Topics

• Do you have to file a tax return?
  Why file a return (even if you have no tax to pay)
• What do you include with your return and what records do you keep?
  What documents do you include with your paper return.
• Common types of income for students
  Scholarships, research grants, payments from an RESP, tips, and more.
• Common deductions and credits for students
  Tuition, education, and textbook amounts, interest paid on student loans, moving expenses, and public transit amount.
• Moving
  Deductable moving expenses, change of address, and more.
• Authorizing or Cancelling a Representative
  You may authorize a parent or another person to represent you or get information on your tax matters.
• Community Volunteer Income Tax Program
  Get or provide help filing income tax returns
• Canada Child Tax Benefit (CCTB)
  Find out if you qualify for the Canada Child Tax Benefit.
• Universal Child Care Benefit (UCCB)
  Find out if you qualify for the Universal Child Care Benefit.
• International students in Canada
  If you are an international student studying in Canada, you may have to file a Canadian income tax return.
• Lifelong Learning Plan
  Do you know you may be able to withdraw from your RRSP to finance your training or education?
• Learning About Taxes
  Course designed to provide a basic knowledge and understanding of Canada's income tax system to individuals who are not familiar with this system.