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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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TSX Futures Plunge Amid Global Market Sell-Off

 

Futures for Canada’s main stock index, the S&P/TSX, fell sharply on Friday as investors braced for crucial U.S. payrolls data amidst a global market downturn. The September futures on the S&P/TSX index were down 1.0% early in the morning.

The decline follows weaker-than-expected factory data from the U.S. on Thursday, which heightened fears of an economic slowdown and negatively impacted investor sentiment worldwide. Additionally, disappointing earnings reports from major tech companies like Intel and Amazon.com contributed to a sell-off in tech shares across markets.

Despite the overall downturn, an uptick in commodity prices helped limit the declines. Oil prices saw a slight increase, and gold was poised for its biggest weekly jump in four months.

Investors are keenly awaiting the U.S. non-farm payrolls data, expected to provide further insights into the state of the American economy. The Toronto Stock Exchange’s S&P/TSX composite index had ended 1.7% lower on Thursday, marking its biggest daily decline since February.

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