Canadian Tax Filing 2026: What Individuals, Small Businesses & Corporations Need to Know
Your essential guide to CRA deadlines, deductions, and innovative filing strategies for the upcoming tax season.
As the 2026 tax season approaches, Canadians—whether filing personal returns, managing small businesses, or overseeing corporate finances—need to stay ahead of key CRA requirements. This guide from RGB Accounting breaks down everything you need to know to file confidently and avoid costly mistakes.
📅 Important CRA Deadlines for 2026
Personal Tax (T1):
- Filing deadline: April 30, 2026
- Self-employed individuals: June 15, 2026 (but any balance owed is still due by April 30)
- RRSP contribution deadline: March 2, 2026
Corporate Tax (T2):
- Filing deadline: 6 months after fiscal year-end
- Balance due: 2 months after year-end for most corporations; 3 months if eligible for the small business deduction
Payroll Remittances:
- Monthly remitters: 15th of the following month
- Quarterly remitters: April 15, July 15, October 15, January 15
- T4, T4A, T5 slips: Due February 28, 2026
GST/HST Returns:
- Annual filers: June 15, 2026
- Quarterly/monthly filers: One month after the end of the reporting period
📄 What You’ll Need to File
For individuals:
- T4 slips (employment income)
- RRSP contribution receipts
- Medical expenses, childcare costs, tuition receipts
- Notice of Assessment from the previous year
For small businesses:
- Income statements and expense records
- Business-use-of-home calculations
- Vehicle logbooks and fuel receipts
- GST/HST collected and paid
For corporations:
- Financial statements
- T2 return forms
- CRA business number and payroll account
- Shareholder information and dividends issued
💸 Key Deductions & Credits to Watch
CRA Deductions:
- Home office expenses (simplified or detailed method)
- Moving expenses (if eligible)
- Employment expenses (with T2200 form)
- Capital cost allowance (CCA) for business assets
Canadian Tax Credits:
- Canada Workers Benefit (CWB)
- Disability Tax Credit (DTC)
- Tuition and education credits
- Climate Action Incentive
RGB Accounting helps you identify which deductions and credits apply to your situation—maximizing your refund and minimizing your stress.
⚠️ Common Filing Mistakes to Avoid
- Missing deadlines (especially for payments)
- Forgetting to report all income sources
- Overlooking eligible deductions or credits
- Filing incorrect GST/HST or payroll remittance amounts
- Not keeping proper documentation for expenses
✅ Why File with RGB Accounting?
With over a decade of experience and a reputation for clarity and reliability, RGB Accounting is your trusted partner for navigating Canadian taxes. Whether you’re filing a personal T1, managing small business obligations, or preparing a corporate T2, we ensure your return is accurate, optimized, and on time.
Source: CRA
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