Is it really that complicated to claim a couple hundred dollars in miscellaneous income on your taxes? (At least here in Canada it would be a non-issue.) I'm

Is it really that complicated to claim a couple hundred dollars in miscellaneous income on your taxes? (At least here in Canada it would be a non-issue.) I'm sure applicants are welcome to turn down the pay if they feel it will be an issue for whatever reason (including current employment contract), but I can't see how that part is a negative. Certainly calling it ridiculous doesn't seem productive. I do agree that the potential of blowing your weekend is an issue that should be addressed.