can I claim my tuition tax credits next year instead of this year and would that have a big impact on my return. the credit is about 79000

If you have unused education tax credits, you can carry them forward to help reduce taxes you'll owe in future years. For more information How to Claim Unused Tuition and Education Tax Credits  and watch this video TUITION TAX CREDITS Explained for Canadian Students.

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