Heading back to school? Make sure tax literacy is on your course calendar! Understanding taxes will help you make smart decisions about your finances – how to put money in your pocket and help you save for a holiday, a car, or a house of your own.

Whether you’re here for the heat or not – we know one thing will never go out of season: benefit and credit payments and tax-free savings.

Read on to find out what’s new, what’s changing, and what payments you could receive to help you beat the heat.

Life is full of responsibilities, from school and work to family and everything in between. We understand that taxes can easily slip to the bottom of your to-do list.

Don’t worry if you haven’t filed your 2023 income tax and benefit return yet – you still have time. Use the information below to help you complete and submit your tax return before the deadline.

If you’re an international student studying in Canada and a resident for tax purposes, you could get benefit and credit payments that can help with your cost of living. Check out our 3-minute benefits and credits video for everything you need to know about benefit and credit payments in Canada.

It’s time to hit the books again! As you’re getting ready to go back to school, there are some important things about benefits, credits, and taxes to keep in mind. Get organized now so you’ll get the benefits and credits that you’re entitled to and save yourself some headaches later.

As the new academic year approaches, helping your child understand taxes can set them up for success. There are many resources to enhance your child’s journey through the tax system, and the CRA are here to help.

We know how fast a Canada summer can pass us by, so we wanted to let you know about the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)’s good news before you head off-grid to enjoy all of the natural wonders Canada has to offer!

Whether you already receive benefits and credits from the CRA, or not yet, we want you to know what’s new and what’s being updated this month since it might impact you!

This July will be exceptionally busy for CRA benefits and credits. We are offering new payments that you may be eligible for and adjusting existing amounts for the new benefit year!

Did you know that some Canadians are entitled to benefits and credits but they don’t know that they are? You may be leaving money on the table by not filing your income tax and benefit return.

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) wants you to receive the benefits and credits you’re entitled to. We use the information from your tax return to calculate your benefit and credit payments.

The only way to find out what you are missing is by filing!

Getting ready to file your income tax and benefit return? We have a few tips that could help you prepare, save time and ensure you receive all the benefits and credits that you are entitled to:

1. File your return on time

2. File your return online

3. Claim all your benefits, credits, and deductions

4. Enter all your income and COVID-19 benefit payment amounts

5. Make the right claims

6. Simplify your life with My Account

7. Pay on time

8. Keep receipts and documents

New to doing your taxes? Don’t worry, we’re here to guide you through the process and answer your questions. We’ve put together tips and information to help you this tax season.

You can also watch our video series for newcomers. It’s available in 12 different languages: Arabic, Cantonese, English, Farsi, French, Hindi, Russian, Mandarin, Punjabi, Spanish, Tagalog, and Urdu.

The first thing to know is that you have to complete and file an income tax and benefit return every year to:

• receive certain benefits and credits you may be entitled

• to receive a tax refund you are owed