How to handle net capital loss

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In my trading account, there is a $20,000 net capital loss. And I assume this loss is decreasing in value because of inflation
The trade account holds only 3 stocks but the amounts are not significant,,,,LSPD and GOOG and AMZN in that are currently in the red as I transferred virtually all the stocks to the kids in order to avoid future capital gains to prevent clawback of CPP and in the future, possible probate fees.
I also own a cottage which will attract capital gains tax but I have no intention of selling it in the next decade.
I’m 80 years of age and in good health.
With this context, I’m thinking of transferring shares out of my TFSA and expect future gains to use up the net capital losses.
The securities I’m thinking of are CSU, DSG, DOL, TOI and WSP, also MSFT and SYK..
What do you think of this “strategy” to use up the net capital loss???
If a “go” from you, what say you about the stocks I have in mind?
Thanks……..Tom

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Asked on June 19, 2023 8:45 pm
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Well, for me, decided to transfer some stocks from TFSA to Trade with the expectation of gains to offset net capital losses. Primary reason is that the loss carry forward is losing "value" as inflation rages.....Tom

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Posted by Tom Millar
Answered on July 5, 2023 12:27 pm
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Hi there Tom. You can transfer capital losses forward indefinitely. So I'm not sure I see an advantage of doing this, unless I am missing the question? Let me know.

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Posted by Dan Kent
Answered on June 25, 2023 2:30 pm