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How to prepare your own taxes
Tax filing for the 2025 tax year is well underway, and while tax filers are here to help if you need it, there are several ways to prepare and file your taxes yourself.
Certified tax software (electronic filing)
You can use NETFILE and ReFILE to electronically file (and amend) your personal income tax return (your T1 return) using certified tax filing software.
Free or pay-what-you-want tax software
The CRA has put together this list of free and paid electronic filing softwares that work with their NETFILE web service.
| Software pro | 2025 pricing | Software options | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wealthsimple Tax |
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| H&R Block Tax Software Free |
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| FastnEasyTax |
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| FutureTax |
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| StudioTax |
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| WebTax4U.ca |
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| TaxFreeway |
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| EachTax |
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| CloudTax |
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| TurboTax |
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| Tax Chopper |
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| AdvTax |
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| GenuTax Standard |
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| Better Tax |
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| myTaxExpress |
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| TaxTron |
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| UFile |
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*Find a list of other compatible tax softwares on this CRA page.
Authorize a representative
Authorize a family member, friend, or registered tax filer to act on your behalf to complete your taxes and access your tax accounts. Here is a blog that explains the process of authorizing someone to access your MyCRA account.
Community volunteer tax clinic
If you have a modest income, and a simple tax situation, you can visit a free tax clinic to have a volunteer complete your taxes for you.
Free tax clinics are generally offered between March and April across Canada, but some are open year-round. Tax clinics can be in person or virtual. Find a clinic near you.
Paper tax return
You can always go old school and complete and file your taxes manually on a paper return. This method takes the longest to process (12 weeks versus an average of 2 weeks for electronically submitted returns).
SimpleFile – Over the phone or by paper (by invitation only)
The CRA will send an invitation letter if you are eligible to either file your tax return through an automated phone line or be assisted by a CRA agent.
SimpleFile – Online (with or without invitation)
Answer the questions on this page to determine whether you are eligible for this free service.
Learning more about filing your taxes
Learn about your taxes is a self-guided online course from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for youth, new residents, and individuals who have never done their taxes before. It is also a great learning tool for anyone who needs a refresher on taxes. And, it includes lesson plans for educators who want to use the course in the classroom.
If you need help with preparing your tax return, Bird’s Eye Business Solutions provides tax filing services for individuals and small businesses. Find out more about our rates and book a free 15 minute consultation to discuss your needs.
How to prepare your own taxes
Tax filing for the 2025 tax year is well underway, and while tax filers are here to help if you need it, there are several ways to prepare and file your taxes yourself.
Certified tax software (electronic filing)
You can use NETFILE and ReFILE to electronically file (and amend) your personal income tax return (your T1 return) using certified tax filing software.
Free or pay-what-you-want tax software
The CRA has put together this list of free and paid electronic filing softwares that work with their NETFILE web service.
| Software pro | 2025 pricing | Software options | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wealthsimple Tax |
|
|
|
| H&R Block Tax Software Free |
|
|
|
| FastnEasyTax |
|
|
|
| FutureTax |
|
|
|
| StudioTax |
|
|
|
| WebTax4U.ca |
|
|
|
| TaxFreeway |
|
|
|
| EachTax |
|
|
|
| CloudTax |
|
|
|
| TurboTax |
|
|
|
| Tax Chopper |
|
|
|
| AdvTax |
|
|
|
| GenuTax Standard |
|
|
|
| Better Tax |
|
|
|
| myTaxExpress |
|
|
|
| TaxTron |
|
|
|
| UFile |
|
|
*Find a list of other compatible tax softwares on this CRA page.
Authorize a representative
Authorize a family member, friend, or registered tax filer to act on your behalf to complete your taxes and access your tax accounts. Here is a blog that explains the process of authorizing someone to access your MyCRA account.
Community volunteer tax clinic
If you have a modest income, and a simple tax situation, you can visit a free tax clinic to have a volunteer complete your taxes for you.
Free tax clinics are generally offered between March and April across Canada, but some are open year-round. Tax clinics can be in person or virtual. Find a clinic near you.
Paper tax return
You can always go old school and complete and file your taxes manually on a paper return. This method takes the longest to process (12 weeks versus an average of 2 weeks for electronically submitted returns).
SimpleFile – Over the phone or by paper (by invitation only)
The CRA will send an invitation letter if you are eligible to either file your tax return through an automated phone line or be assisted by a CRA agent.
SimpleFile – Online (with or without invitation)
Answer the questions on this page to determine whether you are eligible for this free service.
Learning more about filing your taxes
Learn about your taxes is a self-guided online course from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for youth, new residents, and individuals who have never done their taxes before. It is also a great learning tool for anyone who needs a refresher on taxes. And, it includes lesson plans for educators who want to use the course in the classroom.
If you need help with preparing your tax return, Bird’s Eye Business Solutions provides tax filing services for individuals and small businesses. Find out more about our rates and book a free 15 minute consultation to discuss your needs.
How to prepare your own taxes
Tax filing for the 2025 tax year is well underway, and while tax filers are here to help if you need it, there are several ways to prepare and file your taxes yourself.
Certified tax software (electronic filing)
You can use NETFILE and ReFILE to electronically file (and amend) your personal income tax return (your T1 return) using certified tax filing software.
Free or pay-what-you-want tax software
The CRA has put together this list of free and paid electronic filing softwares that work with their NETFILE web service.
| Software pro | 2025 pricing | Software options | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wealthsimple Tax |
|
|
|
| H&R Block Tax Software Free |
|
|
|
| FastnEasyTax |
|
|
|
| FutureTax |
|
|
|
| StudioTax |
|
|
|
| WebTax4U.ca |
|
|
|
| TaxFreeway |
|
|
|
| EachTax |
|
|
|
| CloudTax |
|
|
|
| TurboTax |
|
|
|
| Tax Chopper |
|
|
|
| AdvTax |
|
|
|
| GenuTax Standard |
|
|
|
| Better Tax |
|
|
|
| myTaxExpress |
|
|
|
| TaxTron |
|
|
|
| UFile |
|
|
*Find a list of other compatible tax softwares on this CRA page.
Authorize a representative
Authorize a family member, friend, or registered tax filer to act on your behalf to complete your taxes and access your tax accounts. Here is a blog that explains the process of authorizing someone to access your MyCRA account.
Community volunteer tax clinic
If you have a modest income, and a simple tax situation, you can visit a free tax clinic to have a volunteer complete your taxes for you.
Free tax clinics are generally offered between March and April across Canada, but some are open year-round. Tax clinics can be in person or virtual. Find a clinic near you.
Paper tax return
You can always go old school and complete and file your taxes manually on a paper return. This method takes the longest to process (12 weeks versus an average of 2 weeks for electronically submitted returns).
SimpleFile – Over the phone or by paper (by invitation only)
The CRA will send an invitation letter if you are eligible to either file your tax return through an automated phone line or be assisted by a CRA agent.
SimpleFile – Online (with or without invitation)
Answer the questions on this page to determine whether you are eligible for this free service.
Learning more about filing your taxes
Learn about your taxes is a self-guided online course from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for youth, new residents, and individuals who have never done their taxes before. It is also a great learning tool for anyone who needs a refresher on taxes. And, it includes lesson plans for educators who want to use the course in the classroom.
If you need help with preparing your tax return, Bird’s Eye Business Solutions provides tax filing services for individuals and small businesses. Find out more about our rates and book a free 15 minute consultation to discuss your needs.
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