Your step-by-step roadmap to filing your first Canadian/Québec tax return and claiming all newcomer benefits.

KG Solutions – Newcomer Support & Tax Guidance

Why Newcomers Need Specialized Help ?

Moving to Canada is exciting—but Canadian tax rules can be confusing. From SIN registration to Québec credits, we guide you through each step so you don’t miss any money you’re entitled to.

  • Over 100 newcomers helped file their first tax return.

  • In-depth knowledge of federal newcomer credits (e.g., GST/HST credit, Working Income Tax Benefit) and Québec newcomer credits (e.g., Solidarity Tax Credit).

  • Personalized, bilingual service in English or Français.

Detailed Service Offerings

  • First Canadian Income Tax Return

    Complete T1 filing for the year you arrived.

    Guidance on reporting worldwide income for the first year of residency.

    Client portal tutorial to upload your documents securely.

  • Newcomer Credit Optimization

    GST/HST credit: We help you apply and maximize your benefit.

    Child Tax Benefit (CCB) application support.

    Québec Health Contribution (HCD) and Solidarity Tax Credit (CSC) assessments.

  • RRSP & TFSA Setup Advice

    Which account to open first? We walk you through financial institution options.

    Contribution room calculation—how much you can contribute in your first year.

    RRSP deduction limit estimation for tax planning.

  • Tax Planning Add-On

    Year-end tax projection (estimate your refund or balance due)

    Tax strategies to reduce your taxable income

    Tax-smart investment advice (e.g., when to trigger capital gains)

Our Procedures

  • Step 1: Book a Free Newcomer Consultation

    30-minute appointment (phone or Zoom) where we review your arrival date, previous income, and documents.

  • Step 2: Document Collection Made Easy

    Download the tax form and upload everything to our secure portal—no need to leave home.

  • Step 3: Tax Filing & Credit Application

    We prepare your T1 and apply for all eligible newcomer credits on both Federal and Québec side.

  • Step 4: Post-Filing Support & Next Steps

    Once your return is filed, we schedule a webinar invite or 15-minute follow-up call to explain your Notice of Assessment.

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Pricing & Packages for Newcomers

Basic Newcomer Package:

  • Complete First-Year T1 & TP1 Filing + Credit Assessment: $149 + taxes.

  • Includes one 30-minute follow-up call after you receive your Notice of Assessment.

Newcomer + Financial Launch Package:

  • T1 filing + TFSA/RRSP setup consultation + one-hour budgeting session: $249 + taxes.

  • Exclusive webinar access for first-year newcomers.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes, you must report worldwide income earned before February 29 of the following year. We’ll show you how to complete Schedule 1 and any foreign tax credits if applicable.

  • You may qualify if you rented or owned a home in Québec as of June 1, 2024, and meet income thresholds. We calculate your eligibility and include it on your TP-1-D-V Schedule D.

  • Your TFSA contribution room starts January 1 after you turn 18. RRSP room is based on last year’s earned income. We’ll calculate your exact limits.

  • No, but direct deposit is faster. If you don’t have one yet, we can request that CRA/Qc-Revenu send a paper cheque.

  • You may incur late-filing penalties. However, for your first year, the penalty may be waived if you have no balance owing. We’ll help you file ASAP.

Ready to File Your First Canadian Return?

Let us guide you step by step. Book a free call now.