Record Added
Add Record
Suggest Update
Suggest New Volunteer Opportunity
Print Version (New Window)
PDF (New Window)| Record #: ACT4074 | Last Full Update: 20 Feb 2020 |
| Memos and Bulletins | |
|---|---|
| Public Comments | Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) In order to provide greater flexibility to Canadians who may be experiencing hardships during the COVID-19 outbreak, the Canada Revenue Agency will defer the filing due date for the 2019 tax returns of individuals, including certain trusts: * for individuals (other than trusts), the return filing due date will be deferred until June 1, 2020 (the Agency encourages individuals who expect to receive benefits under the GSTC or the Canada Child Benefit not to delay the filing of their return to ensure their entitlements for the 2020-21 benefit year are properly determined) * for trusts having a taxation year ending on December 31, 2019, the return filing due date will be deferred until May 1, 2020 The Canada Revenue Agency will allow all taxpayers to defer, until after August 31, 2020, the payment of any income tax amounts that become owing on or after March 18, 2020 and before September 2020 * this relief would apply to tax balances due, as well as instalments, under Part I of the Income Tax Act * no interest or penalties will accumulate on these amounts during this period In order to reduce the necessity for taxpayers and tax preparers to meet in person during this difficult time, and to reduce administrative burden, effective immediately the Canada Revenue Agency will recognize electronic signatures as having met the signature requirements of the Income Tax Act, as a temporary administrative measure * this provision applies to authorization forms T183 or T183CORP ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For Canada Revenue Agency filing due dates see here Volunteers Clinics do not complete returns for tax situations involving any of the following: * self-employed or have employment expenses * business or rental income and expenses * capital gains or losses * filed for bankruptcy * tax return for a deceased person Where to get tax forms: online, at postal outlets, at Service Canada, or call 1-800-959-8281 Tax filing online: only CRA-certified software may be used, see list here |
| Contact Information | |
| Toll Free Phone | Canada Revenue Agency general income tax inquiries 1-800-959-8281 |
| Fax | Toronto West-Thunder Bay Tax Services Office 905-566-6182 |
| Website | https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/community-volunteer-income-tax-program.html |
| Agency Information | |
| Legal Status | (40) Federal Government |
| Funding | Federal ; local community agencies |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) In order to provide greater flexibility to Canadians who may be experiencing hardships during the COVID-19 outbreak, the Canada Revenue Agency will defer the filing due date for the 2019 tax returns of individuals, including certain trusts: * for individuals (other than trusts), the return filing due date will be deferred until June 1, 2020 (the Agency encourages individuals who expect to receive benefits under the GSTC or the Canada Child Benefit not to delay the filing of their return to ensure their entitlements for the 2020-21 benefit year are properly determined) * for trusts having a taxation year ending on December 31, 2019, the return filing due date will be deferred until May 1, 2020 The Canada Revenue Agency will allow all taxpayers to defer, until after August 31, 2020, the payment of any income tax amounts that become owing on or after March 18, 2020 and before September 2020 * this relief would apply to tax balances due, as well as instalments, under Part I of the Income Tax Act * no interest or penalties will accumulate on these amounts during this period In order to reduce the necessity for taxpayers and tax preparers to meet in person during this difficult time, and to reduce administrative burden, effective immediately the Canada Revenue Agency will recognize electronic signatures as having met the signature requirements of the Income Tax Act, as a temporary administrative measure * this provision applies to authorization forms T183 or T183CORP ----------------------------------------------------- 2020 clinics are still being organized, information will be added to this listing as it becomes available Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) free tax clinics will be held in March and April 2020 (for 2019 tax year) * for those with simple tax situations and modest income (for details see 'Eligibility' below) 2020 VOLUNTEER TAX CLINICS: Links2Care * Income Tax Services are provided by trained volunteers for people with low incomes in both Acton and Georgetown * call 905-873-6502 or email info@links2care.ca for information Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre * 2200 Sawgrass Dr, Oakville, 905-257-6029 * assistance available year round for all residents of Halton Region * call or email to set up an appointment based on your schedule * support@opnc.ca Canada Revenue Agency Tax Information Phone Service (TIPS) * call 1-800-267-6999 for information about telerefund * benefits * registered savings plans * general tax information for individuals and businesses |
| Hours | Call for information |
| Areas Served | Halton Hills |
| Eligibility | For persons with a modest income and simple tax situation * in general total family income limits are $35,000 for individuals, $45,000 for couples, and varying levels for families, based on number of dependents * for more information see here, or call Canada Revenue Agency 1-800-959-8281 |
| Application | To volunteer in the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program see here, for community organizations offering space see here |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Halton Hills |
| Address & Map | |
| Physical Access | Unknown - may vary by location, call hosting organization to inquire |
| Categories and Classification | |
| HCSD Main Heading | Topic Guides |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Special Topics |
| Service Categories | Tax Preparation Assistance |
