Skip to main content

Featured

How to Use a Spousal RRSP to Save Thousands in Retirement (2026 Guide)

  Published: April 2026 | Reading time: 10 min | Category: Retirement, Tax Savings, Personal Finance Most Canadian couples are leaving thousands of dollars on the table every single year by not using a spousal RRSP. It's one of the most powerful — and most underused — income-splitting strategies available to Canadians, and it's completely legal, fully endorsed by CRA, and available to almost every married or common-law couple in the country. If one spouse earns significantly more than the other, a spousal RRSP can save your household $5,000–$15,000 or more in lifetime taxes. This guide explains exactly how it works, who benefits most, and the rules you need to know to do it correctly. What Is a Spousal RRSP? A spousal RRSP is a Registered Retirement Savings Plan where one spouse (the contributor ) makes contributions, but the account is owned and will eventually be withdrawn by the other spouse (the annuitant ). The key mechanics: The contributing spouse gets the ...
Post a Comment
Read more

article

Labels

Tragedy Strikes: Israeli Airstrike on Gaza School Leaves Dozens Dead

 

In a devastating incident, an Israeli airstrike targeted a school in central Gaza that was sheltering displaced Palestinians. The attack resulted in the deaths of more than 30 people, including 23 women and children. The school, run by the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA), was filled with civilians who had fled previous Israeli offensives and bombardments in northern Gaza.

Witnesses reported that the predawn strike hit the al-Sardi School, where families sought refuge. The victims included an old man and two children, one with a head injury. The Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in nearby Deir al-Balah was overwhelmed by casualties from the attack, with at least 33 dead, including 14 children and nine women. Videos circulating online showed wounded people being treated on the hospital floor, highlighting the strain on Gaza’s medical facilities.

This tragic event underscores the ongoing conflict and the toll it takes on civilians caught in the crossfire. As Israel continues its offensive in the Gaza Strip, innocent lives remain at risk, and the world watches in horror.



Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment