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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday December 5, 2007 - 19 Making kids smile at ErinoakKids TAX STRATEGIES FOR 2007 In March 2007 the fe number of tax amendm Some of these include registered savings plans income splitting for spo who are both residents capital gains exemption $500,000 to $750,000, i RESP (Registered Educ the changes which may n of securities directly to c without triggering capita Basically the taxpayer g have inherent gains and the market value of the to offset up to 75% of th sells the securities and for use. The gift can co a corporate taxpayer and with a corporation additional benefit can come through the use of the Capital Dividend Account (CDA). Corporations can utilize the CDA balance for estate planning and protect their estate from taxes after gifting to the charity of their choice. For individual taxpayers tax dollars saved can also be used effectively for estate planning utilizing tax free investing to cover the cost of their estate plan over time. This is just one way to reduce your current and future tax burden, there are many other tax saving strategies available that many investors are unaware of. Our team provides financial advice that integrates investment, tax planning and estate planning tools to maximize your wealth. If your advisor is not providing integrated advice, call us and receive your FREE no obligation consultation and let TeamTrian educate you on integrated strategies for your 2007 tax year. Remember that tax planning is done throughout the year not in April when preparing the tax return. This article was prepared by Tim Trian who is a registered Portfolio Manager with Dundee Securities Corporation, Member CIPF, a DundeeWealth Inc. Company. This is not an official publication of Dundee Securities and the views (including any recommendations) expressed in this article or those of the author alone, and they have not been approved by, and are not necessarily those of Dundee Securities Corporation. To learn more information on the benefits of working with an integrated team and using ETFs in your portfolio please feel free to contact Tim Trian, CFA Portfolio Manager, Dundee Securities Corporation, Member CIPF at 905-829-0600. SWEET CHEQUE: Tim Hortons recently presented ErinoakKids with a cheque made out of cookie, as seen here, for $8934.78. This was the proceeds of Tim Hortons' Smile Cookies campaign, which saw Tim Hortons locations across Oakville giving ErinoakKids the proceeds of selling giant cookies with grinning faces, as seen in the background. Here, Christina DeSousaLawrence poses with her two-and-a-half year-old son, Toby Lawrence, as Tim Horton's representative Chris Wakefield hands over the giant cookie cheque. The official cheque can be seen in the background. RON KUZYK / OAKVILLE BEAVER Column Provided by Dundee Securities Corporation The opinions expressed in this column are those of the author p p f and do not necessarily represent the views of this newspaper. Tim Trian, CFA - Portfolio Manager Laura Trian, CA., CFP CIM - Associate Portfolio Manager , Add Warmth & Value to your home with beautiful hardwood flooring from St. Lawrence Collections Choose from over 100 items · All colours, grades and species · All backed by up to a 35 year wear warranty · St. Lawrence Collections offers you precision milling, with the most durable finish on the market Vi i h // i d d lh 200-2908 South Sheridan Way, Oakville Purchase any in-stock until St. Lawrence Collection DEC 31ST! Hardwood Flooring SALE EXTENDED Tel: 905-829-0600 Peace of Mind ... ... the most Valuable Service we Provide PAY NO GST Don't miss these huge savings! This `NO GST' offer is available at all St. Lawrence Collections retailers only until December 31st. Available at Anton Tucker CFP, FMA, FCSI 905.901.3429 anton@tridelta.ca www.tridelta.ca OAKVILLE NORTH YORK MISSISSAUGA THORNHILL Live your dream. Increase your Net Worth. Ca I'll show you how. Philip Mathew, B.A. Sc., MBA 905-634-6021 www.philipmathe Investment Planning Counsel I P C I N V E S T M E N T C O R P O R AT I O N TM Brampton Hardwood Floors Ltd. 59 Bramalea Road, Brampton 905-450-6268 or 1-866-450-6268 or Visit www.stlawrencecollections.com for a complete list of dealers. 627 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario L7R 3 M 7