File your taxes in Edmonton or Calgary by emailing taxes@thefei.ca for a virtual appointment. Otherwise, attend our locations at the Calgary Full Gospel Church or the Africa Centre in Edmonton

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Tax Clinic Update: Virtual Service on April 16

The Financial Empowerment Initiative (theFEI) would like to inform community members that its tax clinic will operate virtually only on Thursday, April 16. 💻 Virtual Tax Support Available Community members who require assistance with filing their taxes on this day are encouraged to book an appointment via email. This virtual service ensures individuals and families…

Calgary Free Tax Clinic

The Financial Empowerment Initiative is proud to offer a free in-person tax clinic in Calgary to support individuals and families with modest incomes. Our clinics are designed to help community members file simple tax returns and access important government benefits and credits. The Calgary clinic will run from March 3 to April 30, 2026. Clinic…

Edmonton Free Tax Clinic (In-Person and Virtual)

The Financial Empowerment Initiative is pleased to offer our annual free tax clinic to support individuals and families with modest incomes. Our goal is simple: to make sure members of our community can file their taxes on time and access the benefits and credits they are entitled to. Our tax clinic runs from March 5…

Living Paycheque to Paycheque? 7 Practical Ways to Take Back Control of Your Money

Many people today are doing their best but still feel like their money disappears too quickly. Rising costs have made budgeting more important than ever. Here are a few simple habits that can help: Know where your money goes Start by tracking expenses for one month. Many people are surprised by what they discover. Start…

Understanding Credit: How to Build It, Fix It, and Use It Wisely

Credit can feel confusing, especially if nobody ever explained how it works. Some people are told to avoid credit completely, while others fall into trouble because they were never taught how to manage it properly. Credit is simply your financial reputation. It shows lenders how reliable you are when borrowing money. Here are some simple…

Why Filing Your Taxes Matters (Even If You Don’t Owe Anything)

One of the most common things we hear is: “I didn’t work much last year, so I didn’t bother filing.” Unfortunately, this decision can actually cost people money. Filing your taxes is not just about paying the government. For many people, it is actually how the government determines what support you qualify for. When you…