06/07/2026
🛑 Hold on... Capital Gains Tax is NOT 50%! 💸❌
Every time tax season rolls around, or the government changes the rules, the internet loses its mind thinking the government is taking half of their investment profits.
Let’s clear up the single biggest misunderstanding about Capital Gains Tax.
📉 The 50% Myth vs. Reality:
The Myth: You make $100,000 on an investment, and the government takes $50,000.
The Reality: That 50% is the inclusion rate, not the tax rate.
🧮 How it actually works:
If you have a $100,000 capital gain, only $50,000 of that gets added to your taxable income for the year. The other $50,000? Completely tax-free.
That included $50,000 is then taxed at whatever your current tax bracket is—whether that’s 20%, 30%, or 40%. It is never a flat 50% chunk right off the top.
(Note: If you’re keeping up with recent policy changes, remember that high earners or corporations might see a higher inclusion rate of 66.7% on gains over a certain threshold, but the same rule applies- it’s the amount being taxed, not the tax rate itself!)
👇 Let’s talk strategy:
Are you utilizing your TFSA or RRSP to legally protect your gains from the taxman entirely? Or are you looking for other ways to offset your taxable income this year?
Drop your questions below and let’s figure it out. 👇