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However, for people like Jacqueline, the cost of having taxes prepared can often be out of reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since 2020, the Oshawa resident has trusted Lori Armstrong, coordinator of The Salvation Army Oshawa Temple\u2019s free Low-Income Tax Clinic, to prepare her taxes. The program, which started on March 3, runs until April 25.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cAfter several years of The Salvation Army\u2019 support, I no longer second-guess anything. Lori is really nice, and there\u2019s such open communication,\u201d Jacqueline says. \u201cWhen I give her my taxes, I don\u2019t have to worry.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Jacqueline used to feel anxious about her taxes due to negative experiences with other preparers. Now, with the clinic\u2019s help, she receives child tax credits, HST rebates, and carbon tax refunds\u2014without worry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s a giving program. It\u2019s nice to have something offered to you for free, and I am very thankful to The Salvation Army for the assistance,\u201d Jacqueline says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2024 alone, 72 tax returns were filed through The Salvation Army, resulting in an estimated $290,000 in refunds and benefits for low-income residents and families in the city. These numbers highlight just how essential the clinic has become over its 20-year history in Oshawa. This year, Lori and four certified volunteers will complete the returns using electronic filing software provided by the Canada Revenue Agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lori explains that the program continues to meet a critical need, with many new Canadians and international students accessing the service. Filing taxes can be particularly challenging for these groups due to language barriers, unfamiliarity with the Canadian tax system, and limited financial resources. The clinic is available to those earning $35,000 or less, or $45,000 for two people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cWhen individuals or families come and get their taxes done, they have a high comfort level because we\u2019re associated with The Salvation Army, so they know that we can be trusted,\u201d Lori says. \u201cOshawa\u2019s low-income population continues to grow, and this clinic helps ensure they receive the refunds and benefits they are entitled to.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Anyone looking for help with their return through the free Low-Income Tax Clinic in Oshawa can learn more and apply at <a href=\"https:\/\/saoshawa.ca\/community-services\/tax\/\">https:\/\/saoshawa.ca\/community-services\/tax\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your support of The Salvation Army ensures that vital programs and services continue for people like Jacqueline. 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