Can I claim my textbooks and the cost of the firefighting equipment that I bought for my program? If yes, in which section am able to input this information?

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The federal education and textbook tax credits were eliminated in 2017. Other deductions and credits for students can be claimed such as:

The most common deductions that apply to students are:

• child care expenses
• moving expenses

The most common non-refundable tax credits that apply to students are:

• Canada employment amount
• interest paid on student loans
• tuition amounts

Some of common refundable tax credits are:

• Canada training credit
• Child and family benefits

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For more information please see:

• Common deductions and credits for students  

• T2202 Tuition and Enrolment Certificate

• Simple Steps for Students Filing Tax Returns

• Understanding Tuition Tax Credits