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Welcome to From the Editor. If you’re new here, this is where I try to keep you up to date with all we’ve published in the past few days. We are headed towards tax season.
So today’s all about taxes.
In today’s newsletter: The basics of Canadian taxes if this is your first time filing. I learn something new each time I watch these videos.
Also: Do you know how your bonus is taxed? I got Jerry Onyegide to come explain.
Plus: Think you know all the possible tax breaks? I bet one of these will surprise you.
By: Dozie Anyaegbunam
You can find the online version of the newsletter here.
Canadian tax 101
There’s nothing that’s certain in life like death and taxes, especially in Canada. so if you’re new here or you still find some of the Canadian tax lingo a bit confusing, you should find this pretty helpful.
It covers:
Your taxable income streams.
Basic tax credits and deductions available to newcomers and how to take advantage of them when filing your taxes.
And all you need to know about tax compliance.
Watch the full thing here ⬇️
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It’s bonus season
Bonuses are all fun and games, till you find out how much the taxwoman takes from it (not every time taxman). I was a confused man the day I got my first bonus in Canada.
Why do they take so much from it? Well, Jerry Onyegide, a tax compliance and planning experts, and the founder of Tax Whiz has all the deets.
Read the full thing here ⬇️
5 types of Canadian tax credits you probably haven’t heard of before
Apparently, there are a ton of obvious and non-obvious ways you can save on your taxes. I wager one of these tax credits could could come in handy this season, especially the work-from-home tax deduction.
As with all things taxes and finances, please speak with a professional to get the best advice on which tax credit works for you.
P.S. And even if none of them work for you this 2026 tax season, you could start now ahead of the 2027 tax season.
Read the full thing here ⬇️
Good finds
2026 Tax Season: What to Expect: Jerry’s put together a detailed guide to filing, timing, and expectations.
How to Read a Tax Return (Part 1): Today’s all about Jerry, but this is good and vital information. Here he breaks down how to read your tax return. A needed piece because I am not the only one who glazes over that document during tax season.
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