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Rental Property Expenses Canadians Forget to Claim (2026 Guide)

  Published: April 2026 | Reading time: 9 min | Category: Real Estate, Tax Savings, Personal Finance Owning a rental property in Canada comes with a surprisingly generous set of tax deductions — but most landlords only claim the obvious ones. Mortgage interest, property taxes, insurance. Done. What they miss is often worth thousands of dollars in additional deductions every single year. If you own a rental property in Ontario (or anywhere in Canada), this guide walks through every legitimate expense category the CRA allows — including the ones your accountant may not have mentioned. Why This Matters More Than You Think Rental income in Canada is taxed as regular income — meaning at your full marginal rate. At Ontario's combined federal and provincial rates, landlords earning $100,000–$150,000 total income are paying 43% on every dollar of net rental profit. Every $1,000 in legitimate deductions you miss costs you approximately $430 in real taxes . A landlord who forget...

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$300 Billion Annual Climate Deal Sparks Division Between Critics and Supporters

 

A newly proposed $300 billion annual global climate funding agreement has sparked a polarized reaction worldwide. The deal, designed to accelerate efforts to combat climate change, aims to support renewable energy projects, sustainable development, and climate adaptation initiatives, particularly in vulnerable regions.

Proponents of the deal see it as a landmark commitment that could help avert catastrophic climate impacts. “This is the bold action the world needs to transition to a greener, more resilient future,” said the United Nations Secretary-General. Developing nations, in particular, welcomed the funding as a lifeline for communities already grappling with climate-related disasters.

Critics, however, argue that the agreement lacks clear accountability measures and unfairly shifts financial burdens to taxpayers in developed countries. “Without robust oversight, this deal could become another example of inefficient spending,” warned a leading economist from a global think tank.

The controversy underscores the ongoing tension between the urgent need for climate action and debates over equitable financial responsibility. As negotiations continue, the success of the deal will depend on its implementation and ability to balance global cooperation with national interests.


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