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Key tax dates for the 2026 return
Updated November 4, 2026
| Date | What is due |
|---|---|
| December 31, 2026 | Last day for 2026 donations, FHSA contributions and most tax planning moves |
| March 1, 2027 | RRSP contribution deadline for the 2026 return, and T4 and T5 slips due |
| April 30, 2027 | Personal return due, and any balance owing for everyone |
| June 15, 2027 | Return due if you or your spouse were self-employed. Payment was still due April 30 |
| March 15, June 15, September 15, December 15 | Personal instalments, if the CRA expects them from you |
Self-employed people get extra time to file, but not extra time to pay. Interest on a balance owing starts on May 1.
Business deadlines depend on your year-end. See T2 deadlines for corporations.