Skip the stress with free income tax-filing clinics and education workshops

Tax season has arrived and Mississauga Library is helping residents get the most out of their tax return with free income tax-filing clinics and education workshops. Each year, the library helps hundreds of residents understand the tax-filing process and file their taxes on time so they can access the benefit payments, tax credits and Old Age Security pensions they’re entitled to.

Whether you’re a newcomer, retiree, first-time filer or a seasoned tax-filer, you can attend free workshops, presented by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). These sessions offer guidance on filing your tax return and tips on how to avoid scams. If you are 18 or older, have a modest income and a simple tax return, you can book your appointment at a local library to have a trained volunteer help you through the tax-filing process.

Remember, you have until Thursday, April 30 to file your personal income taxes. Book your tax clinic appointment at mississaugalibrary.ca/taxes.

Expanded free income tax-filing clinics

This year, the library is expanding the income tax clinics to two new locations: Clarkson Library and Cooksville Library.

Eligible residents with a simple tax return and modest income can visit one of the library’s free tax clinics. Volunteers are available to help you file your return and receive your tax credits and benefit payments. Tax returns are prepared by volunteers with Chartered Professional Accountants Ontario, Halton-Peel Association, through the CRA’s Community Volunteer Income Tax Program.

Registration is available by phone or in person at one of seven participating library locations.

Tax education workshops

Free workshops hosted by Mississauga Library bring CRA experts directly to residents. Sessions explain how to complete a tax return, understand benefit eligibility and protect yourself from tax scams.

In-person workshops are available on a drop-in basis and attendance is first-come first-served. Online workshops require advance registration.

Upcoming workshops:

Tax Basics for Newcomers

Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
In-person at Hazel McCallion Central Library

Learn about benefits and credits, options for paying your taxes and ways to protect yourself from tax scams. Ages 13 and up. Registration is not required and space is limited on a first-come, first-served basis.

Doing Your Taxes

Wednesday, March 11, 2026, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
In-person at Sheridan Library

Filing your tax return doesn’t need to be difficult! Discover how to gather your information and complete your return, so you can get the benefits and credits that you’re entitled to. For first-time tax filers and anyone who needs an introduction or refresher. Registration is not required and space is limited on a first-come, first-served basis.

Tax Basics for Retirees

Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
In-person at Clarkson Library

Learn about benefits and credits, options for paying your taxes and ways to protect yourself from tax scams. Ages 55 and up. Registration is not required and space is limited on a first-come, first-served basis.

Doing Your Taxes

Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Online – Register now for the Doing Your Taxes workshop

Filing your tax return doesn’t need to be difficult! Discover how to gather your information and complete your return, so you can get the benefits and credits that you’re entitled to. For first-time tax filers and anyone who needs an introduction or refresher. Registration is required.

Tax Basics for Retirees

Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
In-person at Lorne Park Library

Learn about benefits and credits, options for paying your taxes and ways to protect yourself from tax scams. Ages 55 and up. Registration is not required and space is limited on a first-come, first-served basis.

More information

The library is committed to removing barriers and creating programs to foster learning and empower Mississauga residents. This includes developing programs like free income tax clinics and workshops to help continue supporting vulnerable residents across Mississauga.

There’s a wide range of free programming and resources available at the library to provide opportunities for residents to learn, engage and grow. Learn more about all that the library has to offer at mississaugalibrary.ca/programs.

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