Vine and Partners

10/24/2026

Some of the strongest people you know have fought battles they rarely talk about.

They've been betrayed, rejected, broke, heartbroken, and forced to rebuild when everything fell apart.

But instead of letting those experiences destroy them, they learned, adapted, and kept moving forward.

Pain doesn't automatically make you stronger, but what you choose to do with it can change you forever.

You can't control everything life throws at you, but you can decide whether your struggles become your excuse or your fuel.

10/22/2026

🚨 Scam alert! 🚨

Scammers are sending messages saying your tax return has errors and sending you a link to download a revised notice of assessment.

They also tell you that the notice isn’t available in your CRA account and that you have a limited time to download it.

What to do:

✔️ don’t click on any links or buttons
✔️ don’t download or open any attachments
✔️ don’t reply to the message
✔️ view your personal income tax and benefit info online in your CRA account
✔️ report the scam

Stay up to date on the latest scams ➡️ https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/corporate/security/protect-yourself-against-fraud/scam-alerts.html

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10/22/2026

Avoid using unsecure public Wi-Fi for sensitive tasks like banking.

10/20/2026

If it scares you, maybe it's the path you need to take. Apply for the job, start the business, leave what no longer serves you, and take the chance you've been overthinking. Not every fear is a warning to stop; sometimes, it's a sign that you're stepping into unfamiliar territory where growth is waiting.

You don't have to feel ready, and you don't have to be fearless. Sometimes, the right path is the one that scares you because it asks you to become more than who you've been. Do it scared. Your life is waiting on the other side of your comfort zone.

— Cyyyy

10/16/2026

Is Paying for Someone Else’s Tax Appeal Deductible?

Appealing a tax decision can be costly, and sometimes a family member steps in to help cover the legal expenses.

However, who pays these costs matters when it comes to tax deductibility. Generally, only the taxpayer pursuing the appeal can claim the eligible expenses, provided they paid them personally.

The takeaway? Before covering someone else’s tax appeal costs, make sure the expenses are paid by the appropriate taxpayer to preserve their potential tax deduction.

10/16/2026

The federal government has proposed a new “productivity mega deduction” that
would allow for the immediate write-off of most depreciable property acquired on
or after September 15, 2026, in contrast to claiming CCA over the life of the asset.
For example, if a business purchases $100,000 of qualifying equipment, it could
generally deduct the entire $100,000 in the year the equipment becomes available
for use, rather than deducting the cost gradually. Unlike many recent CCA-related
incentives, there would be no phaseout of this immediate expensing proposal.
The total deduction for an asset would not change, it is simply the timing of the claim
that is accelerated under this proposal.

10/09/2026

10/06/2026

It's something most of us don’t want to think about, but estate planning is essential to help minimize the tax impact on your estate. When you are ready to start the conversation please contact us. We specialize in helping our clients preserve wealth through effective personal tax and estate planning and give you peace of mind. https://vine.on.ca/personal-tax-and-estate-planning/

10/05/2026

Tax planning gives us the opportunity to make informed decisions while there’s still time to act. October is a far better time than January to review your financials, identify potential issues, and make any necessary adjustments before year-end.

10/02/2026

Do you know what your business is worth? A Chartered Business Valuator can give you a precise valuation and the runway to boost your value before any transition. Want to learn more? Call us at (905) 549‑8463.