Income Tax for International Students

• In-person event
• 100, St. Patrick’s Building, Carleton University
• 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON, K1S 5B6
• Cost: FREE

• Contact
• isso@carleton.ca

COSTI in partnership with the International Student Services Office of Carleton University will deliver an interactive information session on Income Tax and International Students.

This information is for International Students and their accompanying spouses (if applicable). This session aims at providing international students with general information regarding the Canadian tax system such as: why Canadians all residents in Canada pay taxes; the types of taxes that are collected and how they are calculated; the government’s role; who has to pay taxes and most importantly benefits of tax declaration.

International Students and their accompanying dependents are considered residents for tax purposes. There many benefits to declaring your taxes, to know more, to stay informed and benefits from declaring your taxes, you are invited to attend this important information session that will discuss the following topics:

• The Canadian Tax System
• Who pays taxes in Canada?
• Residency for Income tax purposes
• Filing a Canadian income tax and benefit return
• Identification for employment and income tax purposes
• Deductions and credits that you may be eligible for (your benefits)
• Where to file your tax? List of Free Tax Clinics in Ottawa
• What happens after a tax return has been filed
• Helpful Resources

Disclaimer

The ISSO is unable to provide advice on income tax matters to individual students. The information provided below is intended to be a brief overview and introduction to the Canadian tax system. As an international student, you are encouraged to seek advice from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), or from a qualified income tax specialist.  If you required more information, contact the International Tax Services Office at 1-800-267-5177

Please contact us at isso@carleton.ca with any questions.

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