Community Free Tax Clinics

February 11, 2026

Photo of the word tax in yellow wooden letters balanced atop stacks of coins. Photo of a woman working at her laptop. Title reads Free Tax Clinics. The Empower N L logo is centered at the bottom.

Canada Revenue Agency – Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP)

Free tax clinics are hosted by community organizations through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP). They are offered throughout Canada and are available to individuals who have both a modest income and a simple tax situation.

In general, a modest income means the total family income is less than or equal to the amount shown in the chart below, based on the size of the family. Family size includes an individual, or a couple, and their dependents.
The following provides a guideline to determine what is considered a modest income.

1 Person – $40,000 total family income
2 People – $55,000 total family income
3 People – $60,000 total family income
4 People – $65.000 total family income
5 People – $70,000 total family income
More than 5 People – $70,000 total family income, plus $5,000 for each additional person

In general, a tax situation is simple if an individual has no income or if their income comes from these sources:

employment
pension
benefits, such as the Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, disability insurance, employment insurance, and social assistance
registered retirement savings plans (RRSPs)
scholarships, fellowships, bursaries, or grants
interest (under $1,200)

Volunteers are not expected to answer complex tax questions. Proof of ID and income required.

Find a tax clinic at: CRA Find a Free Tax Clinic

Chartered Professional Accountants of Newfoundland and Labrador

Holding free income tax clinics this February.
These clinics are aiming to help seniors and those with incomes under $40,000.
There are specific criteria that need to be met to avail of this service, so for more information and to book an appointment, call 709-753-3090, extension 201.

MUN Tax Clinic

The MUN Tax Clinic provides free tax preparation services to students and others in the community with simple tax situations and modest incomes.
2nd Floor UC – 2000, Memorial University Students’ Union, 709-864-7633
MUN Tax Clinic