Canada. Canada Revenue Agency [Central East]
Site: Meaford
Service: Community Volunteer Income Tax Program
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: GRE0288 | Last Modified: 16 Apr 2020 | Last Full Update: 28 Jan 2020 |
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Description (Service) | COVID-19 Due to concerns regarding COVID-19, the free income tax clinics have been postponed until further notice. They will reschedule those with appointments and taking new appointments when the library is able to reopen 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. Prior and current year returns. |
| Service Details | |
| Hours | COVID-19 Fully closed |
| Dates | Mar-Apr * Mon-Wed |
| Areas Served | Grey County |
| Eligibility | These suggested maximum income levels should serve as a guideline only Single individual – up to $35,000 Two-person family – up to $45,000 (combined income of a couple, or one adult with one child under 18) + add $2,500 for each additional dependent child in the family 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 * 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 * Students |
| Application | Call or email to request appointment |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Address and Location | |
| Located In Community | Meaford |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Trowbridge St and Hwy 26 |
| Physical Access | Partially Accessible ; Clinic is on second floor with only stair access * Arrangements can be made to assist on the main level - it is not in a fully enclosed room but dividers can be used * If main floor access is required, advise when making appointment |
| Contact Information | |
| Website | https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/community-volunteer-income-tax-program.html |
| Primary Contact | Amy Solecki, Community Outreach Coordintator; Phone: 519-538-1060 ext 1131; Email: asolecki@meaford.ca |