Tax Clinic Returns: September 11 & 25, October 9 & 23, November 13 & 27
An Introductory Guide to Filing Taxes in Canada: Understanding Forms, Calculating Income, and Identifying Deductions and Credits Filing taxes in Canada can be a daunting task for many individuals, but with a systematic approach and understanding of the process, it becomes more manageable. This guide aims to provide an overview of the essential steps involved…
Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Financial Empowerment Initiative Launches Free Community Tax Clinics in Edmonton and Calgary [23rd February 2024) — The Financial Empowerment Initiative, formerly known as LCCMedia Foundation, is thrilled to announce the launch of its Free Community Tax Clinics for the residents of Edmonton and Calgary. Aimed at providing essential tax filing…
Free community tax clinic open at Africa Centre (suite #106 – 11808 St Albert Trail. NW T5L 4G4), and virtual services open daily from 10 AM -3 PM. Get your taxes done! Accessibility Options In-person Virtual Walk-in Scope of Service Free tax clinic for low-income earners: A threshold of $50,000 annual income. Edmonton Location…
With plans to run a free tax clinic in Edmonton and Calgary in 2023, LCCMedia Foundation is actively looking for volunteers to support their Edmonton and Calgary locations. In 2022, the team, which comprised Tayo Elnathan, and Dotun Ayodele-Bamisaiye, did more than 350 tax returns at the Africa Centre. The clinic was sponsored by the…
I check my credit score with my bank regularly. But, recently, I was surprised when I needed to buy some furniture and asked to see my credit (as they had pulled it); it did not match the bank’s credit score. I wonder why this is so; Globe and Mail reporter wrote about credit rating…
From: Financial Consumer Agency of Canada Credit bureaus in Canada may collect different information about how you’ve used credit in the past. Requesting your own credit report has no effect on your credit score. Learn more about credit reports and score basics. You can access your credit report online for free from Equifax and TransUnion….
From: Financial Consumer Agency of Canada Financial empowerment strategies concern the root causes of poverty and financial outcomes for individuals and families living with low income. Because of this, they have been shown to affect long-term financial change, including improved credit ratings, increased savings and income, and reduced debt levels. When financial matters such as…
The Financial Empowerment Program is for Edmontonians living on a low income. It can help them connect to the resources, education and information needed to reach financial stability and security. The Financial Empowerment Program consists of social workers who work with community partners to help people living on a low income expand their financial knowledge, reduce…
I remember saying to my mentor, ‘If I had more money, I would have a better plan.’ He quickly responded, ‘I would suggest that if you had a better plan, you would have more money.’ You see, it’s not the amount that counts; it’s the plan that counts.” – Jim Rohn A budget is…
What is a budget? A budget is a plan that helps you manage your money. It helps you figure out how much money you get, spend and save. Making a budget can help you balance your income with your savings and expenses. It guides your spending to help you reach your financial goals. A…
