Tax Breaks for Caregivers
By Jennifer Gorman, TurboTax November is National Family Caregivers Month. In honor of all of the unsung heroes who help support family members every day, here are a few tax tips for caregivers....
View ArticleBenefits for Children with Disabilities
By Jennifer Gorman, TurboTax Numerous credits and benefits are available for children with severe and prolonged disabilities. These can include severe vision or hearing impairments, autism, or mobility...
View ArticleThe Nova Scotia Amount for Young Children
The Nova Scotia Amount for Young Children Raising young children and paying childcare expenses can be costly. To help offset these costs, the government of Nova Scotia offers an amount for young...
View ArticleIncreases to the Low-Income Tax Reduction in Prince Edward Island
Increases to the Low-Income Tax Reduction in Prince Edward Island Prince Edward Island offers a tax reduction program to residents with low incomes. The program offers tax credits that help to offset...
View ArticleUpcoming Changes to tax credits and grants for Ontario Students
Upcoming Changes to tax credits and grants for Ontario Students Ontario has a range of programs designed to help offset the cost of being a student. In 2017, the province will eliminate tax credits for...
View ArticleChanges to the Ontario Drug Benefit
Changes to the Ontario Drug Benefit In August 2016, Ontario announced changes to its drug benefit program. The province raised the income threshold for access to the deductible-free plan, but it paused...
View ArticleOntario Electricity Support Program
Ontario Electricity Support Program Effective in 2016, the Ontario Electricity Support Program reduces electricity bills for low-income residents. If you qualify, the program adds credits directly to...
View ArticleOntario Children’s Activity Tax Credit Eliminated in 2017
Ontario Children’s Activity Tax Credit Eliminated in 2017 The Ontario government is eliminating the tax credit for children’s activities in 2017. Parents may still claim this credit on their 2016...
View ArticleAdditional Benefits for Children with Disabilities
Additional Benefits for Children with Disabilities Numerous credits and benefits are available for children with severe and prolonged disabilities. These can include severe vision or hearing...
View ArticleTax Tips for Blended Families
Tax Tips for Blended Families It may only be autumn, but now is a great time to start your tax planning, especially if this will be the first year you and your new spouse file your returns as a couple....
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