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Many Canadians open a Tax-Free Savings Account believing it is a simple way to save and invest. What many don't realize is that accidentally contributing more than their available TFSA contribution room can trigger a penalty that continues month after month until the excess is removed.

Since 2009, more than one million Canadians have been assessed TFSA excess penalties totaling close to $1 billion.
 

For many Canadians, the issue is not intentional tax avoidance. It is a lack of awareness, delayed notification, confusing rules, or simple mistakes that can result in penalties far greater than anyone expected.
 

This movement believes Canadians deserve:
 

• Clearer information before opening a TFSA

• Better warnings before penalties accumulate

• Earlier notification when contribution limits are exceeded

• Fair administrative practices that prevent small mistakes from becoming financial disasters

• Legislative reform that protects Canadians while preserving the integrity of the TFSA program
 

This website is dedicated to educating Canadians, raising public awareness, and building a national movement for practical reforms that help prevent more Canadians from becoming TFSA penalty victims.

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Check back soon as we continue adding educational resources, research, and practical information about the TFSA excess penalty program.

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