Earlier this week, the Kathleen Wynne Ontario Provincial government announced unilateral cuts to all of its fees which it pays to doctors. The cuts around around 2.65% across the board for services. Ontario doctors have been without a proper contract with the Government since March 31, 2014. Contract negotiations have broken down such that the Ontario Medical Association (OMA) refuses to accept the provinces proposals; and the province refuses to give in to the OMA’s demands.
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Taxpayers on hook for most of MD insurance hike
Health Minister Eric Hoskins said he’s concerned about the sustainability of ongoing CMPA fee hikes
Canadian Medical Protective Association Scorched Earth Tactics
Everything you wanted to know about the CMPA: The MJLH interviews Executive Director/CEO Dr John E Gray
KPMG offshore ‘sham’ deceived tax authorities, CRA alleges
A wealthy Victoria, B.C., family paid virtually no tax over a span of eight years – and even obtained federal and provincial tax credits – while being involved in an offshore tax “sham” developed by one of the country’s most respected accounting firms, the Canada Revenue Agency alleges.
http://www.cbc.ca/news/business/kpmg-offshore-sham-deceived-tax-authorities-cra-alleges-1.3209838
KPMG tax avoidance and privatization schemes costly for public
“The reason KPMG is promoting privatization is the same reason it’s helping wealthy individuals use tax havens: tax havens increase its profits …
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Kingston Smith granted ABS licence
Kingston Smith has become the fourth accountancy firm in the UK and the first medium-sized firm to be granted a licence by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) to act as an Alternative Business Structure (ABS) to provide legal services
Unidentified, Uninsured And Underinsured Motorists: Who Pays For My Injuries?
In Ontario, driving with automobile insurance is mandatory. As a result, those injured in a motor vehicle accident have the peace of mind of knowing that after an accident they can claim compensation against the at-fault party, which is usually responded to by that party’s insurance company.
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Per mile car insurance makes debut
Auto insurance providers are becoming increasingly creative as they introduce new policies to keep up with changing economic situations and a new technological landscape. One company in the United States has now introduced a new car insurance policy that charges its customers per mile, and not over a traditional coverage term.
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Ontario Launches Consultation to Strengthen Consumer Protection for Drivers
The province is inviting Ontarians to share their experiences with tow trucks and vehicle storage lots to help drivers make informed decisions and increase consumer protections.