Where can I get my taxes done for free in Nova Scotia?

CVITP Free Tax Clinics are available at community centres, libraries, and non-profits across Nova Scotia from February to April. Call 1-800-959-8281 to find the nearest clinic. You need a modest income and a simple tax situation.

What benefits do I get from filing my taxes in Nova Scotia?

Filing taxes unlocks the Canada Child Benefit (up to $7,787/child), GST/HST Credit ($519), NS Affordable Living Tax Credit ($255+), Climate Action Incentive (~$412), Canada Workers Benefit ($1,428), and more. A low-income family can receive over $20,000/year.

Can I file taxes even if I had no income?

Yes. You should file even with zero income. Many benefits like the GST/HST Credit, NS Affordable Living Tax Credit, and Climate Action Incentive are paid regardless of whether you earned income. Filing is how the government knows to send you money.

Free Tax Filing in Nova Scotia: Unlock Thousands in Benefits You May Be Missing

Why Filing Your Taxes Is the Most Important Thing You Can Do

Filing your taxes — even if your income is zero — is the single most important step to unlocking financial benefits in Nova Scotia. Many people miss out on thousands of dollars per year because they have not filed.

Benefits You Unlock By Filing

Benefit	Annual Value (approx.)
Canada Child Benefit (per child)	Up to $7,787
GST/HST Credit	Up to $519
NS Affordable Living Tax Credit	Up to $255 + $60/child
Climate Action Incentive	~$412/year
Canada Workers Benefit	Up to $1,428
NS Poverty Reduction Credit	Up to $250
NS Child Benefit (per child)	Up to $1,525

For a single parent with two children and low income, filing taxes can unlock over $20,000 per year in benefits.

Where to Get Taxes Filed for Free

CVITP Free Tax Clinics are available February to April at community centres, libraries, and non-profits across Nova Scotia. Staffed by trained volunteers. Available for people with modest income and a simple tax situation.

Call 1-800-959-8281 to find the nearest clinic, or visit canada.ca and search for "free tax clinics."

What to Bring

SIN (Social Insurance Number) for yourself, spouse, and children
Photo ID
Any T4, T5, or other tax slips you received
Previous year's Notice of Assessment (if you have it)

Do Not Wait

You can file taxes for previous years too. If you have not filed in several years, the tax clinic can help you catch up and you may receive back payments for benefits you missed.

Other Financial Help

Credit Counselling Services of Atlantic Canada — Free budgeting help. Call 902-422-3833.
NS Power Customer Assistance — Payment arrangements. Call 1-800-428-6230.

Use Aidvocate to find all the programs you qualify for once your taxes are filed.