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kristaamp
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Is it free to file as a highschool student with no income?

why is there a $65 charge to file for a highschool student with no income
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Is it free to file as a highschool student with no income?

Filing a simple tax return is free with TurboTax Free.

Simple tax returns include:

  • Employment income

  • Pension income

  • Other employment income such as tips

  • RRSP contributions

  • Child care expenses

  • COVID-19 benefits and re-payments

  • Unemployment (EI) and social assistance

  • Worker’s compensation

  • Disability amount

  • Worker’s benefit

  • Amount for eligible/infirm dependents

  • Tuition, scholarships, bursaries, grants, student loan interest

  • Caregiver tax credit

  • Disability transfer

  • Home accessibility tax credit

  • Tax on RESPs and RDSPs

  • Tax installment payments

  • Age amount

Income, credits, and deductions not listed above are not covered by TurboTax Free, including:
  • Employment expenses (meals, lodging, etc.)

  • Donations

  • Medical expenses

  • Investment income and expenses

  • Rental property income and expenses

  • Self-employed income and expenses

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