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Family & everyday life 3 min
Farah reads the dates on her son's DTC approval
Check the child benefit connection, the July-to-June payment year and which earlier years the CRA reviews automatically.
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Saving & retirement 2 min
The bank kept tax. Why is more still owing?
Understand the gross withdrawal, withholding and year-end tax before using an RRSP for an unexpected expense.
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Working for yourself 7 min
Self-Employed Taxes in Ottawa: 2026 Guide
A practical guide to HST, vehicle and home-office expenses, instalments, and CCA for Ottawa sole proprietors.
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Jobs & employment 2 min
Camille hires someone for Fridays
Before the first paycheque, establish employee details, payroll calculations, remittance responsibilities and records.
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Saving & retirement 2 min
An RDSP starts with eligibility, not a deposit
Prepare DTC approval and identity information, check age limits and ask about grants and bonds before opening a disability savings plan.
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Filing & corrections 2 min
I checked more than the refund line
Étienne compares the assessment with his filed return, follows the explanation of changes and keeps account payments separate.
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