CRA denies deduction to taxpayer who tried to claim auto and work-from-home expenses

As an employee, you may be able to claim a deduction on your tax return for work expenses that you aren’t reimbursed for by your employer, for instance if you use your car for work or have home office expenses . To claim the deduction, you’ll need a properly completed and signed Canada Revenue Agency Form T2200 , Declaration of Conditions of Employment, from your employer.

Typical deductible employment expenses (if unreimbursed) for salaried employees can include: allowable motor vehicle expenses, out-of-town travel expenses, parking (othe...