Simple – Single
Starting at $100–$150
- T4 income
- Rent / property tax credit
Personal tax returns · Ottawa
Personal tax returns in Ottawa, done right and on time.
We prepare and e-file personal income tax returns for individuals and families in Ottawa, with clear starting prices and a real person you can call.
Packages
Clear starting prices.
Choose the package that matches your return. Prices shown are starting points.
Simple – Family
Starting at $150–$300
- T4 (both spouses)
- Rent / property tax credit
- Canada Child Benefit (CCB)
Complex – Per person
Starting at $150–$300
- T4 income
- Rental property income
- Business income
- Medical expenses
- Rent / property tax credit
Checklist
What to bring.
Gather what applies to you. If something is missing, we will tell you what to look for.
- Tax slipsT4 (employment), T4A, T5 (investment income), T3, T4E (Employment Insurance) and pension slips.
- RRSP contribution receiptsIncluding contributions made in the first 60 days of the year.
- Rent receipts or property tax billUsed for the Ontario Trillium Benefit.
- Medical, childcare and donation receiptsEach can lower the tax you owe.
- Tuition slips (T2202)For you or your dependants.
- Last year's Notice of AssessmentShows your RRSP room and carry-forward amounts.
- Rental or business recordsIncome and expense records if you earn rental or self-employment income.
Deadlines for the 2026 tax year
Know your dates.
April 30, 2027File your personal return and pay any balance owing
June 15, 2027Filing deadline if you or your spouse are self-employed (balance still due April 30)
8 business daysHow fast the CRA says an e-filed return with direct deposit can be refunded
General information only, based on CRA guidance. Every situation is different, so we will confirm the details that apply to you.
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Personal tax FAQ.
How much does a personal tax return cost in Ottawa?
At The Counting Press, a simple single return starts at $100–$150. Simple family returns start at $150–$300, and complex returns (for example with rental or business income) start at $150–$300 per person. See what each package includes.
When is the tax filing deadline?
For most people, the deadline to file and pay is April 30. If you or your spouse or common-law partner are self-employed, you have until June 15 to file, but any balance owing is still due April 30. For the 2026 tax year, that means April 30, 2027 and June 15, 2027. When a deadline falls on a weekend or holiday, it moves to the next business day.
What documents do I need for my tax return?
Bring your tax slips (such as T4, T4A, T5 and T4E), RRSP contribution receipts, rent receipts or your property tax bill, medical, childcare and donation receipts, tuition slips (T2202) and last year's Notice of Assessment. If you have rental or business income, bring your income and expense records. See the full checklist.
Do I need to file a tax return if I had no income?
If you want to receive benefit and credit payments, yes. The CRA uses your return to calculate payments such as the GST/HST credit and the Canada Child Benefit, and says you and your spouse or common-law partner need to file on time every year, even if you have no income.
Ready to file?
Book a free call and we will take it from there. Or call 819-593-7711.