Life events and taxes
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Life events and taxes
Taxes are part of your journey.
Life moves fast: school, work, relationships, buying a home, and taking on new responsibilities.
One thing many people don’t expect is that taxes are part of that journey too. Understanding how taxes work can help you move forward.
Meet Alex and Neena
Alex and Neena are going through some of life’s biggest moments. They are:
- Starting school
- New to Canada as an international student
- First job
- Starting a small business
- Getting married
- Saving for a house
Does that sound familiar?
They are learning as they go, just like you.
We’ll guide you step by step
At each stage, we will show you how taxes fit in. We use plain language and avoid confusing terms.
A new chapter in their story is released every week on Instagram and here. So take the journey with them and follow Taxes - Canada.ca for the last word on taxes.
Disclaimer
The story and characters are fictional but inspired by common experiences. References to program and benefits offer general information and help you explore options for planning your family's future.
Starting a first career
Launching on February 2, 2026
Starting a small business
Launching on February 9, 2026
Change in marital status
Launching on February 16, 2026
Saving for the first home
Launching on February 25, 2026
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2026-01-26
Filing taxes for the first time: Meet Alex
International student and Canadian taxes