topic T2200 im an apprentice mechanic. I qualify for the apprentice tool deduction. Do I also qualify for the tradesperson deduction? Or is that for licensed mechanics? in Troubleshooting

T2200 im an apprentice mechanic. I qualify for the apprentice tool deduction. Do I also qualify for the tradesperson deduction? Or is that for licensed mechanics?

Kaidenl2002 — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 15:01:50 GMT

The CRA is vague on what they classify as a tradesperson. I’m seeing that an apprentice will qualify for both as an apprentice is a person working in the trades. There for a tradesperson.

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TurboTaxBrenda — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 13:13:55 GMT

Please see the CRA link: Employed apprentice mechanics

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Kaidenl2002 — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 13:42:40 GMT

Yes I know about that page. I’ve read it. But it says I have to calculate my tradesperson deductions first if I qualify for any. Then calculate my apprentice deductions. I’m asking how do i know if i qualify for tradespersons deductions? I know i qualify for the apprentice deductions. But I need to know if i qualify for both. The CRA isn’t clear on what they consider to be a tradesperson.

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TurboTax_Susan — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 23:00:48 GMT

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Kaidenl2002 — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 04:16:44 GMT

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TurboTax_Susan — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 22:51:52 GMT

The meaning of "Trade Person" is very vague, but it seems that the main factor is that only tradespersons would ordinarily be required by their employers to purchase "eligible tools" that would exceed a total cost of $1,000 in a year.

And yes, you can take both the apprentice tool deduction & the tradesperson deduction. However, your apprentice tool deduction will be reduced by any tradesperson deduction that you claim.

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Kaidenl2002 — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 13:26:47 GMT

Ok. My employer is saying that I don’t qualify for both as I’m not a tradesperson. But like it was said. Tradesperson is very vague. Most people would see a tradesperson as anyone who works in the trades. Correct?

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TurboTax_Susan — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 20:12:09 GMT

You can always call the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and confirm the definition with them.

If you are in Canada or the United States, you can call the CRA at 1-800-959-8281. If you are elsewhere, you can call 613-940-8495. This page has more ways to contact the CRA: Contact the Canada Revenue Agency