Canadian Financial Calendar
Never miss an important financial deadline. Stay on top of tax dates, benefit payments, and investment opportunities.
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Understanding the Canadian Tax Year
Tax year runs January-December, and in April 2026 you'll file taxes for your 2025 income.
Age Milestones
Financial changes that happen automatically as you age
Age 18
- TFSA contribution room starts accumulating ($7,000/year)
- Eligible to open FHSA for first home savings
- Can file taxes independently
Age 60-70
- CPP can start anytime (65 is standard, earlier = reduced)
- Each year delayed past 65 = 8.4% more CPP for life
- Age 70 is maximum - no benefit to waiting longer
Age 65
- Old Age Security (OAS) payments begin automatically (if you applied)
- Age Amount Tax Credit becomes available (~$1,300/year tax savings)
- Eligible to split pension income with spouse for tax savings
Age 71
- Last year to contribute to RRSP (by December 31)
- Must convert RRSP to RRIF or annuity by December 31
- Must convert LIRA to LIF by December 31
- RRIF minimum withdrawals start (based on age calculation)
Set up auto-contributions
Most banks let you schedule automatic monthly transfers to your TFSA or RRSP. Set it up once and forget about it - you'll max out your room without thinking.
File taxes even with no income
Even if you earned $0, file your tax return! You need it to receive GST/HST credits, Canada Child Benefit, and to keep accumulating RRSP room.
FHSA contributions need early planning
Unlike RRSP, FHSA has NO grace period. If you want to claim the deduction on your 2026 taxes, you must contribute by December 31, 2026. Plan ahead!
Check for unclaimed benefits
Log into My CRA Account and check if you're eligible for benefits you're not receiving. Many Canadians miss out on GST/HST credits, CCB, and provincial benefits simply because they didn't know they qualified.
RESP grants are free money - don't leave it on the table
The government matches 20% of your RESP contributions up to $2,500/year (that's $500 free!) through the Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG). Contribute $2,500 each year until your child turns 17 to maximize the lifetime $7,200 grant. Low-income families get even more through the Additional CESG and Canada Learning Bond. Deadline: December 31 each year.