The income tax filing deadline is fast approaching! So here is yet another guide on filling your income tax return for free if you’re a post-secondary (university, college, etc.) student. Note that ufile.ca can be fully trusted and is certified by the Canadian government.

The Canadian Federation of Students and UFile.ca, Canada’s government certified online tax program, bring you free tax filing for all Canadian post-secondary students.

First, jot down this special Free for Students code: FAY1493

Here’s the deal:
The Canadian Federation of Students and UFile.ca, Canada’s #1 online tax preparation Web site, have joined together to provide FREE online tax preparation and filing for all Canadian post-secondary students.

How to benefit:
Go to ufile.ca from February 15 until May 1, 2006, and open a new UFile account or access an existing file. Enter all your tax information including your tuition fees and the number of months at school.

Enter the Canadian Federation of Students Free for Students special offer code (FAY1493) in UFile’s special offers gateway and your 2005 tax return is absolutely free! Print or NetFile your return whenever you are ready at no charge!

Who is eligible?
To be eligible for this special offer, you must be a resident of Canada, have tuition fees and at least one month at school in the tax year 2005. You must also be designated as the FAMILY HEAD (the primary member of the family) for purposes of your tax file in UFile.

Do I have to file my return right away?
No, you can take advantage of the offer at any time from February 15 until May 1, 2006, and file whenever you are ready. Remember, tax season ends May 1, 2006, and any returns with taxes due will be assessed penalties and interest on outstanding balances. For self-employed taxpayers, only interest charges apply up to June 15th, 2006.