Filing tax returns

[pie_vancouver]

Why don't you ask your husband how much he thinks he earned in 2016.

 

[msb]

not sure if he will know all of that
But my main concern is how will this affect my benefits?

 

[pie_vancouver]

Gst/hst credit, CCB (if you have kids), and other benefits will be affected as your status and household income changed.

 

[msb]

Ok the amount he makes is not much really
He worked jan-may 2016
Then oct-dec 2016

I will try to fig how much it comes to in Canadian funds

 

[msb]

Makes me wonder why his very small income would impact my benefits, he make just enough for himself,
Is it even worth reporting his income even? I find it ridiculous that, money i do not get, would affects my benefits.

 

[methyl]

Some info on tax implications here:
http://www.howlandtax.com/articles/nonresident-spouse.htm

 

[msb]

Some info on tax implications here:
http://www.howlandtax.com/articles/nonresident-spouse.htm

I phoned CRA last april 2016 to update my name and status and informed them my husband does not live in canada
They never told me i had to file this CB65 form this website mentions
Its very confusing. Seems CRA doesnt really care to inform people properly

 

[pie_vancouver]

No need for that form as you already called them, I changed my status in myaccount.

 

[msb]

Thanks for reminding me i will verify My Account as well