Do You Host on Airbnb? Here’s What You Need to Know About Taxes in Canada
Airbnb recently sent a reminder to all its Hosts—and if you rent out a property or room on the platform, it’s important you understand your tax obligations in Canada. Whether you’re a full-time host or just rent out occasionally, the CRA considers Airbnb income taxable.
At Dolphin Advisory, we specialize in Airbnb tax filing and make it easy for you to stay compliant, claim all your deductions, and avoid CRA penalties.
🧾 Is Airbnb Income Taxable in Canada?
Yes! The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) treats Airbnb income as business income or rental income, which means:
You must report all income earned through Airbnb, even if it was just a few nights
You can claim eligible expenses like cleaning fees, supplies, property taxes, mortgage interest, utilities, and more
If you earned over $30,000 in a 12-month period, you must register for GST/HST
📍 What Airbnb Hosts Need to File
Gross Earnings Report – Found in your Airbnb Transaction History
Expense Receipts – Cleaning, maintenance, home supplies, etc.
Breakdown of Use – If only part of your home was rented
GST/HST Info (if registered or required)
💡 CRA Tip: Airbnb Shares Host Data with the Government
Airbnb is required to report Host earnings to tax authorities. That means if you don’t report it, the CRA may still know. Avoid costly audits by filing properly the first time.
💼 How Dolphin Advisory Can Help
At Dolphin Advisory, we make it simple. We’ve helped hundreds of Canadian Airbnb hosts with:
Accurate income reporting
Maximizing deductions & expenses
Filing GST/HST (if needed)
Filing both personal and business returns
Answering CRA letters or audit requests
✅ Get Airbnb Tax Help Today
Don’t wait until the CRA comes knocking. If you received an Airbnb income email or just want peace of mind, let’s file your taxes properly — and make sure you’re not leaving money on the table.
📞 Call or Text Us: 647-521-6084
📧 Email: info@dolphinadvisory.ca
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