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Ottawa defers effective date of capital gains changes to 2026

Jan 31, 2025 | 9:47 AM

The federal government says it is deferring the implementation of a hike to the capital gains inclusion rate to next year.

The deferral moves back the implementation of the change from June 25, 2024 to January 1, 2026.

The deferral offers a reprieve for Canadians and businesses who were seeking clarity as the tax deadline nears.

The hike is meant to raise the portion of capital gains on which companies pay tax to two-thirds from one-half. The policy would also apply to individuals with capital gains earnings above $250,000.