The Tax Clinic is currently on pause and will resume services in 2026. We encourage you to visit our website during the Winter 2026 semester for the most up-to-date information regarding offerings, eligibility, and scheduling. In the meantime, we also invite you to follow us on our official social media channels, where we will share announcements and updates as they become available. Thank you for your interest in the Tax Clinic, and we look forward to serving you in the near future.
Tax Clinic FAQ - Everything you need to know to file!
WHO HAS TO FILE AN INCOME TAX RETURN?
You must file a tax return if owe income tax or if you want to claim an income tax refund. All residents of Canada on Dec 31 of any given year are expected to file an income tax return. It is best to meet with a tax consultant who can help you process your Income Tax Return and assist you with obtaining the maximum
benefit from your return. If you are eligible for a refund, you will be paid by cheque or direct deposit to the receiver’s bank account.
WHY SHOULD I FILE A RETURN?
If you are a resident of Canada or an International Student who is here on a study permit and residing in Canada temporarily, you may be eligible for certain payments or credits, you must file an income tax return. All Canadian residents as of December 31 of any given year must also file an income tax return.
WHEN IS THE FILING DUE DATE?
Generally, your income tax return must be filed on or before April 30 of the year following the year for which the return is being filed. If you owe tax and you file your tax return late, you will be charged a late-filing penalty and interest on any unpaid amounts. The deadline to file will be Wednesday April 30th, 2025.
WHAT ARE THE MOST COMMON TYPES OF INCOME FOR STUDENTS?
Employment Income T4 & Scholarships/Bursaries T4A
*** Employment Insurance Benefits T4E, Worker’s Compensation Benefits T5007, ODSP/Social Assistance Income T5007, and RRSP Income – HBP/LLP Repayment T4RSP are subjected for evaluation by the Tax Clinic services.
WHAT ARE THE MOST COMMON TYPES OF DEDUCTIONS FOR STUDENTS?
Union Dues, Charitable/Political Donations, RRSP Contributions, Tuition Slip T2202A, Student Loan Interest, Medical Expenses, Child Care Expenses, Child Fitness & Arts Expenses, Allowable Employment Expenses
Other information needed:
- Social Insurance Number (SIN)
- Notice of Assessment from previous years tax filing if you have filed a return
- Banking information for Direct Deposit (Account, Transit and Branch numbers required)
- Passport and Study Permit for International Students
HOW LONG SHOULD I RETAIN THE DOCUMENT RELEVANT TO MY INCOME TAX RETURN?
Retain all documents relating to your income tax returns for at least 7 years, in case you are asked to provide this information at a later date.
DO I HAVE TO LET THE CANADA REVENUE AGENCY (CRA) KNOW THAT I WILL BE MOVING DURING THE YEAR?
Yes, the CRA always needs to know where you live to receive your benefits, if mail is returned to them they will stop all payments until you contact them with your new address.
IF I WORKED PART TIME FOR AN EMPLOYER DO I NEED TO REPORT THAT INCOME ON MY TAX RETURN?
Yes, your employer will issue you a T4 slip for the year that you worked there. All world income is to be reported on your tax returns every year.
WHAT HAPPENS TO MY TUITION CREDITS WHEN I FILE MY TAXES?
Tuition, education, and textbook amounts are non-refundable tax credits that allow students to reduce their income tax liability. Tuition credits are accumulated over the years, when you enter the work force and are having income tax deducted we then use those credits to get you back the tax deducted from your pay cheques. In any given year the amount of refund is limited to the amount of tax deducted from your paycheques. Go to your college website account to obtain your T2202A Tuition Slip.
WHAT TYPE OF TAXES ARE EXCLUDED IN THE TAX CLINIC SERVICES?
The clinic provides services for students to complete their tax returns on campus. Tax Clinic support workers provide assistance for simple tax returns only, which exclude bankruptcy, capital gains or losses, rental income and expenses, business income and expenses (including self-employment income), interest income over $1000, and foreign income, etc.
