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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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Stock Futures Point to Continued Record-Setting Run on Wall Street

                                        

In a bullish start to the day, US stock futures are indicating a higher open as Wall Street aims to extend its record-setting run. Here are the key points:

  1. Futures on the S&P 500 (symbol: ^GSPC) have risen nearly 0.4%.
  2. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures (symbol: ^DJI) are up by about 0.2%.
  3. Nasdaq Composite futures (symbol: ^IXIC) lead the way, rising approximately 0.5%.

Despite a brief pause in the rally on Monday, where all three major indexes dipped slightly, the overall mood remains bullish. Notably, Oppenheimer Asset Management strategist John Stoltzfus has raised his 2024 S&P 500 price target to a Street-high 5,500.

Economic data is in focus today, with readings on durable goods orders and US consumer confidence due. Additionally, the Case-Shiller home price index will be released. However, the main event awaits us on Friday when the government will publish the Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index (core PCE growth)—the Federal Reserve’s preferred gauge of inflation pace.

In company news, Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. (symbol: DJT) is making its Wall Street debut after merging with Digital World Acquisition Corp. Shares of Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. have surged as much as 20% in premarket trading.

Stay tuned for more market updates as the week unfolds.

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