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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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A Farewell to a Beloved Pontiff: Pope Francis Laid to Rest in Historic Ceremony


In a moment of profound significance, Pope Francis, the 266th pope of the Roman Catholic Church, was laid to rest on April 26, 2025, following a historic funeral attended by an estimated 250,000 mourners. The solemn ceremony took place in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican, drawing world leaders, royalty, and faithful from across the globe to honor the life and legacy of the beloved pontiff.

The funeral, presided over by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, was marked by simplicity, reflecting Pope Francis' lifelong commitment to humility and service to the marginalized. The event included traditional rites, such as the meditative chant of a litany of saints and blessings in Greek by Eastern rite Catholic clergy. A poignant moment came as a breeze turned the pages of the Book of the Gospels resting atop the pope's coffin, symbolizing the enduring power of his teachings.

Following the Mass, the pope's coffin was carried in a motorcade through Rome's historic streets, passing landmarks like the Colosseum, before arriving at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major. There, Pope Francis was interred in a private ceremony, becoming the first pope in over a century to be buried outside the Vatican.

Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, was known for his dedication to the poor, his advocacy for social justice, and his efforts to modernize the Church. His 12-year papacy left an indelible mark on the 1.4-billion-member Catholic Church and the world at large.

The funeral marked the end of an era, but the legacy of Pope Francis' compassion and leadership will continue to inspire generations to come.

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