Students' Association of Mount Royal University

Tax Clinic Volunteer

Volunteer Role: Tax Clinic Volunteer

Volunteer Supervisor: Volunteer & Support Centre Coordinator

Volunteer Term: February - April

Expected Hours: 2 hour shifts

Position Summary:

This is the annual free tax clinic SAMRU organizes in partnership with the CRA’s Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP). Our free tax clinic usually runs from March to April. 

The Tax Clinic Volunteers perform a variety of tasks to support the SAMRU Tax Clinic Program. This includes:

• Providing a welcoming presence and answering questions

• Preparing tax returns for clients

• Filing tax returns 

• Maintaining a clean and organized tax room

Position Requirements:

In addition to meeting and maintaining the Students’ Association of Mount Royal University’s volunteer standards, the volunteers:

• Must present a welcoming appearance and a friendly manner

• Must be dependable and punctual

• Must be courteous and personable when dealing with students and the public

• Must respect and maintain confidentiality of SAMRU and any users, volunteers, and partners

Onboarding and Training Requirements include:

• Completing the general SAMRU volunteer orientation program

• Completing the tax clinic orientation which includes the following items:

  • Tax clinic training 

  • CVITP registration 

  • REPID number registration

  • EFILE number application

Evaluation:  

• Volunteer supervisor will perform an evaluation of this role after 1-2 shifts..

Time Commitment:

• Minimum 2 hours per week (1 shift/week)