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How to Pay Less Tax in Ontario in 2026 — A Complete Guide for Canadians

             Published: April 2026 | Reading time: 10 min | Category: Tax Savings, Personal Finance If you live in Ontario, you already know the tax bite is real. Between federal and provincial income tax, you could be handing over 43% or more of every extra dollar you earn. The good news? The Canadian tax system is loaded with legal ways to keep more of your money — and most people aren't using all of them. This guide covers every major strategy available to Ontario residents in 2026, from basic deductions to advanced moves that most people miss. Whether you're employed, self-employed, or earning investment income, there's something here for you. Why Ontario Residents Pay More Tax Than Most Canadians Ontario's combined federal and provincial marginal tax rates are among the highest in Canada. Here's what you're actually paying depending on your income in 2026: Taxable Income Combined Federal + Ontario Rate Up to $51,446 ~20.0...

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Bank of Canada Holds Interest Rate Steady Amidst Economic Slowdown

 


The Bank of Canada has announced that it will maintain its benchmark interest rate at 5% as the economy shows signs of slowing down. This marks the fourth consecutive hold by the bank, and the decision was widely expected by economists. The central bank’s inflation target sits in the middle of a range, and the Consumer Price Index rose to 3.4% in December 2023. The bank has been signalling recently that it thinks it may be nearing the end of its hiking cycle, after raising its trendsetting rate 10 times since early 2022 to slow down runaway inflation.


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