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What newcomers need to know about tax

This is an in-person event

March 16, 2024

11:00 am to 12:30 pm

Third floor program room

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Event overview

March 16, 2024

11:00 am to 12:30 pm

Are you a newcomer to Canada? Join this program to learn about the Canadian tax system and good tax practices. 

What we'll learn in the session: 

  • Why we pay taxes
  • Overview of the Canadian tax system
  • What the Canada Revenue Agency is and what it does
  • Where our tax dollars go
  • Who pays taxes
  • What is taxed - Canadian and foreign
  • Why file a tax return
  • Preparing and filing tax returns
  • What happens after a tax return is filed
  • Enrolling in the CRA "My Account" for online filing and communications
  • Good tax practices
  • Resources

We'll have time for Q&A at the end. This program is in partnership with BCCPA.

Questions? Contact info@nvcl.ca or 604-998-3450.

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