Government & Compliance templates for Canada
Browse all 44 free government & compliance legal templates for Canada. Download as PDF or Word.
Tax Forms
GST/HST Return Worksheet (Canada)
A Canadian GST/HST Return Worksheet (based on CRA Form GST34) to calculate and record net tax owing or refund for GST/HST registrants. Covers total sales, taxable supplies, input tax credits (ITCs), and instalment payments. For use with CRA My Business Account or paper filing.
GST/HST Return — Form GST34 (Canada)
File your Canadian GST/HST return to report sales tax collected, claim input tax credits, and calculate net tax payable or refund due under the Excise Tax Act.
Election Concerning the Acquisition of a Business — Form GST44 (Canada)
Joint election under s. 167 of the Excise Tax Act to exempt the sale of a business from GST/HST when substantially all assets are transferred to a registered purchaser.
Form NR4 — Statement of Amounts Paid or Credited to Non-Residents of Canada
Generate CRA Form NR4 to report Canadian-source income paid or credited to non-residents of Canada. Covers rent, royalties, pensions, dividends, interest, management fees, trust income, and RRSP/RRIF payments subject to Part XIII withholding tax under the Income Tax Act, ss. 212-218.
Request for a Business Number — Form RC1 (Canada)
Apply for a CRA Business Number (BN) and register for GST/HST, payroll, corporate tax, and import/export program accounts under the Income Tax Act and Excise Tax Act.
CRA Business Consent Form RC59 (Canada)
A Canadian CRA RC59 Business Consent form that authorizes a representative (accountant, bookkeeper, or tax preparer) to access and act on a business's CRA accounts. Covers account access levels, program accounts, and authorization scope under the Income Tax Act and Excise Tax Act.
T1 General — Income Tax and Benefit Return (Canada)
Prepare a Canadian T1 General Income Tax and Benefit Return for individuals. Covers all major income types (employment, pension, EI, investment, self-employment), deductions (RRSP, union dues, child care, moving expenses), net and taxable income calculations, federal tax brackets, non-refundable credits, and refund or balance owing. References the Income Tax Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. 1 (5th Supp.)) and CRA line numbers.
Form T1-M — Moving Expenses Deduction (Canada)
Complete CRA Form T1-M to claim moving expenses when you moved at least 40 km closer to a new work location or post-secondary school. Covers transportation, travel, temporary living, old and new residence costs, and reimbursements under the Income Tax Act, s. 62.
Authorizing or Cancelling a Representative — Form T1013 (Canada)
Authorize or cancel a representative's access to your CRA tax information under section 241(5) of the Income Tax Act. Canada's equivalent of IRS Form 2848 (Power of Attorney).
T2 — Corporation Income Tax Return (Canada)
Prepare a Canadian T2 Corporation Income Tax Return. Covers corporation identification, gross income and revenue, deductions and expenses, net income calculation, taxable income adjustments (section 112 dividends deduction, loss carry-forwards), federal tax calculation (38% base rate, 10% abatement, general rate reduction), small business deduction for CCPCs, provincial tax, and balance owing or refund. References the Income Tax Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. 1 (5th Supp.)) and CRA line numbers.
T2 Short Corporation Tax Return Worksheet (Canada)
A Canadian T2 Short Corporation Tax Return worksheet for eligible small corporations. Covers basic income calculation, Small Business Deduction (SBD), federal and provincial tax payable, and refundable dividend tax on hand (RDTOH). For Canadian-controlled private corporations (CCPCs) with simple tax situations.
Form T2125 — Statement of Business or Professional Activities (Canada)
Complete CRA Form T2125 to report self-employment income and expenses from a business or professional practice. Includes sections for business identification, income calculation, deductible expenses, motor vehicle costs, and Capital Cost Allowance (CCA) in compliance with the Income Tax Act, ss. 9-37.
Form T2200 — Declaration of Conditions of Employment (Canada)
Generate CRA Form T2200, the employer’s declaration certifying an employee’s conditions of employment for claiming employment expense deductions on their T1 return. Covers required expenses, travel, motor vehicle use, home office, commissions, and reimbursements under Income Tax Act, s. 8(10).
Form T2200S — Declaration of Conditions of Employment for Working at Home (Canada)
Generate CRA Form T2200S, the simplified employer declaration for employees who work from home. Certifies that an employee was required to work from home as a condition of employment, enabling them to claim home office expense deductions on their T1 return under Income Tax Act, ss. 8(10) and 8(13).
Form T3 — Trust Income Tax and Information Return (Canada)
Generate CRA Form T3 Trust Income Tax and Information Return for Canadian-resident trusts. Report trust income, deductions, allocations to beneficiaries, and tax payable under the Income Tax Act, Division B, Subdivision k (ss. 104-108). Covers testamentary trusts, inter vivos trusts, graduated rate estates, and qualified disability trusts.
T4 — Statement of Remuneration Paid (Canada)
Generate a CRA-compliant T4 slip — Canada’s equivalent of the U.S. W-2. Reports employment income, CPP/EI contributions, income tax deducted, RPP contributions, union dues, and other deductions. Issued by employers to employees under Income Tax Act s. 200(1) and CRA guide RC4120. Filing deadline: last day of February following the calendar year.
T4 Summary — Employer Payroll Return (Canada)
A Canadian T4 Summary worksheet for employers to aggregate all employee T4 slips and reconcile total payroll deductions. Covers total employment income, CPP contributions, EI premiums, income tax deducted, and other employer-reported amounts for submission to the CRA.
T4A — Statement of Pension, Retirement, Annuity, and Other Income (Canada)
Generate a CRA-compliant T4A slip reporting pension, retirement, annuity, self-employed commissions, fees for services, RESP income, and other payments not on a T4. Issued under Income Tax Act Regulation 200(2) and CRA guide RC4157. Filing deadline: last day of February following the calendar year.
T5 — Statement of Investment Income (Canada)
Generate a CRA-compliant T5 slip — Canada’s equivalent of the U.S. 1099-INT and 1099-DIV. Reports dividends (eligible and other than eligible), interest from bonds and other sources, foreign income, capital gains dividends, accrued income, and royalties. Issued under Income Tax Act s. 201(1) and CRA guide T4015. All amounts in CAD.
T5018 — Statement of Contract Payments (Canada)
Generate a CRA-compliant T5018 slip reporting payments to subcontractors in the construction industry — Canada’s equivalent of the U.S. 1099-NEC for construction. Reports total contract payments for construction services under Income Tax Act Regulation 238. Filing deadline: six months after the end of the reporting period.
Form T776 — Statement of Real Estate Rentals (Canada)
Report rental income and expenses to the CRA using Form T776. Covers gross rents, all deductible expenses (insurance, interest, repairs, property tax, management fees), Capital Cost Allowance (CCA), co-ownership details, and net rental income calculation under Income Tax Act s.9, 18, 20.
Form T778 — Child Care Expenses Deduction (Canada)
Claim child care expense deductions on your Canadian tax return using Form T778. Covers eligible expenses for daycare, day camps, nannies, and babysitters, with per-child annual limits ($8,000/$5,000/$11,000) and the 2/3 earned income test under Income Tax Act s.63.
Form TD1 — Personal Tax Credits Return (Canada)
Complete CRA Form TD1 to determine federal income tax deductions from your employment income. Includes basic personal amount, age amount, pension income, tuition, disability, spouse/dependant credits, and Canada caregiver amount under Income Tax Act s.118.
Form TD1-WS — Worksheet for the Personal Tax Credits Return (Canada)
Complete the TD1-WS worksheet to calculate reduced personal tax credits for Form TD1. Used when income exceeds thresholds for the age amount, spouse amount, eligible dependant amount, or Canada caregiver amount under Income Tax Act s.118.
GST/HST Registration Letter (Canada)
A letter to accompany or support a Canadian GST/HST registration application with the Canada Revenue Agency, confirming business details, expected taxable supplies, and registration type under the Excise Tax Act.
Declarations & Affidavits
Affidavit (Canada)
Create a sworn Canadian affidavit — a written statement of fact made under oath. References the Canada Evidence Act and Criminal Code s.131 (perjury penalty of up to 14 years). Includes sections for deponent information, statement of facts, and jurat (oath/affirmation). Must be sworn before a commissioner of oaths, notary public, or lawyer. Province selector for governing law.
Affidavit of Birth (Canada)
Create a Canadian Affidavit of Birth — a sworn statement attesting to a person’s birth facts when the official birth record is unavailable, incomplete, or was never registered under the applicable provincial Vital Statistics Act. References the Canada Evidence Act (R.S.C. 1985, c. C-5) and Criminal Code s. 131 (perjury). Must be sworn before a commissioner of oaths, notary public, or lawyer.
Affidavit of Death (Canada)
Create a Canadian Affidavit of Death — a sworn statement officially notifying parties of a person’s passing and the Affiant’s authority to act on behalf of the estate. References the Canada Evidence Act (R.S.C. 1985, c. C-5), provincial Vital Statistics Acts, and Criminal Code s. 131 (perjury). Must be sworn before a commissioner of oaths, notary public, or lawyer.
Affidavit of Domicile (Canada)
Create a Canadian Affidavit of Domicile — a sworn statement confirming the province or territory where a deceased person was legally domiciled at the time of death. Used for transferring securities, accounts, and property. References the Canada Evidence Act (R.S.C. 1985, c. C-5), provincial succession legislation, and Criminal Code s. 131 (perjury).
Affidavit of Gift (Canada)
Create a Canadian Affidavit of Gift — a sworn statement documenting the voluntary transfer of property or money from a Donor to a Recipient without compensation. Addresses Income Tax Act attribution rules (ss. 74.1–74.5), fair market value requirements, and Criminal Code s. 131 (perjury). Must be sworn before a commissioner of oaths, notary public, or lawyer.
Affidavit of Heirship (Canada)
Create a Canadian Affidavit of Heirship — a sworn statement identifying the legal heirs of a deceased person and the estate property. Used for intestate succession, property transfers, and unclaimed asset claims. References the Canada Evidence Act (R.S.C. 1985, c. C-5), provincial succession legislation (e.g. Ontario SLRA, BC WESA), and Criminal Code s. 131 (perjury).
Affidavit of Identity (Canada)
Create a Canadian Affidavit of Identity with our free online generator. This sworn legal document verifies a person's identity when official identification documents are unavailable, contain errors, or need supplemental confirmation. It references the Canada Evidence Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. C-5) and Criminal Code s.131 (perjury). Includes sections for personal data, identification numbers, purpose, and jurat. Must be sworn before a commissioner of oaths, notary public, or lawyer. Province selector for governing law. Download as PDF or Word.
Affidavit of Marriage (Canada)
Create a Canadian Affidavit of Marriage with our free online generator. This sworn legal document provides a written declaration confirming the marital status or marriage of two individuals under Canadian law. References the Canada Evidence Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. C-5), the Marriage (Prohibited Degrees) Act, and Criminal Code s.131. Commonly used for immigration applications to IRCC, insurance enrollment, spousal benefits, and situations where an official marriage certificate is unavailable. Download as PDF or Word.
Affidavit of Ownership (Canada)
Create a Canadian Affidavit of Ownership with our free online generator. This sworn legal document provides a written declaration confirming a person's or entity's ownership of specific property, assets, or items under Canadian law. References the Canada Evidence Act, Criminal Code s.131, and the Personal Property Security Act (PPSA). Commonly used for vehicle registration transfers, real estate matters, insurance claims, and estate distributions. Download as PDF or Word.
Affidavit of Residency (Canada)
Create a Canadian Affidavit of Residency with our free online generator. This sworn legal document provides a written declaration confirming that an individual resides at a specific address within a Canadian province or territory. References the Canada Evidence Act (R.S.C., 1985, c. C-5) and Criminal Code s.131. Commonly used for school enrollment, provincial health card applications, tax residency, and government benefit applications. Download as PDF or Word.
Affidavit of Service (Canada)
Create a Canadian Affidavit of Service to formally prove that legal documents were properly delivered to a party. Compliant with provincial Rules of Civil Procedure and the Canada Evidence Act. Includes Commissioner for Taking Affidavits acknowledgment and multiple delivery methods including Canada Post.
Small Estate Affidavit (Canada)
Create a Canadian Small Estate Affidavit with our free online generator. This sworn legal document allows heirs or beneficiaries to claim assets of a deceased person without going through formal probate when the estate value falls below the provincial threshold. References the Canada Evidence Act, Criminal Code s.131, and provincial estate legislation including Ontario's Estates Act and BC's WESA. Commonly used for bank accounts, vehicles, and personal property. Province selector for governing law. Download as PDF or Word.
Affidavit of Survivorship (Canada)
Create a Canadian Affidavit of Survivorship to transfer property title after the death of a joint tenant. Compliant with provincial Land Titles Acts and the Canada Evidence Act. Includes death certificate annex, legal description, and Commissioner for Taking Affidavits acknowledgment.
Privacy Complaint to OPC — PIPEDA (Canada)
File a privacy complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) under PIPEDA ss.11-12. Covers access denied, unauthorized collection, unauthorized disclosure, failure to correct, and breach notification complaints against private sector organizations.
Proof of Residency Letter (Canada) (Declarations)
Create a Canadian Proof of Residency Letter to confirm a tenant's address for government, financial, or institutional purposes. Includes landlord confirmation, lease agreement details, supporting evidence, and optional witness acknowledgment. Suitable for all provinces and territories.
Statutory Declaration (Canada)
Canadian statutory declaration under the Canada Evidence Act, made before a commissioner for oaths, notary public, or justice of the peace. False declaration is perjury under Criminal Code s.131-134.
Statutory Declaration of Solvency (Canada)
A Canadian Statutory Declaration of Solvency made by a director or officer of a corporation confirming that the company is solvent and able to pay its debts as they come due. Used in connection with corporate reorganizations, voluntary dissolutions, reductions of capital, share repurchases, and dividend declarations under the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA).
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