Understanding Ontario’s personal income tax, credits and benefits
Webinar description
Join the Ontario Ministry of Finance for a free webinar to learn about Ontario personal income tax, credits and benefits, and the basics of filing an Income Tax and Benefit Return.
Filing a tax return can help you access valuable tax credits, benefits, and other government programs, even if you have little or no income. Whether you are filing for the first time, are new to Canada, or want to better understand the credits and benefits available to you, this introductory session will provide practical information and resources to help you file with confidence.
What you will learn
- Why filing a tax return is important, even if you don’t owe tax
- The basics of how to complete and file a tax return
- The Ontario tax credits and benefits you may be eligible to claim
- How to make a change to a previously filed tax return
- Where to find helpful government resources, tools and information
Who should attend
- Individuals and families
- Newcomers to Canada
- Seniors
- Students
- First-time tax filers
- Anyone interested in learning more about Ontario personal income tax, credits and benefits
Registration
| Date | Time | Link |
|---|---|---|
| September 24, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. | Register |
| October 14, 2026 | 2:00 p.m. | Register |
| December 10, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. | Register |
Once you register
When you click on Register, it will open a registration webpage.
- Enter your name and email address and click on the Register button. Once you see the message “See you at the event!”, close the window.
- Check your personal email inbox for a Government of Ontario email confirmation. This email contains a link to the session. Keep the email and make note of the session date and time in your personal calendar. If you do not receive a confirmation email within a couple of minutes, please check your Junk folder.
- On the day of the session, re-open your confirmation email and click the Join Event button about five minutes before the start time.
You do not require Microsoft Teams or any other specialized software to join the session.
If you must cancel your registration, simply re-open your confirmation email and click on the Cancel Registration button.