Tax season is right around the corner, and the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program is back.
The program is a free service to help low-income individuals with simple tax situations.
The program is currently looking for volunteers in Dauphin, Neepawa, Rossburn, Russell, and Ste. Rose.
Volunteers must have basic tax knowledge and be in good standing with the Canada Revenue Agency, have a few free hours a week during March and April, and be willing to complete a criminal record check.
Jeff Sexton says volunteers are generally over 18 and want to help those who need it.
"It's a great feeling to give back to the community," said Sexton, who is a co-lead for the program. "It gives you a chance to use your knowledge or acquired skills to help people who are in need and can't afford to pay to get their taxes done."
You must have access to a secure computer and the internet.
When it comes to time committment, Sexton says you can pick up a return at a local office and complete it at your home.
"It varies on the amount of time that it takes an individual to get the returns done," ended Sexton. "We ask volunteers to pick up, complete, and bring back to the office six returns."
If you're interested in volunteering, call 578-4806. Or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
