General Questions
Working with Currie Accounting
What benefits might I derive from hiring an accounting firm?
Tax laws and regulations are complex and constantly changing. A competent accounting firm keeps its staff up to date on all changes and ensures your bookkeeping, accounting, and reporting practices stay compliant. We provide a unique analysis of your finances, reduce your tax bill by claiming all available credits, and help you avoid costly mistakes. We also use the most up-to-date software for accurate financial statements and tax returns — freeing up your time to focus on running your business.
What software are you certified to use?
We are certified to use QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, Simply Accounting, Sage Accounting, Wave, and Freshbooks.
Which forms of payment do you accept?
We accept e-Transfer, Cash, Cheques, Interac, Visa and MasterCard.
Still not sure whether hiring an accounting firm is right for you?
No problem — just call or email us to arrange an initial consultation. We’ll be happy to sit down with you and discuss your bookkeeping and accounting needs and how we can help.
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Personal Tax
T1 Personal Income Tax Return Questions
Did you know? Most individuals in Canada should file a T1 Personal Income Tax Return every year — even if they have no income. Filing ensures you receive government benefits, credits, and potential refunds you may be entitled to.
Do I need to file a tax return if I didn’t make any money?
Yes, in many cases you should. Filing ensures you receive benefits such as GST/HST credits, climate incentives, and other income-tested benefits you may be entitled to.
What do you need from me?
We need all relevant tax slips and information, including:
- T4 slips (employment income)
- T5 slips (investment income)
- RRSP contribution receipts
- Tuition slips (T2202)
- Medical expenses
- Childcare expenses
- Charitable donation receipts
- Last year’s tax return (if available)
How quickly does my return get done?
We ask that you allow 3–5 business days from the time we receive all your documents.
What type of file do I need to send?
You can scan or take clear photos of your documents and send them as a PDF or JPEG. As long as the information is readable, we’re good to go!
Can I drop off my papers instead?
Absolutely! If you prefer paper copies, give us a call at
(204) 231-0947 and arrange an appointment — we’ll be happy to assist you.
Can I pay by Cash, Cheque or e-Transfer?
When do I have to file my personal tax return?
The filing deadline for most individuals is April 30. If you are self-employed, you have until June 15 to file — but any taxes owing are still due April 30 to avoid interest charges.
What happens if I file late?
If you file late and owe taxes, the penalty is 5% of the balance owing, plus 1% for each full month your return is late, up to 12 months. Interest also applies to unpaid amounts.
Corporate Tax
T2 Corporate Tax Return Questions
Did you know? All corporations — including non-profit organizations, tax-exempt corporations, and inactive corporations — must file a T2 Corporate Tax Return every year, even if there is no tax payable.
If I need a new corporation set up, can you do that for me?
What do you need from me?
We need a complete set of financial statements including a balance sheet, income statement, and amortization schedule of assets. If you have a copy of your previous year T2, that is also helpful.
What does a basic corporate return cover?
It covers the filling out and electronic filing of a T2 Corporate Tax form and all the necessary schedules.
How quickly does my return get done?
We ask that you allow us 5 business days from the day you upload your documents.
What type of file do I need to send?
You can take a picture or scan the financial statements and attach them as a JPEG or PDF. So long as the details can be seen clearly, that’s all that matters.
Can I drop off my papers instead?
Certainly! If you prefer dealing in paper, that’s fine with us. Just give us a call at
(204) 231-0947 and arrange an appointment.
Can I pay by Cash, Cheque or e-Transfer?
When do I have to file my corporate tax return?
You need to have your corporate tax return filed within 6 months of your fiscal year end to avoid penalties. However, most corporations must pay the amount of tax owing within 3 months of their fiscal year end to avoid interest charges.
What happens if I file later than 6 months after my year end?
If you file your return late, a penalty applies. The penalty is 5% of the unpaid tax that is due on the filing deadline, plus 1% of this unpaid tax for each complete month that the return is late.