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Be certain when filing income taxes in Canada for the first time.

With over 60 years of experience filing taxes for Canadians, you can be sure our experts know the ins and outs of Canada’s tax system. Whether you’re filing your income taxes for the first time or looking to better understand your tax situation, we can help.

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File your income taxes with an expert.
Taxes don’t have to be difficult, stressful, or costly. We’re dedicated to giving you the best tax filing experience. 

Each of our Tax Experts receives extensive training at H&R Block Tax Academy® to ensure you get your maximum refund.** From simple to complex tax situations, we have the expertise to guide you through it.
 

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Here’s what you can expect when you visit an H&R Block office.

  • A personalized interview about your tax situation.

  • A free estimate.

  • We’ll find the best tax solution for you, year-round.

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The Canada Child Benefit & GST/HST Credit could put money back in your pocket? Filing a tax return is essential to receive government benefits and credits.

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We find money others missed.

With our Free Second Look®⁺, we can check your previous tax returns for errors and overlooked deductions.

When our Tax Experts reviewed client returns filed elsewhere, they helped more than half of those clients get an additional $2,900 in refunds on average*.
 

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Income tax FAQ.

Find answers to common questions about income taxes.

  • Filing your taxes on time ensures you receive every credit and deduction you’re owed.
  • If you’re owed money, not filing a return means you could be missing out on a refund.
  • Skipping any tax year could pause eligible benefit payments such as the GST/HST Credit or Canada Child Benefit payment.
  • If you owe money, avoid late fees, penalties or interest when you file on time.

The deadline to file your 2024 income tax return is April 30, 2025. If you’re self-employed your taxes are due on June 16, 2025. However, it's important to note that any amount due must still be paid by April 30, 2025. To avoid late-payment penalties, it's recommended that you prepare your tax return well in advance of April 30th if you have self-employment income.

It can take 2 to 3 weeks to receive a refund when you transmit your return via NETFILE. For mailed returns, refunds are mailed out in 4 to 6 weeks following receipt of the return by the CRA or the Revenu Quebec. However, when you file with us you could get your refund instantly.

If you’re a resident of Canada for any part of the year and are earning income, whether that’s employment, self-employment, investment, or other income, you're subject to Canadian income tax. There are no exemptions for age or occupation.

The CRA requires that you retain your records for a minimum of 6 years, by law. You can ask to amend your tax return for up to the previous 10 years, so it’s a good idea to maintain your records for that long.

Income is considered all earnings for the year, from a part-time or contract job to self-employed income.

  • Your employer(s) will send you a T4 slip which outlines your earnings for the year.​
  • If you worked several different jobs, you would receive a T4 from each one. ​
  • If you earned additional income from freelance work or tips, those would need to be claimed as income in addition to what’s already marked on your T4.

Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) are a great way to save money for retirement and reduce your taxes. Learn more about how they work, by checking out our blog.

You have a capital gain or loss when you sell or are considered to have sold capital property. Learn more about capital gains & losses, by checking out our blog.

Details and Disclosures
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If you discover an H&R Block error on your return that reduced your refund (or increased your liability), we will amend the return at no additional charge to correct our error. If H&R Block makes an error in the preparation of your tax return that costs you any interest or penalties on additional taxes due, although we do not assume the liability for the additional taxes, we will reimburse for the interest and penalties.

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Valid only for a Second Look® review on an individual tax return for the current year and previous three years. Excludes returns prepared by H&R Block. Additional fees apply if you have us prepare a corrected or amended return.

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The average refund amount is based on 2,877 T1 Adjustments originally prepared outside of H&R Block and reassessed at H&R Block company-owned locations in Canada between January 1, 2024 and August 5, 2024. Of the 2,877 returns reassessed, 1,447 received a positive refund adjustment of an average of $2,941. Amount cannot be guaranteed and varies based on each individual tax situation.