AI and Tech Simplify Tax Filing for First-Timers; Chatham-Kent Invests in Waste Reduction

AI-driven tools and user-friendly tax software are transforming how people complete their returns. Many online tax filing platforms use AI to analyze user inputs, identify potential errors, and offer suggestions to maximize deductions and/or credits. AI can also help flag common mistakes, such as mismatched Social Security numbers or missing forms, which can lead to delays in processing your return. Modern tax software allows you to upload documents - such as W-2s or 1099s - and automatically extract key details, saving you time and reducing the chance of errors. Some companies offer hybrid solutions that combine AI-powered software with live expert support. In related news, Chatham-Kent is investing nearly $4.3 million in capital costs and an estimated $2.2 million annually to reduce organic waste by 50% in urban settlements, as mandated by the province's food and organic waste policy. The initiative includes a backyard composter program, standardized curbside leaf and yard waste collection, and a pilot depot food waste digester. Public engagement has been ongoing since 2023.