Session Objective
Learn about taxes and get answers to the top questions students have.
Learning Outcomes
- understand taxes and filing income tax returns
- learn about contribution limits and non-taxable income
- find out about deductions and credits for students
Session Outline
- why we pay taxes and where they go
- do you have to file
- benefits of filing taxes
- RRSP vs. TFSA
- non-taxable income
- deductions, credits and special rules for students
- answers to the top five questions students ask
- how to file an income tax return
- resources
- Q & A
Learning Materials
- Document Organizer worksheet
- When to File Your First Tax Return handout
- Slay your taxes presentation crossword puzzle
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) handout
- Resources for Canadian youth available on Canada.ca handout
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Session Level
Basic
Who Should Attend
Post-secondary