Tools and links
Welcome to our Tax Tools section. Below you will find a curated selection of practical tools, calculators, and reliable resources from government bodies and recognized organizations. These tools are designed to help you better understand your tax and financial situation, prepare your income tax returns, estimate certain costs, and navigate specific situations such as government benefits, estate settlement, self-employment, and business taxation.
The tools listed below are provided for information purposes only and do not replace personalized advice from a tax professional.
Tax Estimation and Preparation
- 2025 Tax Calculator – DT Max
Estimate your taxes payable or expected refund based on your personal situation.
https://support.drtax.ca/dtmax/fr/calculatrice/2025/default.asp - Income Tax Checklist – iA Financial Group
Practical checklist of documents and information to gather before filing your income tax return.
https://ia.ca/advice-zone/finances/quick-reference-tax
Government Benefits, Assistance and Funding
- Benefits Finder – Government of Canada
Interactive tool to identify federal benefits and programs you may be eligible for.
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/finder.html - Grants and Funding – Government of Canada
Information and tools to find federal grants, loans, and funding programs.
https://www.canada.ca/en/government/grants-funding.html - Support and Guidance Services – Revenu Québec
Free information sessions and personalized assistance to better understand your Québec tax obligations.
https://justepourtous.revenuquebec.ca/en/subjects/assistance-services
Estates and Liquidators
- Checklist for Liquidators – Québec.ca
Overview of administrative and legal steps to take following a death.
https://www.quebec.ca/en/family-and-support-for-individuals/death/what-to-do-in-the-event-of-death/checklist-of-steps-for-the-close-relatives-or-friends-and-the-liquidator/steps-to-be-taken-by-the-liquidator - Liquidator Assistance Tool – Revenu Québec
Online tool guiding estate liquidators through their Québec tax obligations.
https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/online-services/tools/questionnaire-for-succession-liquidators/
Tools for Self‑Employed Individuals and Businesses
- Vehicle Ownership Cost Calculator – CAA
Estimate the true cost of owning and operating a vehicle, including fuel, maintenance, insurance, and depreciation.
https://carcosts.caa.ca/ - GST/HST Calculator – CRA
Official calculator to determine sales tax to charge or calculate pre‑tax amounts from a total.
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/businesses/topics/gst-hst-businesses/charge-collect-which-rate/calculator.html - Payroll Deductions Online Calculator (PDOC) – CRA
Official tool to calculate federal and provincial payroll deductions (excluding Québec).
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/e-services/digital-services-businesses/payroll-deductions-online-calculator.html
Financial Planning and Tax Understanding
- Financial Goal Calculator – FCAC
Tool to help plan your budget, savings, debts, and financial goals.
https://itools-ioutils.fcac-acfc.gc.ca/FGC-COF/home-accueil-eng.aspx - CQFF Curves
Analytical tool illustrating effective marginal tax rates to better understand the real impact of taxes and benefits on disposable income.
https://cqff.com/courbes-cqff/
Guides and Educational Resources
Guide “Reduce Your Taxes” – Ordre des CPA du Québec
Digital guide outlining key tax measures, credits, and strategies to help optimize your income tax return.
https://cpaquebec.ca/fr/grand-public/dechiffrer-vos-finances/reduisez-vos-impots/
Video Series – Parler d’argent, C’PA plate!
Short educational videos explaining tax-related topics such as savings, tax credits, family taxation, and investing in clear, accessible language.
https://cpaquebec.ca/en/general-public/make-sense-of-your-finances/parler-dargent-cpa-plate/
Retirement Planning
Financial Risks Related to Retirement – Government Resource
Before and during retirement, several financial risks can significantly affect long-term financial security, including longevity risk, inflation, investment return volatility, and liquidity management.
Retraite Québec provides a clear and accessible public resource explaining these key risks and the importance of proper retirement planning.
View the resource:
For personalized guidance or questions related to your personal or business tax situation, feel free to contact Impotax.
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