Toddlers and Preschoolers – Financial
Tax Tips for Parents and Families
Filing your taxes can seem complicated, but it doesn't have to be. There are many resources from both the Manitoba government and Canada Revenue Agency that are designed to help you understand how to get the most out of your taxes. Did you know that there are ways that families can reduce their taxes? These include deductions for fitness activities, children with disabilities, child care, and even arts activities. Check these links for more information about filing your taxes in Manitoba.
The Manitoba Tax Assistance Office exists to inform and assist residents of Manitoba on the proper application of Manitoba income tax and tax credit programs.
Manitoba Tax Assistance Office
809 – 386 Broadway
Winnipeg MB R3C 3R6
Winnipeg, call (204) 948-2115
Outside Winnipeg, call toll free 1-800-782-0771
Email: TAO@gov.mb.ca
Tax credit information for Manitoba Residents:
- Manitoba Tuition Fee Income Tax Rebate
- Primary Caregiver Tax Credit
- Education Property Tax Credit
- Fertility Treatment Tax Credit
- Manitoba's Fitness Tax Credit (for children under 16 and young adults aged 16 through 24)
- Manitoba Family Tax Benefit
Resources and information from Canada Revenue Agency and the Government of Canada
- Learn about Taxes – This site from Canada Revenue Agency will also walk you through preparing a simple tax return.
- Tax Savings – Working for You!
- Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs)
- Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs)
- NETFILE – NETFILE is an electronic tax-filing option. This transmission service allows you to file your personal income tax and benefit return directly to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) using the Internet.
- Adoption Expenses
- Child Disability Benefit (CDB)
- Children's Arts Amount
- Canada Child Benefit
- Interest Paid on Your Student Loans
- Public Transit Amount
- Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)
- Tuition, Education and Textbook Amounts
- Volunteer Firefighters' Amount