Important Dates – 2026 Canadian Tax Deadlines

Staying on top of tax deadlines is crucial to avoid penalties and make sure you receive all eligible benefits.

Here’s a concise guide to key Canadian tax dates for the 2025 tax year (the return you generally file in spring 2026)

• April 30, 2026: Deadline to file your 2025 personal income tax return and to pay any taxes owing.

• June 15, 2026: If you (or your spouse/common-law partner) are self-employed, your filing deadline is extended to this date — but any balance owing is still due April 30, 2026.

• March 2, 2026: Last day to contribute to an RRSP/PRPP/SPP and claim it as a deduction for the 2025 tax year.

Includes related provincial and territorial programs.

All payment dates (2026):

• January 20, 2026

• February 20, 2026

• March 20, 2026

• April 20, 2026

• May 20, 2026

• June 19, 2026

• July 20, 2026

• August 20, 2026

• September 18, 2026

• October 20, 2026

• November 20, 2026

• December 11, 2026

Includes related provincial and territorial programs.

All payment dates (2026):

• January 5, 2026

• April 2, 2026

• July 3, 2026

• October 5, 2026

Includes OEPTC, NOEC, and OSTC.

All payment dates (2026):

• January 9, 2026

• February 10, 2026

• March 10, 2026

• April 10, 2026

• May 8, 2026

• June 10, 2026

• July 10, 2026

• August 10, 2026

• September 10, 2026

• October 9, 2026

• November 10, 2026

• December 10, 2026

All payment dates (2026):

• January 12, 2026

• July 10, 2026

• October 9, 2026

All payment dates (2026):

• February 27, 2026

• May 27, 2026

• August 27, 2026

• November 27, 2026

Tips to stay organized

Set reminders: Add these dates to your calendar (phone + email reminders).

Organize documents: Keep slips (T4/T5/RRSP slips) and receipts in one folder.

Get help if needed: If you have self-employment, rentals, foreign income, or major investments, consider a tax pro.