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GM Student Bonus Program

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Still in school? Just graduated? General Motors wants to help you get in the driver’s seat of your very own new Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac vehicle with the GM Student Bonus program.How does it work?

Looking for a new ride? Well, if you’re a student, when you buy or finance a new Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac vehicle, you can get up to $750 off your purchase! That means more money for textbooks, right?

For more information visit: http://www.studentbonus.ca/

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April 04, 2012 | Auto

Free tax prep services with CGA Ontario

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Each year certified general accountants across Ontario provide free tax preparation services for seniors and low income earners in their local communities. Check the list below for times and locations near you.

Check out the free tax prep locations at CGA Ontario

Choose Your TurboTax Canada for the 2010 Tax Year

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April 02, 2012 | Financial

Free Student Banking from CIBC

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Free Student Banking from CIBC. Free banking transaction fees with no monthly fees.

What you get:

Monthly fees: None
Unlimited transactions (Cheques, Withdrawals, Transfers, Pre-authorized payments, Bill Payments, Debit Purchases)
Paperless record keeping
And more

Find out more from CIBC

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March 22, 2012 | Financial

Four Quick Tax Credits for Students

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4 Quick Tax Credits for Students
	Moving expenses: Students who move more than 40 kilometres from home to attend post-secondary education on a full-time basis, or move more than 40 kilometres from their school address to start a job or a business including summer employment, may be eligible to deduct their moving expenses.
	Interest on Student Loans: Students can claim the interest paid on loans for post-secondary education and carry forward any unclaimed amounts for five years.
	Tuition, education and textbook tax credits: Three non-refundable tax credits include tuition fees paid for post-secondary education, education credits ($400 per month for full-time students for each eligible month of attendance, or $120 per month for part- time students), and a textbook credit (equal to $65 for each eligible month in school, or $20 per month for part-timers).
	Public Transit Credit: Students who take public transit and purchase a monthly pass can claim 15 per cent of the total amount spent.