Tax dates
Key dates for your 2026 taxes
The deadlines that matter most for individuals, self-employed people and small corporations. Missing a date can mean interest and penalties, so put these in your calendar.
Individuals and self-employed
| Date | What's due |
|---|---|
| March 1, 2027 | Last day to contribute to your RRSP and deduct it on your 2026 return. |
| March 15, 2027 | First quarterly tax instalment for 2027, if the CRA has asked you to pay by instalments. |
| April 30, 2027 | Personal tax filing deadline for most people. Any balance owing for 2026 is due today, including for self-employed people. |
| June 15, 2027 | Filing deadline for self-employed individuals and their spouses or common-law partners. Also the second quarterly instalment. |
| September 15, 2027 | Third quarterly tax instalment. |
| December 15, 2027 | Fourth quarterly tax instalment. |
Corporations
| Deadline | What's due |
|---|---|
| 2 or 3 months after year-end | Balance of corporate tax owing. Many small Canadian-controlled private corporations have 3 months; most other corporations have 2. |
| 6 months after year-end | T2 corporate income tax return. For a December 31, 2026 year-end, that's June 30, 2027. |
These dates are general information for the 2026 tax year. Your own deadlines can differ depending on your situation. Confirm with the Canada Revenue Agency or contact us.
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