Tools that make filing taxes easier

If you’re getting started on your 2017 taxes soon, take advantage of the online services offered by the Canada Revenue Agency to help make your experience fast, easy and inexpensive.

Tax-filing service. When you file online, you can use Netfile, a secure tax-filing service that lets you securely send your tax return directly to the CRA. There are many benefits to filing online, including getting your refund faster (in most cases, with direct deposit, in as little as eight business days); no more mailing a paper return; no more sending in receipts, unless the CRA asks for them later; and getting access to helpful online services like auto-fill my return, online mail, and Express NOA. You can also use the Refile service to make online changes to this year’s and last year’s return.

Free tax preparation software. When you file online, you also have access to free tax software. Not sure what benefits and credits you’re eligible for? Many tax software programs will suggest them based on the information you enter. Math not your strong suit? Tax software does all the calculations for you.

New online mail features. If you’re signed up for online mail this tax season, you’ll be able to access your notices of assessment, notices of reassessment, benefit notices and slips, T1 adjustment notices and installment reminders and more.

Find more information online at canada.ca/taxes-get-ready.

Source: News Canada and CRA.