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The good news
If you've stuck with this feature for this long, here's a bit of good news to leave you with. Yes, 2013 will be a year marked by hikes and new fees, but there will also be at least one benefit to all Canadians over 18. Beginning this year, the maximum Tax-Free Savings Account contribution allowance will increase from $5,000 to $5,500. The Conservative government has also hinted at a future increase in TFSA contribution room all the way to $10,000.
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he BTV Weekly Market Wrap for Friday, May 24, Taylor Thoen reporting. This week: What is Stephen Harper doing for mining? Two acquisitions valued at ... More he BTV Weekly Market Wrap for Friday, May 24, Taylor Thoen reporting. This week: What is Stephen Harper doing for mining? Two acquisitions valued at $1.1Bil, and a $155Mil financing! Highlights of this business week: Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced aid for Canadian mining investments. TD Bank Group (TSX: TD) reports net income and adjusted earnings. Silvercorp Metals Inc. (TSX: T.SVM) reported net income along with silver and gold production. Bayfield Ventures Corp. (TSX-V: BYV) reported drilling from Rainy River, NW Ontario. Lucara Diamond Corp. (TSX: LUC) has sold 15 Karowe diamonds for over $24 Mil. Fortuna Silver Mines (TSX: T.FVI) announced exploration drilling results Mexico. Yahoo (YHOO: NGS) makes a sizable offer for Tumblr. Apax Partners will acquire rue21 Inc (RUE.O). FINANCINGS: Arsenal Energy Inc. (AEI: TSX) Maudore Minerals Ltd. (TSX-V: MAO) Paramount Resources Ltd. (TSX: POU) Allied Nevada Gold Corp. (TSX: ANV)
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