Toronto Public Library Financial Empowerment: free counselling and tax help

You likely qualify if: Live on a low income; Individual or family; Toronto branch nearby.

Ongoing. Hours differ by branch.

Free. Never pay anyone to apply.

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What you get

Meet library staff and community partners for free financial counselling. Get help filing taxes, finding and applying for government benefits, budgeting, and managing debt. Book an appointment or drop in at a participating branch.

Who qualifies:

Live on a low income
Individual or family
Toronto branch nearby

What you need to apply:

Tax and benefit papers

Opportunity in Toronto.

Money, grants & charity Government benefits Bills

Details

How to reach them

Apply on their website.
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Where else they are

Their website is tpl.ca/.../financial-empowerment.

Good to know

For whomIndividuals and families living on a low income in Toronto.
CostFree
LanguagesEnglish
Their stepsOpen the web page and pick a participating branch (Albion, Downsview, Flemingdon Park, Malvern, Northern Elms, Riverdale or Thorncliffe). Call the branch or book online for a free appointment, or come to a drop-in session. Bring your tax and benefit papers.

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