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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 Legacy of Compassion: Pope Francis' Popemobile Transformed into a Mobile Clinic for Gaza's Children

 

In a remarkable act of humanitarian aid, one of Pope Francis' iconic popemobiles is being repurposed into a mobile health clinic for children in Gaza. This initiative, entrusted to the Catholic aid organization Caritas Jerusalem, was one of the late pontiff's final wishes before his passing.

The vehicle, originally used during Francis' 2014 pilgrimage to the Holy Land, is being retrofitted with essential medical equipment, including diagnostic tools, vaccines, and emergency supplies. Once humanitarian access to Gaza is feasible, the clinic will be staffed by doctors and medics, providing critical care to children suffering from malnutrition and injuries.

Peter Brune, Secretary General of Caritas Sweden, emphasized that this project is more than just a vehicle—it is a message to the world that the children of Gaza have not been forgotten. The initiative reflects Pope Francis' enduring commitment to peace and his advocacy for vulnerable communities, particularly in conflict zones.

As the Vatican prepares to elect Francis' successor, this mobile clinic stands as a testament to his legacy of compassion and service. It is a powerful reminder that even in times of crisis, humanitarian efforts can bring hope and healing to those in need.

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