Let’s Talk Taxes!

If you’re thinking about organizing or hosting a tax clinic for the first time, or are looking for ways to improve or expand the tax clinics you already run or the 1 on 1 tax filing support you provide, join us for this info-session with Canada Revenue Agency. Learn what’s involved in registering with CRA’s Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) [referred to as the ITAVP in Quebec] and the funding and training that’s available. Participants will also get helpful, practical advice from community food centres that have lots of firsthand experience and tips for making tax clinics manageable, no matter which way you decide to approach them.

The federal government relies heavily on the tax system to get money to low-income Canadians. But many are missing out because they don’t know about the benefits, haven’t filed their taxes, or haven’t applied. In this info-session, Prosper Canada will explain what tax credits and benefits are and introduce participants to their Benefits Wayfinder, an online tool anyone can use to find out what government benefits they’re eligible for and how to apply. Participants will also learn about the many free trainings and materials available on Prosper Canada’s online Learning Hub and who to ask if questions come up while they’re helping someone fill out an application for a benefit. 

Why are almost 2/3rds of people eligible for the Disability Tax Credit not currently getting it? Why, in the future, could it be so much more crucial to people with disabilities’ financial security? In this info-session, CFCC, Plan Institute and Disability Alliance BC will discuss these questions and more, as we do a deep dive into the Disability Tax Credit. Learn what the Disability Tax Credit is and practical tips and resources for helping people with disabilities successfully navigate the application process.