(Volunteer)Tax Assistant

About Us:

The Canadian Center for Women’s Empowerment is based in Ottawa, and the only Canadian non-profit dedicated to addressing all forms of Economic Abuse and economic injustice. CCFWE combats systemic barriers faced by women experiencing Economic Abuse survivors through education, community-based research, economic and financial empowerment, policy influencing and system change. Our work applies an equity-lens to policy and is informed by evidence and lived experience of victim-survivors. Our work focuses on Economic Abuse prevention and response through meaningful community engagement. We bring violence and trauma -informed practices to inform policy systems, enabling victims, survivors, and their families to achieve economic empowerment.

Level of Commitment:

Remote: 2-5 hours per week.

Duration: Minimum 3 months commitment mandatory

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist clients in preparing and filing personal income tax returns (for simple tax situations)

• Ensure compliance with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) guidelines and Ontario tax regulations

• Maintain strict confidentiality and sensitivity when working with survivors

• Provide clear, supportive explanations of tax-related matters to clients

• Identify cases requiring professional tax assistance and refer clients as necessary

• Collaborate with CCFWE’s financial empowerment team to support clients holistically

Qualifications & Skills

• Knowledge of personal income tax filing (experience with the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) is an asset).

• Familiarity with Ontario and federal tax benefits for low-income individuals.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide compassionate assistance.

• Experience working with vulnerable populations is considered an asset.

• Ability to work independently while maintaining professionalism and discretion

• Completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check

• Willingness to complete CRA’s CVITP online training (if not already certified).

• The chance to contribute to economic justice and financial empowerment initiatives.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds, including Indigenous applicants, individuals of all genders, nationalities, and persons with disabilities. Our commitment to equity and justice is deeply embedded in our core values. If you are passionate and qualified for the role, we invite you to submit your CV to the Human Resource department via email to volunteer@ccfwe.org.