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Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Liaison Officer service offers free confidential tax support to small businesses, self-employed individuals, and those earning rental income across Canada. It includes personalized visits, seminars, webinars, and guidance on tax obligations, bookkeeping, online CRA tools, and the Underused Housing Tax.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Personalized tax support visits.
- In-person seminars and online webinars.
- Guidance on bookkeeping, tax obligations, and common tax errors.
- Educational webinars on the Underused Housing Tax.
Official resources
Official page
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Small business owners
- Self-employed individuals
- Groups and associations
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
- Determining eligibility based on owning a small business or being self-employed
- Providing personalized support to understand tax obligations
- Offering free educational webinars on the Underused Housing Tax
- Assessment of potential benefits through the Liaison Officer service
- Feedback and satisfaction surveys from participants
How to apply
- Step 1: Choose the service type
- Request a personalized visit or organize a seminar/webinar.
- Step 2: Submit the request
- Use the Liaison Officer service request form.
- Wait for a liaison officer to call to schedule the session.
Processing and Agreement
- A liaison officer may contact the applicant to schedule the visit or webinar.
- The officer provides personalized support during the session.
- A follow-up may occur after the visit.
Additional information
Additional relevant details for applicants:
- The service is 100% confidential.
- It is available by in-person visit, phone, or online via MS Teams.
- Free webinars are also offered to groups and associations on the Underused Housing Tax.
- A follow-up may be provided after a visit.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Liaison Officer Service Program
What is the Liaison Officer Service?
The Liaison Officer service offers free confidential tax support to small businesses, self-employed individuals, and those earning rental income across Canada. It includes personalized visits, seminars, webinars, and guidance on tax obligations, bookkeeping, online CRA tools, and the Underused Housing Tax.
Who is eligible for the Liaison Officer Service program?
To be eligible for the Liaison Officer Service program, you must:
Small business owners
Self-employed individuals
Groups and associations
What expenses are eligible under Liaison Officer Service?
Personalized tax support visits.
In-person seminars and online webinars.
Guidance on bookkeeping, tax obligations, and common tax errors.
Educational webinars on the Underused Housing Tax.
Who can I contact for more information about the Liaison Officer Service?
You can contact Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Where is the Liaison Officer Service available?
The Liaison Officer Service program is available across Canada.
Is the Liaison Officer Service a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Liaison Officer Service is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the Liaison Officer Service?
Liaison Officer Service is funded by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)