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Tax Deadline April 30: The Most Common CRA Mistakes Canadians Make — and How to Avoid Them

Missed deductions, wrong SINs, unreported side income — these are the errors that delay your refund, trigger CRA letters, and quietly cost Canadians millions every year. Here's your 2026 checklist With April 30 just days away, millions of Canadians are racing to pull together slips, receipts, and records before the Canada Revenue Agency's personal income tax deadline. But filing on time and filing  correctly  are two very different things. The CRA flags thousands of returns each year for errors that are entirely preventable — errors that delay refunds, generate costly reassessments, and sometimes result in penalties that linger for months. Whether you're a first-time filer, a seasoned DIY-er, or someone handing everything to an accountant, here are the 10 most common CRA mistakes Canadians make — and exactly how to avoid each one. 1. Misunderstanding the April 30 deadline The filing deadline for most Canadians is  April 30, 2026 . Miss it when you owe money, and you'll ...

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Gaza Aid at Risk Amid Rafah Assault

The United Nations has raised concerns that humanitarian aid for the Gaza Strip may come to a halt within days due to the escalating ground conflict in Rafah. Israeli forces have intensified their operations, capturing key areas and disrupting vital aid corridors.

  • UN Warns of Aid Cessation: The UN cautions that the Gaza Strip’s aid could stop soon as Israeli troops advance into Rafah, a critical aid passage.
  • Rafah Under Siege: Israeli tanks have taken control of Rafah’s main road, isolating the city’s eastern part and prompting a large-scale civilian evacuation.
  • Humanitarian Crisis Looms: With supplies dwindling, UN agencies warn of a dire situation, with fuel and food stocks rapidly depleting.
  • International Tensions Rise: The conflict has led to a significant rift between Israel and the United States, with the latter blocking some military aid to Israel.

The situation in Rafah remains precarious, with residents facing constant bombardment and a lack of safe refuge. The international community watches closely as ceasefire talks have yet to yield a resolution to the hostilities.

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