United Way Perth-Huron is asking local residents to volunteer at community tax clinics for the 2026 tax season.
Director of Community Impact and Research, Kristin Crane, says the clinics help people who are struggling with the cost of living. When people file their taxes, they can receive refunds and government benefits they qualify for.
The volunteer clinics support seniors, newcomers, students, and people receiving income assistance. In 2024, the program helped file 1,780 tax returns in Huron and Perth counties, which resulted in about $4.8 million in refunds and benefits for residents.
Volunteers work with local organizations and help people with simple tax returns and low incomes. The Canada Revenue Agency supplies the training, tax software, and funds for basic supplies.
More volunteers are needed across the region, especially in South Huron, to continue running clinics and expand into more communities.
Anyone interested in volunteering can find more information at perthhuron.unitedway.ca.
