Tax Tip: Do Separated Persons in Canada File Separate Tax Returns?
TurboTax Canada
November 24, 2019 | 1 Min Read
Yes, separated persons file separate tax returns.
Overview
The Canada Revenue Agency considers you to be separated from your spouse or common-law partner if your relationship has ended, you have been living apart for at least 90 days and you have not reconciled.
You are required to notify the CRA of a change in your marital status promptly.
You might consider filing a return to claim any benefits or tax credits for which you may be eligible now that you are separated, even if you are not required to file a return.
References & Resources
Key Concepts
- Separated couple status
- Marital status taxes
- Common-law partner separated
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