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Canada 2026 Tax Credits & CRA Benefit Payment Dates (Full Schedule)

“Canada 2026 CRA benefit payment dates and tax credits full schedule guide”

If you rely on CRA or Service Canada benefits, knowing the 2026 payment dates (and who qualifies) can save you a lot of stress. Below is the full 2026 benefit payment schedule, plus quick eligibility reminders so you can mark your calendar and move on with your life. This guide covers: Monthly and quarterly CRA […]

How Uber Drivers File Taxes in Canada with T4 Employment Income

Uber driver with T4 job: 2026 CRA tax filing guide by Instaccountant

Driving for Uber while working a full-time or part-time T4 job is extremely common in Canada. Nurses, IT professionals, warehouse workers, students and office employees often use Uber to earn extra income on evenings or weekends. But this mix creates confusion every tax season. Many Uber drivers assume Uber income is “side money” that doesn’t […]

How to File IT Contractor Taxes in Canada: GST/HST, PSB Rules & CRA Compliance

“Canadian IT contractor filing taxes with CRA forms, GST/HST compliance, and PSB rules explained”

Working as an IT contractor gives you freedom and a high day rate. But it also comes with a tax bill that looks very different from a T4 employee. If you’re a full-stack developer, solutions architect, or IT consultant in Canada, you don’t have an employer withholding tax for you. You don’t get a T4 […]

Canada 2026 Tax Changes: CRA Updates on Income Brackets, CPP, RRSP, TFSA Limits

“Infographic of 2026 Canadian tax changes showing new CRA brackets, CPP, RRSP and TFSA limits by Instaccountant”

The Canada Revenue Agency just dropped its 2026 updates and they’re bringing some meaningful shifts to how Canadians will handle their taxes this year. We’re talking about adjusted tax brackets that reflect where inflation actually sits right now, contribution limits that create new planning opportunities and benefit thresholds that directly impact how much money stays […]

Do New Corporations Need to File a T2 Tax Return in Canada First Year

New corporation in Canada filing first-year T2 corporate tax return with CRA deadline guidance

Starting a corporation in Canada whether you go federal or provincial, feels exciting. There’s a lot to think about, but taxes? Honestly, you can’t ignore them, even in the early days. A lot of new business owners wonder: “Do I really have to file a T2 tax return if my corporation hasn’t made a single […]

CRA Tax Guide for Online Sellers: Report eBay, Etsy & Amazon Income & GST/HST

CRA tax guide for online sellers in Canada reporting eBay Etsy and Amazon income and GST HST

Selling online in Canada is no longer “under the radar.” With the full rollout of CRA mandatory reporting rules, your sales on eBay, Etsy, Amazon, and even Facebook Marketplace are no longer invisible to the government. Whether you’re decluttering a closet or building a dropshipping empire, the Canada Revenue Agency now receives a direct digital […]

2025 Year‑End Tax Planning Guide for Canadians: TFSA, RRSP, FHSA, RESP & More

Year‑End Tax Planning Guide TFSA RRSP FHSA RESP More Instaccountant

Think of December 31st as a deadline with a dollar sign attached to it. Every year, thousands of Canadians miss out on significant savings simply because they didn’t know that “waiting until next year” actually meant losing an entire year of growth. Whether you’re saving for your first home, supporting your kids’ education, or just […]

A Complete Guide to GST/HST Registration in Canada: Thresholds, CRA Filing Rules & ITCs

GST HST Registration Filing Guide Instaccountant

You’re busy running your business, landing clients, and watching your revenue grow. Then someone mentions GST/HST registration, and suddenly you’re drowning in questions. Do I need to register for a GST/HST number? When do I actually start charging tax? Is that $30,000 threshold calculated by the year or the quarter? We talk to Canadian small […]

2025 Federal Child Support Tables Update: What Canadian Parents Need to Know

"2025 Federal Child Support Tables update Canada – new CRA and Justice Department guidelines for calculating child support payments."

If you pay or receive child support in Canada, mark your calendar: major changes to the Federal Child Support Tables are coming on October 1, 2025. After eight years, the Department of Justice is updating the tables to reflect current tax rules and the real cost of living. It has been nearly a decade since […]