CRA charges 1% per month on RRSP overcontributions above the $2,000 buffer. 2025 RRSP deadline: March 2, 2026. Use Form T3012A to withdraw penalty-free in ~4-6 weeks. Complete step-by-step fix guide including Line 41800 and Form T746.
The CRA extended Regulation 105 withholding tax relief to June 30, 2026 (from September 30, 2024). Learn how the 15% non-resident withholding works, who benefits from the extension, and how to apply for a waiver before the deadline.
CRA's AI now scans every Canadian return within hours. Meals over 15–20% of income, lifestyle gaps, and STR losses are top 2026 red flags. Step-by-step audit-proof checklist inside — protect your deductions now.
Calgary property tax 2026: up 8.1% total ($387 typical home). Province's education levy jumped 19.8% ($338) — can't appeal the rate, but CAN appeal your assessment. Free informal review + $50 formal ARB deadline guide. June 30 payment deadline.
FHSA tax penalties 2026: 1% monthly over-contribution charge, carryforward capped at $8,000/year (max $16,000 contribution in any year). 15-year deadline, 60-day rule differs from RRSP. How to fix mistakes + avoid traps.
Hidden Canadian tax credits 2026: Canada Workers Benefit up to $1,633 (single)/$2,813 (family), Caregiver Credit $2,687+, Disability Tax Credit, Home Accessibility $3,000. Claim past 10 years with T1-ADJ.
Tax refunds and registered accounts Canada 2026: RRSP deadline March 2, 2026, limit $33,810. TFSA $109K lifetime. FHSA $8,000/$40,000. Reinvest refund strategy, e-file for 2-week turnaround.
RESP government grants Canada 2026: CESG up to $7,200, CLB $2,000 free (no contribution needed), BCTESG $1,200, QESI $3,600. Note: SAGES fully discontinued in 2023. Catch-up strategy guide included.
Retirement income planning Canada 2026: CPP max $1,507.65/month, OAS $743.05/month. Clawback at $95,323 (not $90K). RRSP meltdown strategy, withdrawal sequencing, breakeven age 82-83 for delayed CPP.
TFSA vs RRSP 2026: RRSP limit $33,810, TFSA $7,000 ($109K lifetime). Choose RRSP if 30%+ marginal rate (~$65K income), TFSA if under 25%. CPP $1,507.65 + OAS $743.05 guide. Complete comparison with income examples.