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Tax Deadline April 30: The Most Common CRA Mistakes Canadians Make — and How to Avoid Them

Missed deductions, wrong SINs, unreported side income — these are the errors that delay your refund, trigger CRA letters, and quietly cost Canadians millions every year. Here's your 2026 checklist With April 30 just days away, millions of Canadians are racing to pull together slips, receipts, and records before the Canada Revenue Agency's personal income tax deadline. But filing on time and filing  correctly  are two very different things. The CRA flags thousands of returns each year for errors that are entirely preventable — errors that delay refunds, generate costly reassessments, and sometimes result in penalties that linger for months. Whether you're a first-time filer, a seasoned DIY-er, or someone handing everything to an accountant, here are the 10 most common CRA mistakes Canadians make — and exactly how to avoid each one. 1. Misunderstanding the April 30 deadline The filing deadline for most Canadians is  April 30, 2026 . Miss it when you owe money, and you'll ...

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Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Salmon and Asparagus




Ingredients:

  • 1 pound salmon fillet
  • 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Place the salmon fillet in the center of the baking sheet.
  4. Arrange the asparagus around the salmon.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  6. Drizzle the mixture over the salmon and asparagus.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the asparagus is tender.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!

I hope you find this recipe helpful. Bon appĂ©tit! 

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