Estx̱wáy̓usem
Finance
H&R Block Online File Upload Income Tax Returns
Phone: 604-980-4553
Email: tax_returns@squamish.net
It is a requirement of the Government of Canada that all income-earners file an annual tax return. Failure to file a return will result in the stoppage of certain payments, like HST Credit payments, Child Tax Credit payments and Old Age income supplement payments.
To ensure that Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Members receive all entitled payments, Estx̱wáy̓usem works with an external provider to coordinate the preparation of tax returns for Elders and Members receiving Income Assistance (IA).
2024 Income Tax Returns
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw and H&R Block have partnered to help with 2024 income tax returns. This service is available to Squamish People with simple returns (eg. no business or rental income). It is free for:
- Elders 55+
- Income Assistance clients
- Members with 2024 low income as defined by the Canada Revenue Agency
If you are not eligible for the free service, you will be charged a discounted price by H&R Block.
There are several ways to submit your documents. Please read below for more information (dates and times vary by location).
From March 10 to May 16, 2025, you can submit your documents at the following locations:
Squamish Nation Main Office, 320 Seymour Boulevard
Mondays – Fridays, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
H&R Block, 1754 Lonsdale Ave
7 days a week
Monday & Tuesday, 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
H&R Block, 960 Marine Drive
7 days a week
Monday & Tuesday, 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Service for Housebound Members: H&R Block can provide an at home service for Members who are homebound or have limited mobility. To request an at home visit, please call the Main Office at 604-980-4553 or email tax_returns@squamish.net. Staff will assist in arranging for an H&R Block representative to go to your home to check your ID and have you sign paperwork.
From February 28 to April 18, 2025, you can submit your documents at the following locations:
Totem Hall at 1380 Stawamus Road
Monday to Friday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
A representative will be at the Admin Room on Fridays.
Service for housebound Members: To request an at home visit, please call Patricia Brown at 604-815-9099 or email patricia_brown@squamish.net. Patricia will assist in arranging for a representative to go to your home to check your ID and have you sign paperwork.
Use the H&R Block file upload system any day from February 28 to May 16.
If eligible Members miss the end date of our services on May 16, 2025, you will need to liaise directly with H&R Block or Patricia Brown to assist with late filing.
This service is available to Members with simple income tax returns (eg. no business income or other complex situations). It is free for Elders 55+, income assistance clients, and Members with a low income as set by the Canada Revenue Agency. If you are not eligible for the free service, you will be charged a discounted price.
Step 1: submit paperwork and sign forms
Members must submit their tax slips and any documentation from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Please note that you must sign the forms when submitting documents or else your return will not be processed. If uploading online, you will be prompted to complete all the required paperwork. You cannot drop off or submit documents for someone else. Nation staff cannot accept tax documents from Members.
Step 2: wait for processing
H&R Block will contact you if any further information is needed.
Step 3: sign the release form
You will be contacted when your return is ready. You will need to sign a release form which can be done in person or via email. If you are not eligible for the free service, you will need to pay the fee by cash or debit/credit card. Payment by card can also be processed over the phone. H&R Block requires payment before they can submit your tax return to the CRA.
- T4 – Statement of Remuneration Paid
- T4A – Statement of Pension, Retirement, Annuity, and Other Income
- T4A (OAS) – Statement of Old Age Security
- T4E – Statement of Employment Insurance and Other Benefits
- T5 – Statement of Investment Income
- T5007 – Statement of Benefits
- Any other document from the Canada Revenue Agency
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