It’s never too late to file your income tax return!
By filing you may be eligible for many benefits!

Testimonials

“The service was great…everyone pleasant. Thank you.”

“Thank you so much for providing this service. The Tax preparer was very friendly and informative. I was stressed out wondering how I would be able to afford to have my taxes done, with a limited income.”

“This program is very helpful. It helps with saving on paying for taxes for individuals like myself with low-income. Also, the staff were understanding to my needs. Thank you!”

Video Testimonials

Ursula

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Laura

Listen to what a Hamilton woman with a disability discovered when filing her taxes

Gord

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Sulema

Listen to what a single mother who lives in Hamilton discovered when filing her taxes

Am I eligible to use this service?

Eligibility

 

Eligibility Criteria

People need to be present to have their income tax returns completed.  For example, in the case of couples, both partners need to be present, and in the case of any children who are earning an income, those children need to be present.

Each clinic has specific eligibility criteria based upon income level and place of residence. Please review the clinic description carefully.

Volunteers cannot help with income tax returns for

  • deceased individuals
  • bankruptcies
  • capital gains or losses
  • employment expenses
  • business or rental income and expenses

The volunteers trained by Canada Revenue Agency follow these guidelines:

  • Individual $30,000 or less
  • Married or Common-Law couple $40,000 or less
  • Single Parent with 1 child $35,000 or less (add $2,500 per additional child)
  • Interest income limited to under $1,000

The Chartered Accountant volunteers follow these guidelines:

  • Individual with no dependents $25,000 or less
  • Married / Common law with dependents $35,000 or less.
What do I need to bring to my tax preparation clinic appointment

What to bring

To make sure your tax return is completed correctly, please bring all of the necessary information that applies to your situation.

INFORMATION SLIPS:

  • Social Insurance Number
  • T4 (employment income)
  • T4A, T4A(P), T4(OAS), T4RIF, T4E
  • T5 (statement of investment income)
  • T3 (statement of trust income allocations and designations)
  • PT5007 (statement of benefits)
  • RC62 (universal child care benefit)
  • Your Notice of Assessment from last years taxes

RECEIPTS:

  • Charitable Donations
  • Medical/Dental Expenses not covered by a health plan
  • Rent
  • Child Care Expenses
  • Property Taxes
  • RRSP Contributions
  • Transit Passes for monthly or weekly passes
  • Children’s Fitness Activities
  • T2202 – Tuition and Education
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