Tear sheet – Doing your taxes – English

Get ready to do your taxes

Do your taxes to receive your benefits and credits.

Before doing your taxes

1. Gather your social insurance number, tax slips, receipts, and previous tax return.
2. Know key dates: You have until April 30 to do your taxes and pay what you owe. Self-employed? Do your taxes by June 15.
3. Know what to report and claim:
   • report your income, such as employment and self-employment income, benefits, and tips
   • claim your tax deductions, credits, and expenses
4. Update your personal information using My Account or by calling the CRA.

Doing your taxes

5. There are many ways to do your taxes including:

   • go online and use certified tax software (some are free)
   • get help from a family member, friend, or tax preparer
   • visit a free tax clinic. See if you qualify at canada.ca/taxes-help

After doing your taxes

• Make a payment if you owe taxes, wait for your refund, or check your refund’s status in My Account or by calling 1-800-959-8281.
• Did you make a mistake? Once you get your notice of assessment, use tax software, My Account, or mail to change your tax return.
• Keep all your receipts and supporting documents.

For more information, go to: canada.ca/cra-taxes-get-ready