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01
Feb
A Canadian executor stressing over a Terminal T1 Return next to a pile of cash labeled Tax Free, while a CRA auditor points to a cottage labeled Deemed Disposition. Tag

Are Gifts and Inheritances Taxable in Canada? 2026 CRA Rules

Receiving an inheritance in 2026? Good news: Canada has no "Death Tax" for beneficiaries. Bad news: The estate pays everything first. Learn the Deemed Disposition rules and the "Joint Account" hack.
6 min read
01
Feb
A map of Canada in 2026 color-coded by sales tax rates, highlighting Alberta at 5% and Atlantic Canada at 15%, with a receipt showing the GSTHST breakdown.

2026 Sales Tax Chart: GST, HST, and PST Rates by Province

Confused by the checkout price? Discover the official 2026 Sales Tax Chart for all provinces, the "Grocery Rule" that makes some food tax-free, and why Alberta is still the cheapest place to shop.
8 min read
01
Feb
A Canadian homeowner looking at a CRA "Home Buyers' Plan Statement of Account," with a calendar highlighted and a stamp reading "Payment Deferred.

HBP Repayment Guide 2026: The "5-Year Holiday" Rule & Tax Traps

Do you owe the CRA money for your home down payment? Discover the 2026 HBP Repayment rules, the new "5-Year Holiday" for recent buyers, and the strategy of intentionally missing a payment.
5 min read
01
Feb
A Canadian taxpayer looking shocked at a reduced cheque, holding a CRA letter titled T4RSP Statement of RRSP Income, with a graphic overlay showing 10%, 20%, and 30% deduction brackets.

RRSP Withdrawal Tax Calculator 2026: How Much Will the CRA Take?

A Canadian taxpayer looking shocked at a reduced cheque, holding a CRA letter titled T4RSP Statement of RRSP Income, with a graphic overlay showing 10%, 20%, and 30% deduction brackets.
8 min read
26
Jan
A comprehensive Canadian tax rate chart displayed on a modern tablet, surrounded by a calculator, a Canadian passport, and a coffee mug on a clean office desk.

2026 Canadian Tax Brackets: Federal & Provincial Rates (All Provinces)

Don't let tax season catch you off guard. Discover the official 2026 federal and provincial tax brackets for all 10 provinces and 3 territories, featuring the new 14% lowest federal rate and the "Real Take-Home" tables to calculate your true paycheck.
5 min read
26
Jan
A close-up of a car's digital odometer showing 5,001 kilometers, next to a calculator displaying a 73 cents calculation and a Ontario driver's handbook.

CRA Mileage Rates 2026: How much can I claim for my car in Ontario?

Is your employer paying you enough? Discover the official 2026 CRA mileage rates, the new 73-cent "Reasonable Allowance" rule, and how to claim the simplified vehicle deduction to lower your tax bill by $5,000+.
6 min read
26
Jan
An Uber driver's dashboard in a Canadian city during winter, showing a smartphone with the Uber Driver app open, an insulated SkipTheDishes bag on the passenger seat,

2026 Uber and SkipTheDishes Tax Guide: Every Deduction You Can Claim

Driving for Uber or Skip in 2026? Don't let the CRA take your hard-earned tips. Discover the ultimate guide to gig-worker tax deductions, from the "Hidden Phone Hack" to the 2026 mileage rules that save you thousands.
9 min read
26
Jan
CRA Netfile Access Code 2026: How to Find it Without Calling the CRA

CRA Netfile Access Code 2026: How to Find it Without Calling the CRA

Missing your 8-digit Netfile Access Code? Don't wait on hold for hours. Discover the 2026 "No-Call" retrieval hacks, where to find it in your CRA My Account, and the secret reason why you might not even need it to file today.
6 min read
26
Jan
A frustrated taxpayer looking at a laptop screen displaying Error Code ERR.010 Your account is locked, with a smartphone nearby ready to use the 2026 multi-factor authentication backup grid.

My CRA Account Locked? How to Reset Your 2026 CRA Login Fast

Locked out of your CRA My Account after too many attempts? Don't spend 4 hours on hold. Discover the 2026 "Self-Serve" recovery hack, how to fix ERR.010 and ERR.021, and the secret to bypassing the lockout using your bank.
5 min read
26
Jan
An international student sitting in a university library with a laptop open to a tax filing software, holding a Canadian passport and a study permit

How to File a Nil Tax Return for International Students in Canada 2026

Are you an international student with $0 income? You are leaving $1,000+ on the table. Learn the exact 2026 "Nil Return" strategy to unlock your GST/HST credits, Carbon Rebates, and tuition carry-forwards without paying an accountant.
6 min read
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