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Working for yourself 2 min
Before you clear out the tax folder
The six-year rule has a starting point and exceptions. A compact retention checklist for sole proprietors, including electronic records.
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Family & everyday life 3 min
Moving in together can change the CRA file before a wedding
Use the tax definition and effective date for marriage, common-law status or separation, and report the change on time.
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Filing & corrections 5 min
Tax Software or Accountant? A Practical Canadian Guide
When Canadian tax software is enough, when professional advice helps, and how to choose without scare tactics or inflated refund promises.
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Family & everyday life 3 min
Marcel keeps the housekeeping and snow-removal bills
Identify eligible services, separate supplies from labour and reconcile advance payments for Quebec's home-support credit.
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Family & everyday life 3 min
Valérie's appointment was 68 kilometres away. The return trip mattered differently.
Check one-way distance, access to local care and travel records before adding medical mileage, meals or accommodation to a claim.
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New to Canada 2 min
Before leaving Canada, save the records you cannot recreate easily
Prepare a departure file covering residential ties, dated asset values, income periods and Canadian account notifications.
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