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Can I write off Office Stationery & Supplies in Canada?

YES

Explanation

Everyday consumable items like pens, paper, sticky notes, postage stamps, and printer toner are 100% deductible current expenses. Items that are durable and last a long time (like a high-end calculator or desk) are technically capital assets.

💡 Pro Tip

Many accountants use a 'common sense' threshold (e.g., items under $500) to expense small durable goods (like a stapler or hole punch) immediately rather than depreciating them.

Official Source: Line 8811 – Office stationery and supplies