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Understanding Your TFSA Contribution Room in 2026

A Tax‑Free Savings Account (TFSA) is one of Canada’s most flexible and powerful savings tools, but figuring out your exact contribution room can feel like solving a puzzle. A clear breakdown makes it much easier. How TFSA Contribution Room Works Your available room is made up of three parts: Annual TFSA limit for the current year Unused contribution room from previous years Withdrawals from previous years (added back the following January) For 2026, the annual TFSA limit is $7,000 . Step‑by‑Step: How to Calculate Your Room Use this simple formula: [ \text{TFSA Room} = \text{Unused Room from Prior Years} + \text{Current Year Limit} + \text{Withdrawals from Last Year} ] A quick example: Unused room from past years: $18,000 2026 limit: $7,000 Withdrawals made in 2025: $4,000 [ \text{Total Room} = 18,000 + 7,000 + 4,000 = 29,000 ] That means you could contribute $29,000 in 2026 without penalty. A Few Helpful Notes Over‑contributions lead to penalties, so it’s worth...

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Red Sea Crisis: Civilian Ship Crew Evacuated After Fatal Houthi Attack

 

In a tragic turn of events, the Red Sea has witnessed its first civilian casualties due to the escalating Houthi attacks. A commercial vessel, targeted by a missile, resulted in the death of three crew members, prompting an urgent evacuation by the Indian Navy. The attack marks a significant escalation in the conflict, underscoring the dangers faced by civilian seafarers in one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes.

The vessel, identified as the Barbados-flagged True Confidence, was operating about 50 nautical miles off the port of Aden when it was struck. The Indian Navy’s swift action ensured the safety of the remaining crew, who were taken to a hospital in Djibouti. The international community has expressed outrage over the attack, calling for immediate action to protect innocent lives and maintain the security of critical maritime routes.

This incident has raised serious concerns about the safety of commercial shipping in the region and the potential impact on global trade. With the Houthis continuing their campaign, the call for decisive measures to safeguard seafarers and ensure the free flow of commerce has never been more urgent.

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