Tax season is a stressful time for many Canadians - well, anybody really, but it doesn't have to be. With the right preparation and understanding of the process, filing taxes can be an easy and efficient process.  From understanding the tax deadlines to claiming eligible deductions and credits, this guide provides Canadians with the essential tips and resources to make tax time easier. 

The gig economy is based on temporary and freelance work, or short-term contracts. As a gig worker, your contract services may range from a small task to a highly specialized service. If you are connecting with clients through online platforms or applications (apps) such as Clickworker, Crowdsource, or Fiverr to provide them with your services, you are typically considered to be self-employed instead of an employee. Your work may be carried out anywhere, as online platforms can connect businesses and independent contractors from all over the world.

We are joined by Senior Accountant Mike Libbey from Your Bottom line to learn all about depreciation, capital gains, airBNB, hold co's and other information that property investors need to be aware of when it comes to their taxes.

Find out what's new for the 2021 tax season and your filing and payment due dates. Begin by gathering your documents to report income and claim deductions, and choose how you want to file and send your completed tax return to the CRA. You can find our 2021 Tax Checklist at the end of this email, free to download!

Cryptocurrency is a relatively new innovation that requires guidelines on taxation so that Canadians are aware of how to meet their tax obligations. There are many misconceptions about this subject, which is why we made a handy FAQ sheet to answer 8 frequently asked questions.

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