What is the tax filing deadline for self-employed individuals in Canada?

In Canada, self-employed individuals and their spouses have until June 15 to file their T1 return and Form T2125. However, if you owe any tax balance to the CRA, it must be paid by April 30 to avoid daily compound interest.

When am I required to register for GST/HST?

You must register for a GST/HST account once your gross worldwide taxable revenues exceed $30,000 in a single calendar quarter or across four consecutive calendar quarters.

What expenses can I write off as self-employed in Canada?

Eligible write-offs include home office expenses (utilities, internet, rent/mortgage interest), motor vehicle expenses (mileage, gas, insurance), advertising, software subscriptions, cell phone bills, professional fees, and capital cost allowance (CCA) on equipment.

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Self-Employed Tax FAQs

Straight answers to complex Canadian sole proprietorship questions.

Yes. Self-employed Canadians pay both the employee and employer portions of the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), totaling 11.9% on net self-employment earnings between $3,500 and the maximum pensionable ceiling. You receive a federal tax deduction and credit for the employer portion.

Incorporation typically becomes advantageous when your business generates more profit than you need for personal living expenses (usually above $80,000–$100,000 net profit). Corporate earnings are taxed at the low small business tax rate (~12.2% in Ontario), allowing you to defer substantial taxes.

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