Tax season is here, and we have news that might ease the stress (and save you real money).
RemitBee now offers free personal tax filing as a new feature for all users powered by the CRA-certified CloudTax. That means you can file your 2025 Canadian taxes directly in the RemitBee app, without creating separate accounts or extra passwords.
Here's what you get:
- Free filing for most tax situations
- CRA-certified filing through NETFILE
- Step-by-step guidance in plain language
- Premium upgrade is free for the first 250 users
- Automatic slip import from CRA or AI-powered upload
The feature is live now on web, iOS, and Android.
Why are we making tax filing free for newcomers?
Many immigrants pay $150-400 to third-party preparers for returns that aren't complicated a T4, some deductions, maybe self-employment income. That's money leaving your pocket every year for something you could do yourself with the right guidance.
The problem runs deeper than cost. According to Statistics Canada, approximately 3 million Canadians don't file taxes each year, and immigrants who arrived within the past 10 years are even less likely to file.
South Asian immigrants have the highest percentage of non-filers and they also happen to be RemitBee's largest customer base.
We built this feature because our users deserve better.
What happens when you don't file?
Failing to file means missing out on money the government wants to give you:
- GST/HST credit
- Canada Child Benefit
- Climate action rebates
- Provincial benefits (depending on where you live)
These programs exist to help Canadians (especially newcomers) integrate financially. However, you can't access them without filing a return even if you owe nothing.
By removing the cost barrier, RemitBee estimates the potential to generate up to $50 million in savings for users on our platform while improving tax compliance rates within newcomer communities.
How does filing work inside RemitBee?
The process takes 15-20 minutes for a straightforward return. You don't need tax expertise the system asks questions in plain language and places your answers in the right spots.
Steps
- Open RemitBee and tap tax filing in Quick Actions
- Enter basic information (name, address, SIN)
- Import your tax slips
- Answer questions about deductions and credits
- Review and submit to CRA
Importing slips
Two options for bringing in your documents:
CRA Auto-fill
Connect your CRA My Account and import T4s, T5s, RRSP slips, and other documents automatically.
AI-powered upload
Photograph or upload PDFs of your slips, and the system extracts the data.
The AI upload works well if you don't have a CRA My Account yet (common for newer residents) or have slips that haven't appeared in the CRA system.
What tax situations does the free tier cover?
The free plan handles more than you might expect we don't limit free filing to simple returns. Here’s what’s included:
- Medical expenses
- Child care expenses
- Employment income (T4)
- Foreign income reporting
- Donations and charitable giving
- Tuition credits and student loan interest
- Pension income and RRSP contributions
- Moving expenses (if you relocated for work or school)
- Self-employment income and expenses (T2125 for gig workers, freelancers, contractors)
Rental properties, investment income, and capital gains are also supported free of charge. However, for complex situations, the premium tier gives you live chat access to tax professionals who can answer specific questions.
What's included in the premium tier?
The premium plan adds human support and protection.
| Feature | Free | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Step-by-step guided filing | ✓ | ✓ |
| CRA auto-fill and AI slip upload | ✓ | ✓ |
| Self-employment (T2125) | ✓ | ✓ |
| All major tax forms and credits | ✓ | ✓ |
| File more than two returns | — | ✓ |
| Live chat with tax professionals | — | ✓ |
| Priority email support | — | ✓ |
| Audit protection | — | ✓ |
Audit protection means you get support if CRA reviews your return. Audits are rare for standard returns, but the coverage adds peace of mind for complex situations.
How can I get a premium for free?
The first 250 RemitBee users get a free upgrade to premium, including:
- Audit protection coverage
- Priority email support year-round
- CloudReceipts expense tracking app
- Live chat access to tax professionals
Once 250 users claim the offer, premium returns to regular pricing. Filing earlier improves your odds.
Who can use RemitBee Tax Filing?
The feature is available to all RemitBee users filing Canadian personal taxes.
Eligible
- RemitBee account holders (new or existing)
- Canadian residents for tax purposes
- Anyone filing a personal return (T1)
Not supported
- Non-resident returns
- Prior-year filing (2024 and earlier)
- Business taxes (corporate T2 returns)
When should I file?
NETFILE opens February 24, 2026. The deadline for most people is April 30, 2026. Self-employed individuals can file until June 15, though taxes owed are still due April 30.
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| February 24, 2026 | NETFILE opens — submit returns to CRA |
| April 30, 2026 | Filing and payment deadline |
| June 15, 2026 | Extended deadline for self-employed |
Filing early has two advantages. Firstly, the CRA processes returns faster before the April rush (so early filers typically receive refunds sooner). Also, discovering what you owe gives you more time to budget for payment.
How do I get started?
The feature is live now.
- Open RemitBee (web, iOS, or Android)
- Find tax filing in Quick Actions
- Follow the guided prompts
- Review and send to CRA
Your progress saves automatically start on your phone, finish on your laptop. For questions about accessing the feature, RemitBee support can help. For tax preparation questions (deductions, CRA rules, etc.), premium users get live chat with tax professionals.
