Free Tax Clinic

Eligibility

Will complete current year returns only. 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

Government issued photo ID 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.