Free Tax Clinic

Eligibility

Will complete current and prior years returns. Individuals must have a modest income and a simple tax situation. The following information provides a guideline to determine what is considered a modest income. In general, a modest income means the total family income is less than the amount shown below, based on the size of the family. Family Size / Total Family Income: 1 person / $35,000 2 people / $45,000 3 people / 47,500 4 people / 50,000 5 people / 52,500 5+ people / $52,500, plus $2,500 for each additional person. *Family Size includes an individual, or a couple, and their dependents* In general, a tax situation is simple if an individual has no income or if their income comes from the following sources: - employment - pension - benefits, such as Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, disability insurance, employment insurance, and social assistance - Registered Retirement Savings Plans - scholarships, fellowships, bursaries, or grants - interest (under $1000) Volunteers do not prepare complex returns, such as returns with the following: - self-employment income or employment expenses - business income and expenses - rental income and expenses - interest over $1000 - capital gains or losses - bankruptcy in the tax year, or the year before, if that return has not been filed - deceased person - foreign property - foreign income Note: Some exceptions apply. Visit the website for further details.

Documents Required

Volunteers need your tax slips and receipts to prepare your income tax and benefit return. If you are missing a tax slip, you may be able to get a copy online - click here for further information.

Fees

No cost.