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Free Tax Clinics

with The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program

2025-03-18 10:30:00 2025-03-18 16:00:00 America/New_York Free Tax Clinics The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program offers free tax preparation services for individuals, families, seniors, and persons with disabilities with moderate incomes. Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room

Tuesday, March 18
10:30am - 4:00pm

Bracebridge Library

Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room

The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program offers free tax preparation services for individuals, families, seniors, and persons with disabilities with moderate incomes.

The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program offers free tax preparation services for individuals, families, seniors, and persons with disabilities with moderate incomes.

Sessions will be offered on all dates in 30 minute appointments. 

In order to register, please call the Library at 705-645-4171 ext. 3806 or visit the Information Desk at the Library. Library staff must register you directly into an available appointment time slot. 

To qualify for these free tax clinics you must qualify in one of the following income levels:

FAMILY SIZE           TOTAL INCOME LEVEL

1 person                    $35,000

2 persons                   $45,000

3 persons                   $47,500

4 persons                   $50,000

5 persons                   $53,500

For families with more than 5 persons $53,500 plus $2,500 for each additional person. 

If any of the following situations apply to you, you are not able to have taxes completed at these free clinics:

- self-employment or employment expenses

- Business or rental income and expenses

- Capital gains or losses

- Filed for bankruptcy

- Completing a tax return for a deceased person

What to bring with you to your confirmed appointment

- Photo identification

- Social Insurance Number(s)

- All T-slips showing income (T4, T4A, T4E, T4RRSP, T3, etc.)

- Final municipal property tax bill (for each applicable tax year) or rent receipts for each address you have lived at during the tax year(s)

- Notice of Assessment or tax return letter from the last tax year you filed a tax return (if available)

- For students - tuition receipt (T220A or TL11A)

- For dependent children - receipts for childcare and social insurance number

- Secure Certificate of Indian Status (if applicable)

- Canada Revenue Agency letter indicating approval of the Disability Tax Credit (if applicable)

- Letter from physician indicating you have a dependent with a physical or mental infirmity, stating when the impairment began and how long it is to last (if applicable)

- If you sold your principle residence last year, provide the Settlement Statement prepared by the later showing the details of the sale

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

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TAGS: | Tax clinic |

Bracebridge Library


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Today's hours

Closed

We're closed Friday November 06 due to The Bracebridge Library will be closed for Murder Mystery: Happily Never After.
Mon, Nov 02 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Nov 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Nov 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 06 Closed
(The Bracebridge Library will be closed for Murder Mystery: Happily Never After.)
Sat, Nov 07 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Nov 08 12:00PM to 4:00PM

About the Library

The Bracebridge Library is located within the Muskoka Lumber Community Centre at 34 Salmon Avenue. It is a state-of-the-art facility featuring a Makerspace, Recording Studio, study rooms, meeting rooms, and much more for you to explore!

If you want to see which programs you are registered for, you can do that on our website.

You can book one of the library's rooms online, too!

Whether you are registering for a program or booking a room, you need a valid Bracebridge Library card. You can renew your existing card or apply for a new one online or in person.

Upcoming Events

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Cancelled
Fri, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Bracebridge Library
Learn how to use Ancestry Library and Heritage Quest, online genealogy resources available with your library card. Learn how to maximize your search results and properly interpret the information.

Rescheduled
Fri, Nov 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
New date Friday, November 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Bracebridge Library
Bring an acoustic instrument, a shaker, or just your voice to play and sing along with classic folk and country songs.

Cancelled
Fri, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bracebridge Library
Stories and Movement is a lively toddler program featuring short stories and fun songs that get little ones dancing, moving, and enjoying books together.

Cancelled
Fri, Nov 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library
Make Harry Potter inspired crafts with your fantastical imagination! Whether you belong to the house of Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff or Ravenclaw, we celebrate the world of Hogwarts together!

Fri, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Bracebridge Library
Join us for what promises to be an unforgettable evening as we celebrate love, romance, and a happily ever after… or perhaps not.

Sat, Nov 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room
Enjoy a lazy Saturday a.m. story time with your stuffy! Pajamas welcome too! With stories, songs, and a cereal snack to get your weekend started! (Stuffies not mandatory if they prefer to stay home)

Sat, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Join local photographer and adventurer Andy Zeltkans for a travel presentation on Paddling in Muskoka. Enjoy beautiful local landscapes, stunning river routes and off the beaten path adventure tales.

Mon, Nov 09, 10:00am - 10:45am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room
Sing and play with Miss Addie!

Mon, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Simple STEM activities for preschoolers.

Mon, Nov 09, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Ever wanted to know how to create beautiful gothic style lettering? Let's dip into it! Learn how to use a dip pen, and learn a segment of a beginner blackletter alphabet!
This event is full

Mon, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Beautify your to-do list and a personal flair to cards, envelopes and notepads by designing your own stationery!

Mon, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Join in for some creative Lego play!

Tue, Nov 10, 9:30am - 10:30am
Bracebridge Library
Explore sensory experiences perfect for baby while connecting with other parents. Enjoy toys, books, music, baby ball pit, and more!

Tue, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Lyle and Margaret Cathcart Board Room
Regular meeting of the Bracebridge Library Board in the Lyle & Margaret Cathcart Boardroom, also webcast live online.

Tue, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Welcome to a fun-filled program for little homeschoolers who love stories, creativity, and learning! Join us as we read exciting books, discover new ideas, and make awesome crafts together!

Tue, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Lyle and Margaret Cathcart Board Room
Join the Youth Crew at the library and get the VOLUNTEER HOURS you need in a welcoming and dynamic environment. There is a strong focus on craft prep for upcoming events and programs. Snacks provided!

Tue, Nov 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Enjoy a relaxed, welcoming environment where young artists will learn how to create their own graphic novel!

Tue, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Draw with us every other Tuesday! Freely experiment, capture the world around you and draw silly pictures that make you happy. All levels welcome, no skill required! Supplies and snacks provided!

Cancelled
Wed, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bracebridge Library
Get ready to parachute into fun! Enjoy a story, songs, and parachute games! The parachute is ready to go, are you?! Parents may need to support children attending this program.

Wed, Nov 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Experience the individuals behind the stories. Enjoy a read aloud and craft/activity inspired by the author themselves, one of their characters, or one of their books in general.

Wed, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Bring your favorite plushy or toy to the library and paint their portrait on a mini canvas! Come for a program where you can explore your artistic side and spend time with your cuddly companion!

Wed, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Lyle and Margaret Cathcart Board Room
This children’s grief program offers a supportive environment where kids can explore their feelings and learn healthy ways to cope after the death of someone important to them.
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Wed, Nov 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Hands-on STEM fun for curious minds!

Wed, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Join guest speaker Sgt. Hannappel (retired; 28 years of service with the Canadian Forces) for a special presentation on the Cold War days, Canada's role in NATO and life in Germany.

Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room,Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Fall into fun with the Autumn Acorns Preschool Club! Leave the rustling leaves outside while you listen to an engaging story, then get creative with a hands on craft.

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Conklin Construction Media Lab
Join us once a month to explore the world of 3D design in the Media Lab across from the Makerspace. Share ideas and create your own models - all you need is your library card!
This event is full

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room,Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
A new story adventure every week! Get to know a different character or author through a fun read-aloud, then bring their world to life with a hands-on craft.

Thu, Nov 12, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Lyle and Margaret Cathcart Board Room
Join us at the library for some clay creations! This is the opportunity to enjoy playing with polymer clay and creating the things you love most!

Thu, Nov 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Cozy bookish crafts!

Thu, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Conklin Construction Media Lab
Explore 3D design every month in the Media Lab across from the Makerspace. Connect with others, share ideas, and create your own models - all you need is your library card!

Fri, Nov 13, 10:00am - 11:30am
Bracebridge Library - Conklin Construction Media Lab
Learn how to use Ancestry Library and Heritage Quest, online genealogy resources available with your library card. Learn how to maximize your search results and properly interpret the information.

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
Bring an acoustic instrument, a shaker, or just your voice to play and sing along with classic folk and country songs.

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room
Stories and Movement is a lively toddler program featuring short stories and fun songs that get little ones dancing, moving, and enjoying books together.

Fri, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bracebridge Library - Santa's Village Children's Craft Room
Make Harry Potter inspired crafts with your fantastical imagination! Whether you belong to the house of Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff or Ravenclaw, we celebrate the world of Hogwarts together!
This event is full

Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Bracebridge Library - Little Friends Story Room
Enjoy a lazy Saturday a.m. story time with your stuffy! Pajamas welcome too! With stories, songs, and a cereal snack to get your weekend started! (Stuffies not mandatory if they prefer to stay home)

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bracebridge Library - Castle Peak Retirement Residence Multipurpose Room
The award winning documentary reveals the true and forgotten story of the Ontario Farm Service Force. The Farmerettes ensured food production on many Ontario & Quebec farms between 1941-1952.