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Saving & retirement 2 min
The RRSP deposit still needs its HBP designation
Use your HBP statement to identify the required repayment and designate eligible contributions correctly on the return.
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Family & everyday life 2 min
The fundraiser email was a thank-you, not a tax receipt
Check the official receipt, any benefit received and previous claims before entering a charitable donation.
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Homes & rentals 2 min
The rent went into one account. Two owners still had to report it.
Reconcile the whole property, establish ownership shares and keep the gross and net reporting steps separate.
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Working for yourself 2 min
Registering before the threshold is a business decision
Compare customer pricing and eligible purchase taxes with the ongoing filing duties before registering as a small supplier.
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New to Canada 6 min
International Student Taxes in Canada: 2026 Guide
A clear guide to tax residency, T2202 tuition credits, benefits, foreign income, and temporary SINs for international students in Canada.
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Saving & retirement 2 min
Moving an FHSA balance to an RRSP
A qualifying direct FHSA transfer can preserve tax deferral without using RRSP room; a cash withdrawal and new deposit are different.
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