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How to File Taxes in Canada (2025 Tax Year Guide)

nuno@n9o.xyz (Last Minute Notes) — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

✅ Updated for the 2025 tax year (filed in 2026)
This guide reflects the latest rules, deadlines, and CRA updates.

Filing your taxes in Canada can feel confusing at first — especially when you see unfamiliar terms like T4, T5, or T1 General.

Capital Gains Tax in Canada

nuno@n9o.xyz (Last Minute Notes) — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This guide reflects the rules for the tax year ending December 31, 2025.
It applies to individuals filing their 2025 tax return in 2026.

Capital gains tax applies when you sell or dispose of capital property for more than you paid for it. This includes stocks, mutual funds, ETFs, cryptocurrency, real estate (other than your principal residence), and certain other investments. For 2025, the CRA has updated the capital gains inclusion rules, and this guide explains everything you need to know.

RRSP Tax Benefits in Canada

nuno@n9o.xyz (Last Minute Notes) — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This guide reflects the rules for the tax year ending December 31, 2025.
It applies to individuals filing their 2025 tax return in 2026.

A Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) is one of the most powerful tax tools available to Canadians. It allows you to reduce your taxable income, grow investments tax‑deferred, and save for retirement efficiently. This guide explains how RRSPs work, how much you can contribute, and how they affect your 2025 tax return.

Tax Deadlines in Canada for 2026

nuno@n9o.xyz (Last Minute Notes) — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

These deadlines apply to the tax year ending December 31, 2025.
They determine when you must file and pay your taxes in 2026.

Missing a tax deadline can lead to penalties, interest, and delays in receiving benefits. This guide summarizes every important date you need to know for the 2025 tax year.

What Is a T4 Slip in Canada?

nuno@n9o.xyz (Last Minute Notes) — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This guide reflects the rules for the tax year ending December 31, 2025.
It applies to individuals filing their 2025 tax return in 2026.

A T4 slip (Statement of Remuneration Paid) is one of the most important documents you need when filing your taxes in Canada. It summarizes your employment income and the deductions your employer withheld during the year. If you worked for an employer in 2025, you will receive a T4.

What Is a T1 General? (Canada Tax Return Explained)

nuno@n9o.xyz (Last Minute Notes) — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

✅ Updated for the 2025 tax year (filed in 2026)
This guide explains the T1 General in simple terms — perfect for beginners.

If you’ve ever filed taxes in Canada, you’ve already used the T1 General — even if you didn’t realize it.