Free Tax Clinic at CUIAS Immigrant Services – Get Professional Assistance Today!

Navigating the tax season can be challenging, especially for newcomers and individuals unfamiliar with the Canadian tax system. At CUIAS Immigrant Services, we are committed to helping individuals and families with low to modest income file their tax returns completely free of charge through our Free Tax Clinic.

This initiative is designed to ease the financial burden for newcomers, refugees, and permanent residents while helping them access available tax benefits.

Who Can Access This Service?

To qualify for free tax assistance, applicants must meet the following criteria:

✅ Valid SIN or ITN (Individual Tax Number).

✅ Annual gross income does not exceed: 35,000 CAD for an individual, 45,000 CAD for a couple or a family with a single parent. Additional 2,500 CAD for each extra family member or dependent.

✅ Investment income (interest & dividends) must be less than 1,000 CAD per family. ✅ No income from: Rental property, Business or corporate sources, Trust structures

✅ No capital gains or losses. ✅ No overseas assets or foreign income, except foreign pension. ✅ Not applicable for individuals filing on behalf of a deceased person or those declared bankrupt.

What Documents Do You Need?

To ensure a smooth tax filing process, please bring the following documents for all adult family members:

📌 Personal Information:

Proof of identity and immigration status, Social Insurance Number (SIN), Current address.

📌 Proof of Income:

- T4

– If you worked officially

- T5007 – If you received social benefits (Ontario Works, Emergency benefits, Ontario Disability Assistance)

- T4A(P) & T4A(OAS) – If you received a pension

- T4E – If you received Employment Insurance

- T5 – If you had investment income

- T2202 – If you paid tuition fees for college or university

📌 Proof of Expenses:

- Childcare payments

- Apartment rent and landlord information

- Medication payments (only if they exceed 3% of total income or $2,759, whichever is lower)

- Transportation costs (only for seniors)

📌 Additional Requirements:

- Information about children

- Bank account details (for direct deposit, if banking details have changed since the last tax return)

How to Register for the Free Tax Clinic?

To book your appointment, please contact us: 📞 Phone: 416-767-4595 📧 Email: cuias@cuias.org

Where to Find Us?

Our Free Tax Clinic is available at the following CUIAS locations:

📍 Toronto West: 2383 Bloor St. W, 2nd Floor, Toronto, Ontario, M6S 1P6, Canada

📍 North York: 540 Finch Ave. W, Unit 131, Toronto, Ontario, M2R 1N7, Canada

All tax returns are filed electronically (E-Filing only) for faster processing and secure submission.

Important Information

⚠️ We DO NOT file tax returns in the following cases: ❌ Self-employment income ❌ Rental or business income ❌ Capital gains/losses ❌ Filing on behalf of a deceased person ❌ Declared bankruptcy in 2024

🔹 Our services are available in English, Ukrainian, Russian, and additional languages upon request.

Why Choose CUIAS Free Tax Clinic?

💡 Expert Guidance: Our trained volunteers are here to help you navigate the tax filing process with confidence. 💡 Fast and Secure E-Filing: We submit your tax return electronically for quick processing. 💡 Multi-Language Support: We understand the challenges of tax filing in a new country and provide services in English, Ukrainian, Russian, and more. 💡 Completely Free Service: No hidden fees, no surprises—just expert assistance at no cost to you.

📢 Don't miss out on this opportunity to file your taxes hassle-free! Contact us today and ensure you receive the benefits and refunds you are entitled to.

📞 Call: 416-767-4595 📧 Email: cuias@cuias.org

👉 Book your appointment now!