-economy-canada-polling/
3. Business investment - https://www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/news/canada/will-rate-hikes-dampen-canadas-already-lacklustre-business-investment-100685123/
4. Startups - https://financialpost.com/sponsored/business-sponsored/embracing-entrepreneurship-for-all-to-drive-canadas-innovation-economy-forward
5. AI - https://stories.td.com/ca/en/news/2022-01-26-td-builds-on-commitment-to-advance-ai-with-early-renewal-of
6. Skills - https://stories.td.com/ca/en/news/2022-01-26-td-builds-on-commitment-to-advance-ai-with-early-renewal-of
7. Supply chain - https://www.cips.org/supply-management/news/2022/january/covid-clampdown-guarantees-supply-chain-disruption/
8. Freight - https://www.fm-magazine.com/news/2022/jan/freight-rates-wont-ease-2022.html
9. Career - https://smartasset.com/data-studies/best-jobs-that-dont-require-a-bachelors-degree-2022
10. Trades - https://www.cimmigrationnews.com/canada-needs-to-reform-immigration-system-to-help-skill-trades-says-ontario-organization/
11. Business automation - https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2022/01/25/why-manufacturing-automation-should-dominate-the-2022-business-agenda/?sh=24b98668176e
Many different groups will write paper and/or articles on government from their perspective. It is important for readers to review all sources when it comes to debating various government policies
Justin Trudeau constantly calls out the Harper era like he did in 2015. The problem is Trudeau never discuss details as the details tell a different picture.
Real gross domestic product (GDP) grew 8.9% in the third quarter, following an 11.3% drop in the second quarter and a 1.9% decline in the first. Despite strong growth in the third quarter—the steepest since quarterly data were first recorded in 1961—real GDP was down 5.3% compared with the fourth quarter of 2019.
Final domestic demand rose 10.8%, after an 11.4% decline in the second quarter and a 1.6% drop in the first quarter.
Source - https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/201201/dq201201a-eng.htm
Real gross domestic product (GDP) grew 0.8% in September, on the heels of a 0.9% increase in August. This fifth consecutive monthly increase continued to offset the steepest drops on record in Canadian economic activity observed in March and April. Total economic activity was about 5% below February's pre-pandemic level.
Both goods-producing (+0.7%) and services-producing (+0.8%) industries were up as 16 of 20 industrial sectors posted increases in September.
Preliminary information indicates an approximate 0.2% increase in real GDP for October. The 20 industrial sectors were nearly evenly split between gains and losses. Owing to its preliminary nature, the estimate will be revised on December 23 with the release of the official GDP data for October.
https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/201201/dq201201b-eng.htm
Summary:
There was a budgetary deficit of $3.9 billion in July 2022, compared to a deficit of $10.9 billion in July 2021. The budgetary deficit before net actuarial losses was $3.0 billion, compared to a deficit of $9.6 billion in the same period of 2021-22. The budgetary balance before net actuarial losses is intended to supplement the traditional budgetary balance and improve the transparency of the government’s financial reporting by isolating the impact of the amortization of net actuarial losses arising from the revaluation of the government’s pension and other employee future benefit plans.
As expected, the government’s 2022-23 financial results continue to improve compared to the peak of the COVID-19 crisis and the unprecedented level of temporary COVID-19 response measures at the time.
Source – Government of Canada
2019 Election| Retirement| Seniors and CPP| Canada | July 2019paul young cpa, cga
Canadian Seniors
Liberals love to mislead people on what Harper and the CPC did for seniors:
1. Carbon tax hurts so people on fixed income – Carbon tax is regressive tax - https://news.ontario.ca/ene/en/2019/04/ontario-stands-up-for-seniors-by-opposing-the-costly-federal-carbon-tax-1.html
2. OAS needs to be affordable - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/personal-finance/article-how-raising-the-age-for-cpp-and-oas-to-67-would-benefit-the-whole/
3. Seniors and Poverty - https://cpj.ca/poverty-trends-2018/
4. Harper introduced Pension Splitting https://www.moneysense.ca/news/trudeau-harper-clash-over-pensions-and-income-splitting/
5. Harper spent on Elderly benefits - https://globalnews.ca/news/2222185/reality-check-trudeaus-claim-harper-slashes-funding-to-balance-budget-falls-flat/
Who is better at managing CPP?
• @justintrudeau decided to hike CPP rates as part of his feel-good policies. CPP is a tax!
• @Andrewscheer policies will be like Harper that is hold CPP premium growth to inflation
Similar to What party is the best for Seniors? (2019 Election - Canada) (20)
Global Housing Market Analysis and Commentary- September 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Summary:
Homebuilders are walking a fine line when it comes to new projects as high mortgage rates curb demand.
New residential construction, including single-family homes and multifamily, dropped 11.3% month over month in August to 1.283 million units on a seasonally adjusted basis, according to Census Bureau data released Tuesday. That's down 14.8% compared with a year ago and well below the 1.44 million units economists surveyed by Bloomberg projected.
But authorized residential permits — an indicator of potential future activity — rose 6.9% to 1.543 million permits in August from July. That was still down 2.7% from last August. Single-family permits, though, were up 2% from July to 949,000. Multifamily permits came in at 535,000.
The data reflects two opposing forces builders are trying to balance: the ongoing need for new construction to fill in limited inventory and elevated mortgage rates that are hurting their biggest customer right now, the first-time homebuyer.
"High mortgage rates are clearly taking a toll on builder confidence and consumer demand, as a growing number of buyers are electing to defer a home purchase until long-term rates move lower," Robert Dietz, chief economist of the National Association of Home Builders, said Monday in a press release after builder confidence dropped for the second straight month.
Source: https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/homebuilders-face-a-tough-balancing-act-on-new-construction-amid-high-mortgage-rates-130744368.html
Blog – What is next for the Mining Sector – September 2023
The mining sector provides critical material that support solar, wind, and lithium-ion batteries as part of the green transition. https://www.iea.org/news/critical-minerals-market-sees-unprecedented-growth-as-clean-energy-demand-drives-strong-increase-in-investment
The mining sector products play a key role with the global GDP - https://www.yicaiglobal.com/news/global-mining-industry-value-was-69-of-world-gdp-last-year-china-says
Mining practices need to be sustainable including following all ESG policies - https://www.linkedin.com/advice/1/how-can-you-monitor-sustainable-mining-practices
Other links and sources –
Lithium Supply and Price - https://zbr.com.mx/en/sin-categoria-es/lithium-prices-fall-44-in-china-due-to-lack-of-demand/138168/
Cobalt - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mahmut-karada%C5%9F-a2b7a5151_china-exportrestrictions-gallium-activity-7082603182589157376-Zrty/?trk=public_profile_like_view
Nickel https://www.eureporter.co/business/2023/09/15/stanislav-kondrashov-from-telf-ag-nickel-prices-outlook-remains-positive/
Iron-ore - https://www.brecorder.com/news/40263584/sgx-iron-ore-set-for-best-week-in-3-months
TD Bank / Metals - https://www.tdsecurities.com/ca/en/setting-the-stage-for-gold-outlook
Biodiversity / Mining - https://worldcrunch.com/green/lithium-green-energy-argentina-indigenous
ESG - https://iriscarbon.com/the-added-value-of-integrated-esg-reporting-a-threefold-framework/
Blog – Manufacturing Shipments and Orders – The United States – August 2023
Summary:
New orders for manufacturing technology in the United States totaled $353.9 million in July 2023, as per the latest report by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology. This figure marked a 12.4% decline from June 2023 but remained only 10.5% lower than July 2022. Year-to-date orders amounted to $2.83 billion, reflecting a 12.7% decrease compared to the same period the previous year.
Douglas K. Woods, President of AMT, noted that July is typically a slower month for manufacturing technology orders, so a slight drop was expected. However, he pointed out a notable trend: over the last two months, the year-to-date order gap has narrowed during historically slow periods. While job shops have seen decreased orders, other industries that benefited from reshoring or government investments have helped fill the gap.
Among specific sectors, job shops, the largest customer segment, placed their lowest total monthly orders since August 2020. In contrast, metal valve manufacturers recorded their third-highest monthly order value on record, last seen in September 2018, making up nearly 5% of the total manufacturing technology order value for July 2023. Manufacturers of motor vehicle transmissions continued to order machinery at an elevated pace. However, the aerospace industry continued to order below its early 2022 peaks, with hopes that recent projects like the federal government's $1.5 billion investment in communications satellites might reverse this trend.
Source: https://www.sme.org/technologies/articles/2023/september/u.s.-manufacturing-technology-orders-dip-in-july-but-show-resilience-amid-economic-uncertainty
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE September 15 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Blog – Analysis and Commentary – Stock Market – WE September 15 2023
Summary:
Stocks fell Friday as investors wrap up a volatile week ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy meeting.
The Dow Jones Industrials tumbled 288.87 points to close out Friday and the week at 34,618.24. At its lows, it completely wiped out Thursday's 332-point rally.
The S&P 500 index sank 54.78 points, or 1.2%, to 4,450.32.
The NASDAQ index plunged 217.72 points, or 1.6%, to 13,708.33.
The Dow held onto a winning week. The S&P 500 and NASDAQ both closed out the week with losses.
Information technology was the worst-performing sector in the S&P 500, down nearly 2%. Adobe shares fell more than 4% even after the software firm posted better-than-expected quarterly results. Shares of Arm Holdings were lower one day after its successful public debut.
Auto stocks General Motors and Stellantis N.V. were higher Friday, while Ford Motor was about flat. Thousands of members of the United Auto Workers went on strike after failing to reach a deal with the automakers Thursday night.
Elsewhere, Lennar shares slid 3%. The home construction firm posted third-quarter results that beat on the top and bottom lines.
On the economic front, the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment survey showed one-year inflation expectations dropped to 3.1% in
September, tied for the lowest since January 2021. Also, the five-year outlook fell to 2.7%, matching its lowest since December 2020.
Electricity Analysis - Canada and the OECD - June 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Summary:
Over three-quarters of the world’s total coal-generated electricity is consumed in just three countries. China is the top user of coal, making up 53.3% of global coal demand, followed by India at 13.6%, and the U.S. at 8.9%.
Burning coal—for electricity, as well as metallurgy and cement production—is the world’s single largest source of CO2 emissions. Nevertheless, its use in electricity generation has actually grown 91.2% since 1997, the year when the first global climate agreement was signed in Kyoto, Japan.
However, even as non-renewables enjoy their time in the sun, their days could be numbered.
In 2022, renewables, such as wind, solar, and geothermal, represented 14.4% of total electricity generation with an extraordinary annual growth rate of 14.7%, driven by big gains in solar and wind. Non-renewables, by contrast, only managed an anemic 0.4%.
The authors of the Statistical Review do not include hydroelectric in their renewable calculations, even though many others, including the International Energy Agency, consider it a “well-established renewable power technology.”
With hydroelectric moved into the renewable column, together they accounted for over 29.3% of all electricity generated in 2022, with an annual growth rate of 7.4%.
Source - https://energynow.ca/2023/09/infographic-what-electricity-sources-power-the-world-see-them-here-visual-capitalist/
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE September 9 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
What did the markets tell us this week?
1. Housing supply and costs continue to plague countries around the world.
2. Gasoline prices are on the rise that puts pressure on central banks ability to hit their core inflation targets.
3. ESG adoption by both the private and public sector is leading to both funding concerns and the overall cost of implementing ESG policies.
4. Adopting technology as part of increasing food production is facing both capital and operational funding concerns.
5. Strike at LNG facility in Australia is leading to concerns around a supply chain disruption of natural gas for EMEA and Asia.
6. The threat of China dumping batteries into markets - https://www.ft.com/content/b6038e51-7b5b-4f97-a5da-9202e71562fc
7. Adoption of generative AI has been facing many challenges related to security, privacy, and ethical issues.
8. Lack of biodiversity planning as part of the overall climate mitigation including sustainable mining, forestry, oil, gas, agriculture, and housing
9. Geopolitical issues continue to impact supply chain.
10. The concerns of recession continue to plague both the private and public sector.
11. Productivity issues continue to plague governments around the world.
Global (Mining Oil and Gas Forestry and Agriculture) Analysis and Commentary ...paul young cpa, cga
The mining, oil, gas, agriculture, forestry, and mining continue to face environmental, social, and governance policy review including reporting of key metrics as part of ESG reporting cycle.
There is more focus on profitability and investment returns as part of the integrated planning and reporting cycle.
Summary:
The global economy faces what at least one forecaster is calling a mild trade recession as shipments from China slump and German factories downshift.
China’s export declines extended into August, though there were signs that the worst of a world trade slowdown may be over for the leading exporter.
Overseas shipments from China fell 8.8% in dollar terms from a year earlier while imports contracted 7.3%, both better than economists’ estimates and significantly less severe than July’s downturn.
Other data have suggested trade may be stabilizing after weakening for most of this year. Exports from South Korea also declined at a more moderate pace in August than the previous month.
Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2023-09-07/supply-chain-latest-world-trade-faces-a-shallow-recession?srnd=economics-v2
Additional sources and links:
Lithium - https://source.benchmarkminerals.com/article/falling-lithium-prices-challenge-potential-cost-advantages-of-sodium-batteries
Oil Production - https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/06/business/oil-price-goldman-sachs/index.html
Natural gas - https://www.fxstreet.com/news/natural-gas-holds-up-as-markets-in-limbo-over-strikes-202309070956
Lumber - https://www.fastmarkets.com/insights/sawmill-capacity-closures-reshape-us-lumber-supply
Critical metals - https://www.wasterecyclingmag.ca/feature/how-recycling-could-solve-the-shortage-of-minerals-essential-to-clean-energy/
Agriculture - https://www.morningagclips.com/economists-forecast-positive-end-of-year-crop-outlook-despite-warmer-midwestern-climate/
ESG - https://www.skadden.com/insights/publications/2023/09/the-informed-board/the-eus-new-esg-disclosure-rules
Ports - https://www.marketscreener.com/quote/stock/HAPAG-LLOYD-AG-24857717/news/Hapag-Lloyd-chief-warns-of-rougher-seas-ahead-for-container-shipping-44789017/
Top destination for reshoring - https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/economy/2023/08/29/uae-in-top-10-most-powerful-passports-for-investment-opportunity/
Global Trade - https://phys.org/news/2023-09-opinion-broke-global-climate-finish.html
What is next for the Forestry Sector and Lumber Production - September 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Lumber production in Canada continues to face many hurdles
Canada forest management practices are some of the bests in the world
Canada planted over 440M in seedlings back in 2018. It is now 2022 which means close 2M seedlings have been planted.
All levels need to put more focus on urban and rural planning solutions
More work including spending on wildfire and forest fire mitigation
Canada and USA need to find a path forward to resolve the softwood lumber dispute
There needs to a better balanced between climate change policies and growing the economy in a sustainable way
3D printing for housing needs to become mainstream
More protection needs to happen with key ecosystems like wetlands, forest, and peatlands.
There is a risk of debt default if interest rates are hike over the next few months
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how to sell pi coins on Bitmart crypto exchangeDOT TECH
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Financial Assets: Debit vs Equity Securities.pptxWrito-Finance
financial assets represent claim for future benefit or cash. Financial assets are formed by establishing contracts between participants. These financial assets are used for collection of huge amounts of money for business purposes.
Two major Types: Debt Securities and Equity Securities.
Debt Securities are Also known as fixed-income securities or instruments. The type of assets is formed by establishing contracts between investor and issuer of the asset.
• The first type of Debit securities is BONDS. Bonds are issued by corporations and government (both local and national government).
• The second important type of Debit security is NOTES. Apart from similarities associated with notes and bonds, notes have shorter term maturity.
• The 3rd important type of Debit security is TRESURY BILLS. These securities have short-term ranging from three months, six months, and one year. Issuer of such securities are governments.
• Above discussed debit securities are mostly issued by governments and corporations. CERTIFICATE OF DEPOSITS CDs are issued by Banks and Financial Institutions. Risk factor associated with CDs gets reduced when issued by reputable institutions or Banks.
Following are the risk attached with debt securities: Credit risk, interest rate risk and currency risk
There are no fixed maturity dates in such securities, and asset’s value is determined by company’s performance. There are two major types of equity securities: common stock and preferred stock.
Common Stock: These are simple equity securities and bear no complexities which the preferred stock bears. Holders of such securities or instrument have the voting rights when it comes to select the company’s board of director or the business decisions to be made.
Preferred Stock: Preferred stocks are sometime referred to as hybrid securities, because it contains elements of both debit security and equity security. Preferred stock confers ownership rights to security holder that is why it is equity instrument
<a href="https://www.writofinance.com/equity-securities-features-types-risk/" >Equity securities </a> as a whole is used for capital funding for companies. Companies have multiple expenses to cover. Potential growth of company is required in competitive market. So, these securities are used for capital generation, and then uses it for company’s growth.
Concluding remarks
Both are employed in business. Businesses are often established through debit securities, then what is the need for equity securities. Companies have to cover multiple expenses and expansion of business. They can also use equity instruments for repayment of debits. So, there are multiple uses for securities. As an investor, you need tools for analysis. Investment decisions are made by carefully analyzing the market. For better analysis of the stock market, investors often employ financial analysis of companies.
how can I sell pi coins after successfully completing KYCDOT TECH
Pi coins is not launched yet in any exchange 💱 this means it's not swappable, the current pi displaying on coin market cap is the iou version of pi. And you can learn all about that on my previous post.
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#kyc #mainnet #picoins #pi #sellpi #piwallet
#pinetwork
The Evolution of Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in India: Challenges...beulahfernandes8
Role in Financial System
NBFCs are critical in bridging the financial inclusion gap.
They provide specialized financial services that cater to segments often neglected by traditional banks.
Economic Impact
NBFCs contribute significantly to India's GDP.
They support sectors like micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), housing finance, and personal loans.
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where can I find a legit pi merchant onlineDOT TECH
Yes. This is very easy what you need is a recommendation from someone who has successfully traded pi coins before with a merchant.
Who is a pi merchant?
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@Pi_vendor_247
Falcon stands out as a top-tier P2P Invoice Discounting platform in India, bridging esteemed blue-chip companies and eager investors. Our goal is to transform the investment landscape in India by establishing a comprehensive destination for borrowers and investors with diverse profiles and needs, all while minimizing risk. What sets Falcon apart is the elimination of intermediaries such as commercial banks and depository institutions, allowing investors to enjoy higher yields.
Empowering the Unbanked: The Vital Role of NBFCs in Promoting Financial Inclu...Vighnesh Shashtri
In India, financial inclusion remains a critical challenge, with a significant portion of the population still unbanked. Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) have emerged as key players in bridging this gap by providing financial services to those often overlooked by traditional banking institutions. This article delves into how NBFCs are fostering financial inclusion and empowering the unbanked.
Introduction to Indian Financial System ()Avanish Goel
The financial system of a country is an important tool for economic development of the country, as it helps in creation of wealth by linking savings with investments.
It facilitates the flow of funds form the households (savers) to business firms (investors) to aid in wealth creation and development of both the parties
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2. PAUL YOUNG - BIO
• CPA, CGA
• Academia (PF1, FA4 and MS2)
• SME – Risk Management
• SME – Close, Consolidate and Reporting
• SME – Public Policy
• SME – Emerging Technology
• SME – Financial Solutions
• SME – Business Process Change
• SME – Supply Chain Management
Contact information:
Paul_Young_CGA@Hotmail.com
3. INTRODUCTIO
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• This presentation looks at the issues facing
various pension plans across Canada as well
as looks to see if people are saving for
retirement
• This presentation will also discuss the
seniors concerns going into the 2019 election
4. AGENDA • TSX Market Returns
• What is C27
• Pension Plans
• Issues with Pensions / Government
• Pension Fund Returns
• Liberal Policies and the stock market
• NDP and Pensions
• CPP Hikes and business impact
• Blog – Seniors
5. WHAT IS C27
Source - http://www.moneysense.ca/save/retirement/pensions/defined-benefit-pension-plans-due-change/
Bill C-27 is an Act to amend the long-standing Pension Benefits Standards Act.
Those in favour of pure Defined Benefit (DB) pension plans have criticized Bill C-
27, saying it would allow federally regulated employers to replace DB plans, which
provide a guaranteed retirement income for life with no risk, with Target Benefit
Plans (TBPs) which are also generous pensions but because they count on
employees taking on some risk, final retirement guaranteed payments may not be
as iron-glad.
Source - https://canadiandimension.com/articles/view/bill-c-27-pension-reform-an-
unprecedented-attack-on-all
8. GOVERNMENT PENSIONS
Source - http://o.canada.com/news/auditor-general-government-should-re-
examine-design-of-pension-plans-to-ensure-sustainability
Public servants are working fewer years and living longer in retirement on their pensions
– in fact, about 27 years longer – than when the plans were created more than 40 years
ago. The report found that a further increase in life expectancy over time, of between
one to three years, could boost the plans’ actuarial obligations by between $4.2 billion
and $11.7 billion.
At the same time, the plan has faced the volatility of the market since the 2008 financial
crisis and low interest rates, increasing the cost of pension obligations.
The plans have a major impact on Canada’s debt and deficit. The three plans have
liabilities totalling $152 billion, the second-biggest liability after Canada’s market debt.
10. WHAT IS DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TBP, DB AND
DC PLANS
Source - http://www.moneysense.ca/save/retirement/pensions/defined-benefit-pension-plans-due-change/
TBPs can place explicit limits on the volatility of employer contributions. So if a funding deficit
arises in a TBP (because of underfunding, or lower-than-expected investment returns, say), part or
all of it can be compensated for by reducing accrued benefits to employees whereas a traditional
DB plan would require the entire deficit to be funded by increased contributions on the part of the
employer—the federal government (and by extension, the taxpayer).
Less desirable than either DB or TBP plans are DC plans, which are mostly self-directed by the
employees who own them. (If you have a pension with your employer you likely have one of these.)
That means that contributions are completely fixed and mostly paid by the plan holder, and there’s
a lot of uncertainty as to what retirement income payouts will be because that depends entirely on
the way you managed and invested your DC pension money over time.
11. BLOG – NDP AND
PENSIONS
• Seriously? What joke? Do you even grasp how
pension funding works?
• Pensions have rules (GAAP)
• What party wants to hike taxes and keep
carbon tax? That would be NDP!
• I do not see Teachers asking the govt to cut
their matching, why?
•
• https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/pen
sions-world-and-canada-analysis-july-2017
12. BLOG - PENSIONS
• https://www.cpacanada.ca/-/media/site/business-and-accounting-
resources/docs/aspe-briefing-section-3462-employee-future-benefits-a-focus-on-
defined-benefit-plans-november-
2014.pdf?la=en&hash=52A1B18BCA458C959F7AEBE574CCB8DAE4C027F9
• I have been through audits and you haven’t Pension Funds are tested. The
bankruptcy laws need to be changed
• Pensions plans can be revised, especially if there issues with funding. i.e.
cutting back payments. cost to borrow against pension assets
• That is your opinion on GM, right? Pensions funds are held in trust.
Companies going through restructuring can put a freeze on pension funding as
part of their restructuring. Sears plan had its mistakes, especially the
appointed trustees should not allow bonuses to be paid out
• Private sector in the 1990s moved away from DB to DC plans as the companies
were saying the DB were to risky.
• Govt pensions continue to be review as part of their solvency. I cover that in my
presentation - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/pensions-world-and-
canada-analysis-july-2017 Read up on accounting for pensions before you spout
of your expertise!
13. CPP HIKES • Businesses said CPP Hikes were to high -
https://www.cfib-fcei.ca/en/advocacy/cpp-
canada-pension-plan or
https://www.ctvnews.ca/politics/cpp-deal-
bad-for-small-business-canadian-chamber-
of-commerce-1.2956059
• People are saving for retirements -
https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/census-
canadian-saving-1.4287219
• TFSA benefited low to middle class Cdns -
https://business.financialpost.com/personal
-finance/tfsa/exclusive-canadians-maxing-
out-their-tfsas-from-all-walks-of-life
• CPP hikes were done on purpose so that
CPPIB had more funds to invest with
infrastructure projects across Canada
• CPP hikes do not help people already on
CPP or OAS or Income Supplement
14. LISA RAITT VS JUSTIN TRUDEAU CPP
Source - https://twitter.com/lraitt/status/1078842026676781056
15. ARE PEOPLE SAVING FOR RETIREMENT
• Here are my comments to LPC/NDP https://www.canadianmanufacturing.com/human-resources/canada-sole-member-g7-not-
raising-retirement-age-adding-big-costs-report-204743/
• Harper had it right when it came to pushing out the retirement age to 67.
• http://www.msn.com/en-ca/money/other/proposed-cpp-changes-would-hike-premiums-starting-in-2019/vi-AAhnSmb (This is rich
coming from Morneau as he was the former CEO of Morneau Shapell that focused on Pension Plans)
• Morneau - http://www.plant.ca/general/with-the-federal-budget-tabled-morneau-prepares-to-refocus-on-cpp-expansion-
157272/?utm_source=CPLT&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CPLT-EN03292016
• Justin Trudeau - http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/2015/06/25/justin-trudeau-pension-plan-could-eliminate-need-for-ontario-
version.html
• Scott Brison comments - http://news.nationalpost.com/full-comment/scott-brison-more-infrastructure-stronger-economy
• John McCallum comments - http://www.cbc.ca/player/News/Politics/ID/2668016113/
• OAS/NDP - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32bySE5UMw4
• It is funny how people read the by-lines, but never actually look at the programs and/or asked the question to why people are
not doing more for their retirement. Here are examples of programs including the trends. JT talks about retirement, but has
never once said how he will fund the changes to OAS or CPP, why?
Summary / CPPIB
• Liberals dropped the TFSA to 5,000 - https://business.financialpost.com/personal-finance/tfsa/exclusive-
canadians-maxing-out-their-tfsas-from-all-walks-of-life
• Trudeau also has made statements that CPPIB will be encourage to invest in infrastructure projects -
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/cppib-head-cautious-on-canadian-
infrastructure/article32617837/
• Transit systems are subsidized - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/canada-transit-analysis-for-
october-2018
People are saving for retirement
https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/c
ensus-canadian-saving-1.4287219
Government policies and Issues
17. STOCK MARKET / RETURNS
• Liberals are introducing bad policies like carbon tax, C69, C49, small business tax reforms, etc. that
are leading to business competitiveness - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/2019-election-gdp-
and-economy-canada - Lower stock market returns put pressure on pension funds
• Government is holding the line on interest rates. Many pensions funds have money market
investments - https://www.thestreet.com/personal-finance/what-is-money-market-account-14860277 -
The BOC is holding rates as there are issues with sluggish economy and high household debt -
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/2019-election-who-do-you-trust-more-to-make-housing-
more-affordable
18. BLOG - NDP AND PENSONS
• It is funny how you quote his policy book when in fact it never provides details including Canada’s role with NATO
or the United States, right. Secondly, Mulcair has never come clean what his investments will be in the military, but
if this comments from NDP is reflection https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32bySE5UMw4 then there will be either
no investment or little investment. Yet, Ms. Leslie’s riding is gaining the economic benefits from the frigate contract,
but no comment from Leslie and/or Dewar, why? http://atlantic.ctvnews.ca/halifax-s-irving-shipbuilding-to-lead-26-
billion-frigate-replacement-program-1.2199422 or http://thechronicleherald.ca/business/1293835-arctic-patrol-
vessels-%E2%80%98really-have-started%E2%80%99-construction-says-irving-president
•
• I bet you come back on the pensioners, right? The NDP never does research on any files as such pensioners are not
different when they make statements:
•
• Federal - http://www.taxtips.ca/seniors.htm
• TFSA - http://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/taxation-policies
• RRIF - Susan Eng – Retirees - http://www.benefitscanada.com/news/budget-could-loosen-rrif-withdrawal-rules-65697
• OAS – Many EU countries have moved OAS age up due to sustainability. Harper had it right!
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/personal-finance/article-how-raising-the-age-for-cpp-and-oas-to-67-would-benefit-
the-whole/
• CPP hikes will not help those seniors on CPP - https://www.cfib-fcei.ca/en/media/2019-cpp-increase-isnt-worth-pain-small-
businesses
19. CPP HIKES AND BUSINESS
Source - https://www.canadianmanufacturing.com/financing/roll-out-of-higher-cpp-costs-
expected-to-affect-hr-budgets-for-wages-benefits-232539/
That’s because the additional CPP cost faced by
employers in 2019 is very modest and each year’s
incremental costs will also be relatively small until all
the increases are implemented in 2025.
“I think some organizations look at that and there
probably isn’t a sense of urgency to do something now,”
Hamilton says.
“But they may feel differently when we’re closer to being
fully implemented and they’re feeling the full impact of
the increase in costs.”
Jean-Philippe Provost, senior partner at Mercer Canada’s
wealth business, notes the employer portion of
contributions will be a full percentage point higher in
2023 than in 2018 before the increases began.
“If you’re working in an industry that has very, very low
margins, a per cent can make a big difference – especially
if people costs (are) the lion’s share of your expenses.”
Surveys conducted prior to implementation of the
enhanced CPP indicate pension plan sponsors have been
looking at what’s being considered by other companies,
but few have taken action yet.
• Government never properly consulted
business groups when they moved
forward with CPP Hikes -
https://torontosun.com/2016/06/21/so-
much-for-saving-for-ourselves-business-
not-pleased-with-cpp-
hike/wcm/8b8f3f38-75bc-4409-a981-
0616b9faa194
• Stock Markets took a plunge late last
year -
https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/cppib-
ekes-out-1-1-return-on-investments-in-
q3-despite-december-downturn-
1.1214369
• The federal government goal was to
have CPPIB invest in infrastructure
projects -
https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/h
ead-of-35b-infrastructure-bank-pushes-
back-against-political-influence-claims-
defends-low-interest-loan
20. BLOG - SENIORS
• @FilomenaTassiMP
Can you tell me and rest of Canada how carbon taxation will be good seniors or the fact that you never changed
CPP for existing seniors. Seniors have discussed issues with death benefits, right?
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/2019-election-retirement-canada-may-2019
@emilia_suze
• Canadian Seniors
• Liberals love to mislead people on what Harper and the CPC did for seniors:
• Carbon tax hurts so people on fixed income – Carbon tax is regressive tax -
https://news.ontario.ca/ene/en/2019/04/ontario-stands-up-for-seniors-by-opposing-the-costly-federal-carbon-tax-1.html
• OAS needs to be affordable - https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/personal-finance/article-how-raising-the-age-for-
cpp-and-oas-to-67-would-benefit-the-whole/
• Seniors and Poverty - https://cpj.ca/poverty-trends-2018/
• Harper introduced Pension Splitting https://www.moneysense.ca/news/trudeau-harper-clash-over-pensions-and-income-
splitting/
• Harper spent on Elderly benefits - https://globalnews.ca/news/2222185/reality-check-trudeaus-claim-harper-
No money for Vets
https://torontosun.com/news/national/illeg
al-border-processing-costs-alone-to-
exceed-1-billion-pbo-report Trudeau’s priorities are not with Cdns
21. SENIORS AND POVERTY
Source - https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/190226/dq190226b-eng.htm
• Liberals forced carbon tax which has led to issues with seniors, i.e. electricity and food costs -
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/2015-election-promise-justin-trudeau-and-liberals-i-will-make-things-more-affordable
• Poverty is still a big issue - https://cpj.ca/poverty-trends-2018/
• GIS needs to be review to ensure it benefiting the seniors - https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/old-age-
security/guaranteed-income-supplement/eligibility.html
22. CPC VS LPC / 2019 ELECTION
Source - https://www.conservative.ca/andrew-scheer-will-give-more-support-to-seniors/ or
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/liberals-trudeau-seniors-election-campaign-1.5287896
CPC
LPC
23. SOLUTIONS
• All new government employees should be moved to defined contribution plans.
• This would eliminate pensions being based on your five best years
• Defined Benefit plans should be slowly rolled into Defined Contribution plans as part of union
negotiations.
• Guarantee Income Supplements needs to expanded to include more people
• Government matching pension should be topped at 4%
• MP life-time pensions should be replaced with defined contribution plans including matching up to
4%
• CPP Hikes should only be tied to inflation.