Guide
Gig Worker Taxes Canada: Platform-by-Platform
Platform-specific tax rules for Canadian gig workers: what to deduct, when to register for GST/HST, and how to file for Uber, DoorDash, Etsy, Airbnb, Upwork, and more.
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Multi-platform income in one place. Mileage, fuel, maintenance, and GST/HST all tracked. By tax time your T2125 is done, not started.
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Three apps. Two deposit schedules. One CRA.
Driving is the easy part. The taxes aren't. Earnings on Uber, weekly on DoorDash, surge bonuses, tips in cash, fuel receipts that fade in a week. The CRA now sees what the platforms report — your T2125 has to match. Accountly captures it as you go so you never reconstruct a year of receipts in March.
Multi-platform income, one set of books
Log earnings from Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, Skip, Uber Eats — whoever pays you. Accountly tracks each platform separately so you can reconcile against what they report to the CRA.
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Earnings tagged by platform (Uber, DoorDash, Skip, Lyft, etc.) - Tips and bonuses tracked alongside base fares
- Reconcile against platform statements at year-end
Mileage and fuel, snapped from the pump
Take a photo of the receipt. Accountly reads the amount, the date, and files it under fuel. Log your business-use kilometres for the day and the vehicle deduction calculates itself.
- Snap fuel receipts — no typing needed
- Log mileage trip by trip for a CRA-ready logbook
- Maintenance, insurance, parking, and tolls all tracked
GST/HST handled the way the CRA wants it
Rideshare drivers register from day one. Delivery drivers register at $30,000. Either way, Accountly tracks GST/HST collected and the input tax credits you can claim back on fuel, maintenance, and supplies.
- GST/HST collected on rideshare income, calculated for you
- Input tax credits captured on every business expense
- Quick Method or regular method — you decide
Deductions gig drivers actually claim
Built for gig work, not adapted from generic small-business software.
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Fuel
Every fuel receipt counts. Snap it at the pump and Accountly files it under your vehicle category.
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Maintenance & repairs
Oil changes, tires, brakes, alignments. The kilometres you drive add up — so do the costs.
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Mileage
Track business-use kilometres trip by trip. The CRA wants a logbook, not a guess.
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Phone bill
Business-use portion of your monthly phone bill. The platforms run on your phone — deduct it.
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Parking & tolls
Highway tolls, downtown parking while delivering. Small amounts, big totals over a year.
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Car washes
Yes, really. Keeping a clean car for passengers is a legitimate business expense.
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Insurance
The commercial or rideshare endorsement portion of your auto insurance is deductible.
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Phone mounts & cables
Dash mounts, chargers, hot bags for delivery, jumper cables. Gear bought for the work counts.
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Hot bags & supplies
For delivery: insulated bags, drink carriers. For rideshare: water bottles, mints, masks.
Gig driver tax guides
Platform-specific advice from people who've filed it.
Guide
Driving for Multiple Apps? Your GST/HST Threshold Combines ALL Platforms
Uber + DoorDash + Skip = one GST/HST threshold. If your combined gig income crosses $30K, you need to register.
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Accountly Team·
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Actual Expenses vs. Simplified Mileage Rate: Which Saves You More This Tax Season?
Side-by-side comparison of both CRA vehicle deduction methods with real numbers. Find out which puts more money back in your pocket.
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Guide
Tax Season Guide for Uber Eats & Delivery Drivers: Your First T2125
First time filing taxes as a delivery driver? Step-by-step T2125 guide for Uber Eats, DoorDash, and Skip drivers in Canada.
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Accountly Team·Gig driver FAQs
Does Accountly work for Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, Skip, and Uber Eats drivers?
Yes. You can track income from every platform you drive for in one place. Whether you're full-time on one platform or splitting time across four, Accountly consolidates the totals for your T2125.
How do I track mileage for rideshare and delivery?
Log business-use trips as you drive — start kilometres, end kilometres, and purpose. The CRA requires a logbook to claim vehicle expenses. Accountly stores it with the rest of your records.
When do I need to register for GST/HST as a gig driver?
Rideshare drivers (Uber, Lyft) must register for GST/HST from your first ride, with no $30,000 threshold for ride-sourcing. Delivery drivers (DoorDash, Skip, Uber Eats) only need to register once your gross income across all self-employment crosses $30,000 in any four-quarter window.
What about the T4A from gig platforms?
Canadian gig platforms now report your earnings to the CRA. Your reported income on your T2125 needs to match what the platforms reported. Accountly tracks income by platform so reconciliation is straightforward.
Can I deduct my car payment?
Not the principal payment. You can deduct interest on a car loan, lease payments (within CRA limits), and depreciation (CCA) on the business-use percentage of the vehicle. Accountly handles the categorization.
Do I file a T2125 as an Uber or DoorDash driver?
Yes. Gig drivers are self-employed for tax purposes, so you file a T2125 with your personal tax return (T1). Income from each platform goes on the same T2125 unless they're truly different businesses.
The platforms report you. Make sure your books match.
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