Prepare for personal tax
Start gathering the documents for your return.
Open the standard checklistLLT Insights & Resources
Practical resources. Clearer next steps.
Good information makes it easier to move forward. Find LLT’s tax preparation checklists, account setup guides, and business resources, together with links to official Canadian tax information.
Whether you are preparing your personal return or running a business in the Fraser Valley, start with the resource that matches what you need to do.
Connect your accounts
Find the guide for CRA representative access.
Open the CRA setup guideUnderstand your financial statements
Download the business resource from LLT.
Open the financial statements guideCheck your tax and filing dates
Use these CRA resources to check the dates that apply to your return or business. Filing deadlines and payment deadlines can be different.
Personal income tax
Check the filing and payment dates that apply to you. Self-employment and other circumstances can change the filing deadline.
Payroll remittances
Your CRA remitter type determines how often you remit and when payment is due.
GST/HST returns
Filing and payment dates depend on your reporting period and circumstances. Check both dates before you plan your payment.
Corporate income tax
A corporation’s return is generally due six months after its tax year-end. The tax payment deadline is separate.
Check corporate filing dates
Check corporate instalment dates
T4 and T5 slips
Prepare slips and summaries early. CRA guidance explains the filing deadline and the treatment of weekends and public holidays.
RRSP contributions
Check the contribution deadline for the tax year and confirm your available deduction limit before contributing.
Checklists, guides, and LLT commentary
Find the checklist, setup guide, or business resource you need. Each link opens a PDF.
Personal tax preparation
Use the standard checklist to start gathering your documents. The detailed checklist is also available if you need it.
If the detailed checklist displays “Please wait” in your browser, download it and open it in Adobe Acrobat Reader. The standard checklist is available above.
Working with LLT
Find LLT’s guides for CRA representative access and QuickBooks Online accountant access.
Running your business
Explore the resources below on financial statements, owner compensation, workplace culture, and workplace conduct.
Tax commentary and memos
These PDFs reflect the information available when they were written. Ask LLT how the material applies to your situation today.
Handy PDFs you can download that we think will make your life a little easier.
Downloads
- LLT_Commentary_on_the_Federal_Budget_2025.pdf
- LLT_Commentary_on_the_Federal_Budget_2024.pdf
- LLT-New_Trust_Filing_Requirements_Memo.pdf
- LLT_Standard_T1_Letter_Checklist.pdf
- LLT_Detailed_T1_Letter_Checklist.pdf
- LLT_Underused_Housing_Tax_Handout.pdf
- WorksafeBC-BullyingandHarassment.pdf
- Organizational-Culture.pdf
- Owners-Wages.pdf
- How-to-Get-More-from-Your-Financial-Statements.pdf
- How_to_Register_for_CRA My_Business_Account_and_Add_LLT_as_a_Rep.pdf
- QBO_Access_Instructions.pdf
- How to Register for CRA My Business Account & Add LLT as a Rep.pdf
Official information and useful links
Go directly to the organizations responsible for the information.
