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We’re seeking volunteer tax preparers to join our program!

Who We Are Since 1977, Disability Alliance BC (DABC) has been a provincial, cross-disability voice in British Columbia. We champion issues impacting the lives of people with disabilities through our direct services, community partnerships, advocacy, research, and publications. Our mission: to support people, with all disabilities, to live with dignity, independence, and as equal andContinue reading “We’re seeking volunteer tax preparers to join our program!”

Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)

The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is a new program from the federal government intended to help Canadians who experience financial barriers to adequate oral health care—specifically, households with an annual income of below $90,000 who have no existing dental coverage. The CDCP began its invitations for applications in phases. Beginning in December 2023, seniorsContinue reading “Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)”

Late tax filing reminder

Did you know? The filing deadline for the 2023 tax year may have already passed, but you can still file your taxes. If you do not expect to owe taxes you will not need to incur late filing penalties! The benefits of income tax filing are not insubstantial. People living on low or modest incomesContinue reading “Late tax filing reminder”

Upcoming Workshop: Do It Yourself Taxes

Date: Tuesday April 23rd 5 -6:30pm Want to learn how to file your own taxes? Register for our self-filing session today and file for free with support from one of our experienced tax preparers and access to free Turbotax software. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtc-ivpjIuH9bzRLkTl6utgNibGUgGnftZ

April 30th is the Tax Filing Deadline!

If you haven’t yet filed your 2023 income taxes, there’s still time! The deadline for filing 2023 income taxes is Tuesday, April 30th, 2024. If you are a person with a disability living in BC on a low income, Tax AID DABC can help with filings for current and previous years. We offer one-on-one taxContinue reading “April 30th is the Tax Filing Deadline!”

Tax AID DABC is Seeking Volunteer Tax Preparers

Who We Are Since 1977, Disability Alliance BC (DABC) has been a provincial, cross-disability voice in British Columbia. We champion issues impacting the lives of people with disabilities through our direct services, community partnerships, advocacy, research, and publications. Our mission: to support people, with all disabilities, to live with dignity, independence, and as equal andContinue reading “Tax AID DABC is Seeking Volunteer Tax Preparers”

The $400 BC renter’s tax credit is new for the 2023 tax year

By Vickie Smith, Tax AID Program, Active Support Against Poverty Society  For the 2023 tax year, renters in British Columbia can claim a new tax credit of up to $400.  Here’s what you need to know about the credit and how to claim it.  This is a refundable credit: meaning if you do not have anContinue reading “The $400 BC renter’s tax credit is new for the 2023 tax year”

Tax Season at DABC

This post will fill you in on how DABC can help you this tax season! Tax Filing Appointments Tax AID DABC offers one-on-one tax filing assistance in person, by phone, and by video conference. If you are a person with a disability living in BC on a low income, we can help with filings forContinue reading “Tax Season at DABC”

Canada Workers Benefit

The Canada Workers Benefit (CWB) is a refundable tax credit created by the CRA to help individuals and families that work and earn a low income. The CWB can be claimed each year on your tax return, as long as you are eligible. The CWB has a basic amount and a disability supplement.  What makesContinue reading “Canada Workers Benefit”