CAA x CRA Tax Clinic

The Capilano Accounting Association (CAA) is excited to invite you to participate in our 2024 Tax Clinic as a volunteer. This unique opportunity allows you to receive professional training from a Canada Revenue Agency expert on filing taxes, empowering you to handle your taxes in the future.

Here are some key benefits of joining our Tax Clinic:

1. Professional Training: You will undergo comprehensive training by a Canada Revenue Agency professional, gaining valuable insights into the intricacies of tax filing. This knowledge will be an asset throughout your life, ensuring you can confidently manage your taxes.
2. Certificate of Experience: After completion of the clinic, you will receive a certificate from the Canada Revenue Agency. This official recognition demonstrates your expertise and qualification to file taxes for others, setting you apart and enhancing your competitiveness in the job market.
3. Resume Enhancement: The experience gained from participating in the Tax Clinic is a standout addition to your resume. It showcases your certified skills, providing you with a distinct advantage when pursuing future employment opportunities.
4. Volunteer Hours: Your time spent volunteering at the Tax Clinic will contribute to your overall community engagement and personal development.
5. Soft Skills Development: As a volunteer, you will have the chance to apply your newly acquired skills by assisting fellow students with their tax situations. This hands-on experience will help you develop essential soft skills such as communication, problem-solving, and attention to detail.

Thank you for considering this valuable opportunity, and we look forward to your participation in the Tax Clinic. To sign up or learn more about the 2024 Tax Clinic, please fill out our form here https://forms.gle/XMZDs1UsbVoUfVJn9 .

Organizations:

• Organization program information – Reference material for community organizations - Canada.ca
• Tax clinic basics - Tax clinic basics - Canada.ca
• Grant program - Grant for hosting free tax clinics - Canada.ca

Volunteers:  anyone that would like to assist as a volunteer would register at the following links -

• To register as a volunteer – www.canada.ca/taxes-volunteer
• To obtain a Rep ID number - Represent a Client - Canada.ca
• To apply for a CVITP EFILE number – www.canada.ca/efile

Training information:

• Volunteer learning guide – CVITP learning guide - Canada.ca