Canada. Canada Revenue Agency [Central East]
Site: Owen Sound
Service: Community Volunteer Income Tax Program
Record Added
Add Record
Suggest Update
Suggest New Volunteer Opportunity
Print Version (New Window)| Record #: GRE0285 | Last Modified: 01 Mar 2021 | Last Full Update: 24 Feb 2021 |
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Description (Service) | For individuals unable to complete their income tax and benefit return themselves and are unable to pay for assistance, the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) may be able to assist. Volunteers can help complete the income tax and benefit return if income is low and tax situation is simple. Will complete prior and current year returns. |
| Service Details | |
| Hours | Upon signing up, drop off dates and times will be provided to individuals. |
| Areas Served | Bruce County ; Grey County |
| Eligibility | These suggested maximum income levels should serve as a guideline only Single: Up to $35,000 Married or common law: Up to $45,000 One adult with child: Up to $40,000 (Add $2,500 per additional child) Interest income limited to under $1,000 Local community organizations have the flexibility to adjust or set additional eligibility criteria for taxpayers based on the local economic environment, the population they serve, and their own capacity Volunteers do not prepare tax returns for complex situations such as: * returns for deceased persons; * individuals who file for bankruptcy; * self-employed individuals; * individuals who report capital gains or losses; or * individuals who report employment expenses, or business or rental income and expenses. Eligible taxpayers normally served by the CVITP include: * Aboriginal peoples; * Low-income individuals and social assistance recipients; * Newcomers to Canada; * Seniors; and * Students |
| Application | By appointment only No in-person clinics for 2021. Call the office of Alex Ruff, MP to leave a message for the Owen Sound CVITP who will return your call after 5 pm to arrange an appointment. Upon signing up, drop-off locations and dates will be provided to individuals. Do not call or go to any Community Living office, all appointments and inquiries are arranged through the office of Alex Ruff. Cancellations: 2 business days notice prior to appointment date is required to cancel an appointment. No shows will lose the privilege of using the clinic |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Address and Location | |
| Located In Community | Owen Sound |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | 2nd Ave E and 11th St E |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | Alex Ruff's Office: 519-371-1059 |
| Website | www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/ndvdls/vlntr/menu-eng.html |