EWCS hosting tax clinic for low income families

Low income tax clinics are being offered through East Wellington Community Services this year.

The tax returns are completed by a trained volunteer for individuals and families who qualify with the following income levels:

– up to $30,000 for a single person;

– up to $35,000 for one adult with child;

– up to $40,000 for a married or common-law couple;

– plus $2,500 for each additional dependent.

Residents do not qualify if the person has income: interest income over $1,000, capital gains or losses, bankruptcy or self employment, rental  business income.

Clients should bring all their slips and if available, the Notice of Assessment from the 2011 tax year.

Contact the Erin office at  519-833-9696 or Rockwood at 519-856-211 to book an appointment.

Locations are: March 6 and 20 in Erin from 5 to 8pm and April 10 and 17 in Rockwood from 5 to 8pm.

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