Life events and taxes

Taxes are part of your journey.

Life moves fast: school, work, relationships, buying a home, and taking on new responsibilities.

One thing many people don’t expect is that taxes are part of that journey too. Understanding how taxes work can help you move forward.

Meet Alex and Neena

Alex and Neena are going through some of life’s biggest moments. They are:

Starting school
New to Canada as an international student
First job
Starting a small business
Getting married
Saving for a house

Does that sound familiar?

They are learning as they go, just like you.

We’ll guide you step by step

At each stage, we will show you how taxes fit in. We use plain language and avoid confusing terms.

A new chapter in their story is released every week on Instagram and here. So take the journey with them and follow Taxes - Canada.ca for the last word on taxes.

Disclaimer

The story and characters are fictional but inspired by common experiences. References to program and benefits offer general information and help you explore options for planning your family's future.