Registration is now open for the 18th annual Newbies to Ninjas: Personal Tax course, designed specifically for newer and returning preparers who want to build confidence and accuracy in preparing T1 personal tax returns.
This three-hour pre-recorded course, led by Hugh Neilson, FCPA, FCA, TEP and Joseph Devaney, CPA, CA, helps bridge the gap between theory and real-world application. Participants learn the key T1 preparation skills every preparer needs, including:
Employment, business, investment, and rental income
Capital gains
Common deductions and credits
CRA services/support
Best practices for accuracy, efficiency, and review readiness
Each registrant will select a two-week session during which the course can be accessed on demand. This flexible format makes it easy to integrate into firm onboarding or seasonal training schedules. Every registration includes:
3.0 verifiable PD hours
Electronic course materials and reference guides
Firm resources to support consistency and efficiency across teams
Early bird discount: Save $15 when you register by January 16, 2026.
Group pricing: Firms can register additional participants for $170 each (after the first registration at $270), making it simple and cost-effective to train your team.
Complimentary moderator access: Firms that register six or more participants receive a free moderator registration, allowing a manager or partner to guide discussions and reinforce firm-specific policies during training.
For practitioners who already have a strong foundation in personal tax, we recommend our Personal Tax Update course, which provides a comprehensive 7-hour overview of the latest tax developments and legislative changes.
