Canada News Centre2026-09-14T09:13:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/12/introducing-a-simplified-process-for-claiming-the-home-office-expenses-for-canadians-working-from-home-due-to-the-covid-19-pandemic.html

This year has been filled with unprecedented challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-12-15T10:35:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/12/simplifying-the-process-for-claiming-a-deduction-for-home-office-expenses-for-employees-working-from-home-due-to-covid-19.html

As a result of the unprecedented challenges due to COVID-19, many people have been working at home and using their kitchens, bedrooms and living rooms as their work space.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-06-26T09:19:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/12/consultation-on-the-simplification-of-form-t2200-declaration-of-conditions-of-employment-as-a-response-to-the-covid-19-pandemic.html

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in many Canadian employees working from home to help minimize the spread of the virus, raising questions about how salaried and commissioned employees affected by the new realities can claim work-space-in-the-home and supplies expenses, on their 2020 T1 Individual Income Tax and Benefit Return.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-12-15T10:32:16-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/12/employer-provided-benefits-and-allowances-cra-and-covid-19.html

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) recognizes that for many employers and employees, there have been changes in the way that work is being conducted.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-12-15T10:32:25-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/11/canada-revenue-agency-opens-applications-for-the-canada-emergency-rent-subsidy.html

Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan has helped to support millions of Canadian workers and businesses throughout the pandemic.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-11-23T07:56:58-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/11/canada-emergency-rent-subsidy.html

The Government is taking targeted action to support Canadians and Canadian businesses, non-profits and charities that continue to face uncertainty and economic challenges because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-11-23T08:15:50-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/10/the-government-of-canada-launches-applications-for-the-canada-recovery-benefit.html

Many people continue to feel the impacts of COVID-19 and require temporary income support.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-10-13T14:30:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/10/the-government-of-canada-launches-applications-for-the-canada-recovery-sickness-benefit-and-the-canada-recovery-caregiving-benefit.html

Many people are still being impacted by COVID-19 and require temporary income support.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-10-05T09:39:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/09/the-minister-of-national-revenue-announces-the-appointment-of-the-new-taxpayers-ombud.html

Today, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, announced the appointment of the new Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson, Mr. François Boileau, effective October 5, 2020.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-11-20T10:16:01-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/09/cyber-incidents.html

The protection of the personal information of Canadians is a priority for the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

Canada Revenue Agency2020-09-17T13:08:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/09/canada-revenue-agency-increases-flat-rate-amount-for-meal-claims-and-reasonable-amount-for-meal-benefits-and-allowances.html

Today, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, announced that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has increased the amount that employers can use to determine whether an overtime meal or allowance, or the meal portion of a travel allowance is taxable, from $17 to $23.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-06-28T15:37:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/08/canada-revenue-agency-opens-applications-for-enhanced-canada-emergency-wage-subsidy.html

The Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) was created to assist businesses affected by the COVID19 pandemic in keeping workers on their payroll or bringing back previously laid-off employees

Canada Revenue Agency2020-08-17T08:50:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/08/government-of-canada-launches-updated-canada-emergency-wage-subsidy-calculator-to-support-employers.html

The Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) helps employers who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to keep workers on their payroll or bring back previously laid-off employees.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-08-11T11:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/07/the-canada-revenue-agency-announces-an-extension-to-the-payment-deadline-and-offers-interest-relief-on-outstanding-tax-debts-during-the-covid-19-pa.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation, and is committed to supporting Canadians throughout it. The CRA understands that individuals and businesses might be dealing with difficulties in meeting their financial obligations, including paying tax debts they may have incurred prior to the crisis.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-05T10:16:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/05/benefits-payments-for-eligible-canadians-to-continue-until-fall-2020.html

Today, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue is announcing that benefit payments will continue for an additional three months for those who are not able to file their 2019 returns on time.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-05T10:15:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/05/free-tax-clinics-go-virtual.html

Free tax clinics are important to communities throughout Canada. Due to concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, many community organizations had to close, postpone, or scale back on the free tax clinics they offer.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-05-12T13:33:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/04/government-of-canada-launches-applications-for-the-canada-emergency-wage-subsidy.html

To help employers keep and re-hire workers amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government has implemented the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS).

Canada Revenue Agency2020-04-27T08:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/04/canada-emergency-wage-subsidy-application.html

To help employers through the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government has implemented the new Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS). The CEWS aims to prevent further job losses, encourage employers to re-hire workers who were laid off as a result of COVID-19, and help position businesses to resume normal operations more easily following the crisis.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-04-26T22:56:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/04/government-of-canada-launches-canada-emergency-wage-subsidy-calculator-for-employers.html

Today, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, launched the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy calculator to enable eligible employers to determine the amount they can expect to claim when applying for the wage subsidy.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-04-21T12:46:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/02/the-cra-has-not-forgottenthe-paper-filer.html

Each year almost 90% of Canadian taxpayers choose to file their personal income taxes using electronic methods.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-05T10:11:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/02/minister-lebouthillier-launches-the-cras-people-first-approach-for-tax-filing-season-2020.html

Today, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, launched the 2020 tax filing season.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-02-21T15:29:11-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/02/2020-tax-filing-season-launch.html

Over one hundred years ago, The Income Tax War Act of 1917 was introduced to fund the expenses of the First World War. At the time, the Department of Inland Revenue, which became the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), had 36 employees across the country.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-02-21T10:41:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/01/global-tax-chiefs-undertake-unprecedented-multi-country-day-of-action-to-tackle-international-tax-evasion.html

A globally coordinated day of action to put a stop to the suspected facilitation of offshore tax evasion has been undertaken this week across the United Kingdom (UK), United States (US), Canada, Australia and the Netherlands.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-01-23T09:58:21-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/12/government-kicks-off-support-of-canadian-journalism-organizations.html

A strong and independent media is essential to a well-functioning democracy. In today’s changing media landscape, Canadian news outlets need support as they evolve to meet the demands of a globalized, digital marketplace.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-12-20T15:12:38-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/12/canada-revenue-agency-releases-serving-canadians-better-consultation-report.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is listening to Canadians, changing how it works, and improving its services based on Canadians’ feedback.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-12-19T09:03:02-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/08/the-government-of-canada-announces-full-membership-of-the-advisory-committee-on-the-charitable-sector.html

The Government of Canada recognizes that charities play a key role in our society by providing valuable information and services to Canadians

Canada Revenue Agency2019-08-23T08:41:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/08/information-on-the-bulgarian-data-breach--august-7-2019.html

Following the recent data breach at the Bulgarian National Revenue Agency (BNRA), the BNRA confirmed with the CRA that a small number of Canadian taxpayers with financial accounts in Bulgaria and Bulgarian taxpayers with financial accounts in Canada have been impacted.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-08-07T16:33:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/08/minister-lebouthillier-welcomes-the-positive-vote-on-the-new-collective-agreement-between-the-canada-revenue-agency-and-the-professional-institute-.html

The Government of Canada is committed to fair and responsible collective bargaining, and respectful collaboration with federal public servants.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-08-02T09:57:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/06/the-canada-revenue-agency-thanks-all-canadians-who-provided-feedback-to-the-serving-canadians-better-consultations.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is listening to Canadians, changing how it works, and improving the services it offers.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-06-19T14:11:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/06/minister-of-national-revenue-releases-fifth-report-in-the-tax-gap-series.html

The Government of Canada committed in 2016 to calculate the tax gap, fully recognizing that it would help it better target its compliance activities and ensure a tax system that is fair to all Canadians.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-06-18T12:30:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/06/tax-gap-and-compliance-results-for-the-federal-corporate-income-tax-system.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has published a series of studies on Canada's tax gap.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-06-17T22:32:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/06/minister-of-national-revenue-welcomes-the-offshore-compliance-advisory-committees-recommendations-and-observations-on-the-agencys-response-to-the-p.html

The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, today issued the following statement: “I thank the Offshore Compliance Advisory Committee (OCAC) members for their work and invaluable input in advising me and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) on the important topic of offshore tax compliance.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-06-11T10:30:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/06/canada-revenue-agency-is-making-improvements-for-small-and-medium-businesses.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) places a special emphasis on working with stakeholders to discuss tax matters, the transformation of its services and the day-to-day management of its activities.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-06-10T09:51:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/06/one-year-in-j5-making-a-difference.html

Leaders from five international tax organizations met in Washington, DC, this week to mark the one-year anniversary of the formation of the J5 and announce the results from its first year. The meeting coincided with a global cyber training event hosted by the United States at the World Bank.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-06-05T10:55:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/06/joint-chiefs-of-global-tax-enforcement-j5-conduct-media-availability.html

J5 Chiefs to conduct media availability to announce first year results from J5 and highlight cyber training hosted by IRS-CI at the World Bank in Washington, DC.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-06-04T14:44:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/05/statement-from-the-canada-revenue-agency-regarding-the-decision-in-canada-national-revenue-v-cameco-corporation-2019-fca-67.html

The Canada Revenue Agency issued the following statement in response to the April 3, 2019 decision from the Federal Court of Appeal (FCA) that upheld the Federal Court decision (2017 FC 763)

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-05T09:48:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/05/minister-lebouthillier-marks-the-end-of-the-2019-tax-filing-season.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to improving its services to help Canadians file their income tax and benefit returns and receive the benefits and credits to which they are entitled in a timely and efficient manner.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-05-31T09:08:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/05/minister-lebouthillier-to-mark-the-wrap-up-of-the-2019-tax-filing-season-for-individuals.html

The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, and Deb Schulte, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister, will mark the wrap-up of the 2019 tax filing season with CRA employees.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-05-30T12:46:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/05/the-government-of-canada-identifies-more-than-a-billion-dollars-in-additional-taxes-in-british-columbia-and-ontario-real-estate-markets-over-the-la.html

Annual real estate audit results released with quarterly update

Canada Revenue Agency2019-05-30T09:04:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/05/government-of-canada-delivers-on-disability-advisory-committees-recommendations.html

The Government of Canada takes the needs of Canadians with disabilities seriously, and it is improving services to assist them and their families.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-05-24T10:14:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/05/the-minister-of-national-revenue-announces-expanded-service-to-help-small-businesses.html

Small businesses make significant contributions in communities across Canada and are an integral part of the Canadian economy.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-05-10T10:10:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/05/minister-lebouthillier-to-announce-an-expanded-liaison-officer-service-for-small-businesses.html

The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue will make an announcement regarding the improvement in services to small businesses with the presence of the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament for Notre-Dame-de-Grâce-Westmount, at a local business in his riding.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-05-08T17:49:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/05/government-of-canadas-statement-in-response-to-auditor-general-of-canada-report-on-the-taxation-of-e-commerce.html

Following the tabling of the 2019 Spring Reports of the Auditor General of Canada, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, and the Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, issued the following statement in response to Report 5 entitled “Taxation of E-Commerce,” which included two recommendations for the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and one recommendation for the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)

Canada Revenue Agency2019-05-07T11:17:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/04/government-of-canada-offers-taxpayer-relief-to-canadians-affected-by-flooding.html

The Government of Canada recognizes the difficulties faced by Canadians affected by recent flooding across the country and is committed to help reduce their burden.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-04-26T12:59:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/04/canada-revenue-agency-launches-public-consultations-as-part-of-its-commitment-to-improve-service.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is listening to Canadians, changing how it works, and improving the services it offers.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-04-23T14:56:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/04/external-consultations.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is listening to Canadians, changing how it works, and improving its services with the goal to be trusted, fair and helpful by putting people first.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-04-23T14:57:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/04/minister-lebouthillier-to-discuss-clean-economy-and-budget-2019-in-chandler.html

The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue and Member of Parliament for Gaspésie–Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine, will make an announcement to highlight the Government of Canada’s investments in zero-emission vehicles, the environment and innovation on behalf of the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Marc Garneau.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-04-17T12:01:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/04/an-innovative-federal-program-that-makes-it-more-affordable-for-young-canadians-to-buy-their-first-home.html

Our Government strongly believes that all Canadians should have access to safe and affordable housing. That is why we are introducing an innovative tool under Canada’s first ever National Housing Strategy.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-04-15T15:49:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/04/the-honourable-diane-lebouthillier-minister-of-national-revenue-to-discuss-new-measures-to-make-home-ownership-more-affordable-for-first-time-home-.html

The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, will participate in an announcement with the presence of the mayor of Mirabel, Mr. Jean Bouchard, where she will highlight new measures to make home ownership more affordable for first-time home buyers and Budget 2019.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-04-15T14:51:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/03/making-it-easier-for-northern-residents-to-claim-lowest-return-airfare.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is responding to the challenges northern residents face in meeting their tax obligations.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-03-18T11:59:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/03/the-government-of-canada-delivers-on-its-commitment-to-modernize-the-rules-governing-the-charitable-sector.html

Charities play a key role in our society and provide valuable services to Canadians, including the most vulnerable, and the Government of Canada recognizes the vast experience they bring to our public debate.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-03-07T15:52:48-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/02/backgrounder--2019-tax-filing-season.html

Starting on February 18, 2019, Canadians can file their income tax and benefit returns online, on paper, or by telephone (for those who qualify).

Canada Revenue Agency2019-02-19T10:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/02/the-canada-revenue-agency-launches-the-2019-tax-filing-season.html

Today, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, announced that the 2019 tax filing season is officially open. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has now begun processing income tax and benefit returns filed by Canadians in the way that is most convenient for them. Canadians can file their income tax and benefit returns online, on paper, or by telephone for those who qualify.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-05T09:39:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/02/canada-revenue-agency-officials-to-provide-media-briefing-on-the-2019-t1-filing-season.html

On Tuesday, February 19th, 2019, CRA Deputy Assistant Commissioner Gillian Pranke, along with officials from the Canada Revenue Agency will hold a for-attribution media briefing on the 2019 T1 filing season.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-02-18T07:57:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/02/cras-northern-service-centres.html

CRA employees based in the Northern Service Centres will provide a year-round presence to support individuals and businesses in the Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-15T09:12:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/02/minister-lebouthillier-opens-three-canada-revenue-agency-northern-service-centres.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) takes pride in serving millions of Canadians each and every year, from coast to coast to coast.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-15T09:14:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/02/minister-lebouthillier-opens-canada-revenue-agency-northern-service-centre-in-yellowknife.html

On Monday, February 11, 2019, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, and Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for Northwest Territories, will participate in an event to mark the official opening of the Canada Revenue Agency Northern Service Centre in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-02-07T16:11:59-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/02/mp-larry-bagnell-opens-canada-revenue-agency-northern-service-centre-in-whitehorse.html

On Monday, February 11, 2019, Larry Bagnell, Member of Parliament for Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, will participate in an event to mark the official opening of the Canada Revenue Agency Northern Service Centre in Whitehorse, Yukon.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-02-07T16:05:10-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/02/parliamentary-secretary-deb-schulte-opens-canada-revenue-agency-northern-service-centre-in-iqaluit.html

On Monday, February 11, 2019, Deb Schulte, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Revenue, will participate in an event to mark the official opening of the Canada Revenue Agency Northern Service Centre in Iqaluit, Nunavut.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-02-08T09:27:57-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/02/government-of-canada-announces-construction-of-new-federal-building-in-shawinigan.html

On behalf of the Government of Canada, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities and Member of Parliament for Saint-Maurice–Champlain, and Steven MacKinnon, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Accessibility, announced today the construction of a new building on the current site of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) National Verification and Collections Centre (NVCC) in Shawinigan.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-02-04T08:00:04-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2019/02/ministers-lebouthillier-and-champagne-to-announce-real-estate-investment-in-the-city-of-shawinigan.html

Shawinigan, Quebec, February 1, 2019 – The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, and the Honourable François Philippe Champagne, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, also Member of Parliament for Saint-Maurice–Champlain, accompanied by Steven MacKinnon, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Accessibility, will be making an announcement regarding a Government of Canada real estate investment in the City of Shawinigan in the Mauricie region.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-02-01T13:56:16-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2018/09/digital-service-collaboration-plan-between-the-cra-and-tax-filer-empowerment-canada.html

The CRA and Tax-filer Empowerment Canada (TFEC), an association of Canada’s leading tax preparation and software firms, have signed a joint digital service improvement plan to improve services for Canadians.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-11-04T12:06:56-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2018/08/minister-lebouthillier-announces-the-opening-of-three-canada-revenue-agency-northern-service-centres.html

The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that all Canadians, regardless of where they live, have access to Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) services.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-10-09T14:06:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2018/07/statement-by-the-minister-of-national-revenue-on-canadas-successful-first-exchange-of-the-country-by-country-reporting-initiative.html

The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, today issued the following statement on Canada’s successful first round of exchanges of Country-by-Country reports.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-11-12T11:03:38-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2018/03/havent-done-your-taxes-yet-heres-what-you-need-to-know.html

This year, as a result of a number of new services that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has put in place, it has never been simpler and quicker to prepare an income tax return. Canadians have only a few more weeks to file their return.

Canada Revenue Agency2018-03-27T16:33:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/08/minister_lebouthillierannouncesnewchairandboardmemberofthecanada.html

The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, today announced the appointment of Suzanne Gouin, MBA, ICD.D, to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Board of Management as Chair.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-10-10T11:31:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/06/minister_lebouthillierannouncesimprovementsatthecratobetterserve.html

The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring tax fairness for all Canadians, and recognizes the importance of small and medium businesses in creating jobs and growing the economy. This is why it made a commitment to overhaul its service model so that people who interact with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) feel like valued clients, not just taxpayers.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-10-10T11:56:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/06/the_government_ofcanadacracksdownontaxcheatinginrealestatetransa.html

The Government of Canada recognizes the importance of ensuring a healthy, competitive, and stable housing market for all Canadians, while also working to improve tax fairness. To that end, the Government of Canada has taken significant steps to address tax cheating in real estate transactions.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-10-10T10:25:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/06/minister_lebouthillierannouncesconsultationsonchangestothevolunt.html

Canadians work hard, pay their share of taxes and expect a tax system that is responsive and fair. Unfortunately, some wealthy Canadians continue to find ways to not pay what they owe, which places an unfair burden on Canadians. This situation has to change. That is why the Government of Canada is cracking down on tax cheats.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-10-10T12:29:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/06/minister_lebouthillierreleasesastudyonindividualincometaxgapinca.html

Canadians work hard for their money, pay their fair share of taxes and expect a tax system that is responsive and impartial.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-10-10T09:54:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/06/minister_lebouthillierupdatescanadiansonthegovernmentsprogressto.html

Hard-working Canadians pay taxes and in return, expect a tax system that is fair and where everyone pays their share.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-10-10T10:20:54-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/05/a_record_number_ofcanadiansareusingthecanadarevenueagencysonline.html

The Government of Canada is committed to improving services to Canadians and making sure the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is more helpful and easier to use.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-10-10T10:04:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/05/government_of_canadaofferstaxpayerrelieftocanadiansaffectedbyflo.html

The Government of Canada recognizes the difficulties faced by Canadians affected by recent flooding across the country, particularly in Quebec and Ontario, and is committed to help reduce their burden.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-10-10T09:56:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/05/minister_lebouthillierwelcomesthepanelreportonthepublicconsultat.html

Charities play a key role in Canadian society and provide valuable services to Canadians. The Government of Canada recognizes the vast experience they bring to public debate and to the formulation of public policy.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-10-09T13:35:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/03/minister_lebouthillierhighlightsnewin-personsupportoptionsforsma.html

The Government of Canada recognizes the important role of small businesses in creating jobs and supporting the economy.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-10-10T11:34:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/03/minister_lebouthillierconcludesvisittowesternprovinceswithstopat.html

The Government of Canada is committed to improving its service model and making it more client-focused to ensure tax fairness for the middle class. Canadians who interact with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) must be treated as important clients and not simply as taxpayers.

Canada Revenue Agency2017-03-18T17:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/03/minister_lebouthillieremphasizesservicetocanadianswhiletouringbr.html

The Government of Canada is committed to improving its service model and making it more client-focused to ensure tax fairness for the middle class. Canadians who interact with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) must be treated as important clients and not simply as taxpayers.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-10-10T12:25:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/03/minister_lebouthilliertouringsaskatchewantohighlightgovernmentof.html

The Government of Canada recognizes the important role of small and medium size businesses in creating jobs and supporting the economy.

Canada Revenue Agency2017-03-14T14:54:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/03/the_government_ofcanadalaunchesnewjointinitiativetohelpcanadians.html

The Government of Canada is committed to offering electronic services to Canadians so that they can quickly and easily access their information and complete their online transactions.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-10-10T11:54:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/03/statement_from_thehonourabledianelebouthillierministerofnational.html

The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, delivered the following statement to update Canadians on the important efforts and progress made by the Government of Canada to crack down on tax cheats and ensure a tax system that is fair and responsive for all Canadians.

Canada Revenue Agency2019-10-10T12:45:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/12/tax-gap-for-federal-excise-duty-on-cigarettes-and-payment-tax-gap-reports.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has published a series of studies on Canada's tax gap.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-12-17T10:09:34-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/12/minister-of-national-revenue-publishes-two-new-reports-in-the-tax-gap-series.html

Today, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, announced the release of two new tax gap reports on federal excise duty on cigarettes and the payment gap.

Canada Revenue Agency2020-12-17T10:09:17-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2020/12/canada-revenue-agency-launches-the-canada-emergency-wage-subsidy-registry.html

To protect Canadians’ jobs and support businesses throughout the pandemic, the Government of Canada introduced the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS).

Canada Revenue Agency2020-12-21T15:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/01/new-support-for-organizations-hosting-free-tax-clinics.html

The Canada Revenue Agency recognizes the value of free tax clinics that help Canadians do their taxes so they can get the benefit and credits they are entitled to. We also know the costs of running these clinics can be a challenge for organizations who want to participate.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-01-07T09:46:02-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/01/canada-revenue-agency-to-begin-issuing-t4as-to-covid-19-emergency-and-recovery-benefit-recipients.html

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada rolled out measures to support Canadians through this public health crisis.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-01-11T18:34:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/01/the-canada-revenue-agency-is-acting-to-improve-service-to-canadians-this-tax-filing-season.html

To get ready for a tax filing season like no other, we’ve introduced a number of measures to help taxpayers get the tax and benefit information they need.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-01-31T09:30:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/02/government-of-canada-announces-targeted-interest-relief-on-2020-income-tax-debt-for-low--and-middle-income-canadians.html

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada has provided urgently-needed income support to millions of Canadians, which has helped them put food on the table and keep a roof over their heads during this crisis. The federal government is committed to continuing to support Canadians throughout this crisis.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-02-09T15:11:04-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/02/the-canada-revenue-agency-is-here-to-help-canadians-through-a-tax-season-like-no-other.html

Over the past year, Canadians have faced challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic and many have had to adapt to changes at work and at home.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-02-22T10:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/02/statement-by-the-minister-of-national-revenue-the-honourable-diane-lebouthillier-on-the-auditor-general-of-canadas-performance-audit-of-the-canada-.html

Following the tabling of the 2021 Winter Reports of the Auditor General of Canada (OAG), the Minister of National Revenue, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, issued the following statement in response to the report entitled, "Canada Child Benefit - Canada Revenue Agency," which included two recommendations for the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA): “The Canada child benefit (CCB) has a major impact on the lives of middle-class Canadians, helping over 3.3 million families with the cost of raising children under 18 years of age.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-05T10:18:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/03/accounts-locked-on-february-16.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to protecting the personal and tax information of Canadians.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-03-12T20:54:45-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/03/statement-by-the-minister-of-national-revenue-the-honourable-diane-lebouthillier-on-the-auditor-general-of-canada-oags-performance-audit-of-the-can.html

Following the tabling of the 2021 performance audit of the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) by the Office of the Auditor General (OAG) of Canada, the Minister of National Revenue, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier issued the following statement in response to the report entitled, "Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy," which included three recommendations for the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA):

Canada Revenue Agency2021-03-25T15:17:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/03/the-minister-of-national-revenue-announces-the-reappointment-of-the-chair-of-the-canada-revenue-agencys-board-of-management.html

The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, today announced that Ms. Suzanne Gouin, MBA, ICD.D, has been reappointed Chair of the Canada Revenue Agency’s (CRA) Board of Management for a five-year term.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-03-31T16:30:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/04/the-government-of-canada-welcomes-the-recent-publication-of-the-disability-advisory-committees-second-annual-report-and-restates-its-support-for-ca.html

Today, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, released the Government's response to the second annual report of the Disability Advisory Committee (Committee).

Canada Revenue Agency2021-04-09T09:02:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/04/statement-by-the-minister-of-national-revenue-the-honourable-diane-lebouthillier-for-national-volunteer-week.html

The Minister of National Revenue, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, issued the following statement during National Volunteer Week 2021

Canada Revenue Agency2021-04-18T12:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/04/readout-minister-diane-lebouthillier-met-with-femmessor--april-27-2021.html

Today, the Minister of National Revenue Diane Lebouthillier met with female entrepreneurs and leaders at an event hosted by Femmessor in Gaspésie to discuss how the Government of Canada is investing in a sustainable, inclusive, feminist and resilient economy.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-04-27T15:45:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/05/three-good-reasons-to-file-your-tax-return--even-though-the-deadline-has-already-passed.html

While the April 30, 2021 deadline for individuals to file their 2020 tax return has come and gone, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) would like to remind Canadians that it’s still possible to file a return, and that there are several good reasons to do so.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-05-05T10:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/05/ccb-young-child-supplement-2021.html

In the November 2020 Fall Economic Statement, the Government of Canada proposed an additional supplement be offered to families entitled to the Canada child benefit (CCB) with children under the age of six for the year 2021 to provide relief during Canada’s recovery from COVID-19.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-05-12T11:19:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/05/up-to-1200-more-per-child-for-16-million-families-across-canada.html

In the first four years since its implementation, the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) has helped lift nearly 435,000 children out of poverty.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-05-12T11:18:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/05/government-of-canada-to-reimburse-self-employed-workers-who-repaid-the-cerb.html

Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada has introduced historic measures to support Canadians, including the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB).

Canada Revenue Agency2021-05-27T12:31:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/06/the-government-of-canada-launches-online-calculator-to-help-businesses-apply-for-the-new-canada-recovery-hiring-program.html

The Government of Canada remains committed to supporting Canadian businesses in the face of the ongoing pandemic.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-06-30T07:24:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/06/some-foreign-based-digital-economy-businesses-will-begin-charging-gsthst-on-july-1-2021.html

Many mobile apps, online video streaming services and other digital platform-based products that Canadians enjoy are sold by businesses beyond our borders.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-06-30T15:16:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2018/04/service-improvements-are-benefiting-millions-of-canadians-this-tax-season.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to improving its services to help Canadians file their income tax and benefit return and receive the benefits and credits they are entitled to in a timely and efficient manner.

Canada Revenue Agency2018-04-27T14:39:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/12/covid-19-recovery-programs-continue-to-provide-support-to-canadian-businesses-and-organizations.html

The Government of Canada remains committed to supporting Canadian businesses and organizations in the face of the ongoing pandemic.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-12-21T15:50:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/12/the-government-of-canada-launches-applications-for-the-expanded-canada-worker-lockdown-benefit.html

The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Canadian workers, businesses and service providers through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-01-06T11:26:38-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2021/12/canada-worker-lockdown-benefit.html

From the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada has put Canadians first, providing them with the support they need to stay safe and healthy.

Canada Revenue Agency2021-12-30T16:16:37-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/01/the-canada-revenue-agency-is-recruiting-candidates-in-several-regions.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) seeks to fill several customer service positions of various levels. It is no longer necessary to live in a city where there is a CRA office; working remotely makes it possible to obtain interesting positions everywhere in Quebec.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-01-06T11:43:19-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/02/another-unique-tax-filing-season-opens-today.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has officially opened tax-filing season, meaning that Canadians can now file their 2021 income tax and benefit returns online.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-02-21T07:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/02/prince-edward-island-tax-filing-season-starts-today.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to making sure residents of Prince Edward Island get the benefits and credits they are entitled to.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-02-21T08:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/02/newfoundland-and-labrador-tax-filing-season-starts-today.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to making sure residents of Newfoundland and Labrador get the benefits and credits they are entitled to.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-02-21T08:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/02/new-brunswick-tax-filing-season-starts-today.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to making sure residents of New Brunswick get the benefits and credits they are entitled to.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-02-21T09:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/02/nova-scotia-tax-filing-season-starts-today.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to making sure residents of Nova Scotia get the benefits and credits they are entitled to.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-02-21T09:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/02/tax-filing-season-starts-today-in-canada.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to making sure residents of Quebec get the benefits and credits they are entitled to.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-02-21T10:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/02/ontario-tax-filing-season-starts-today.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to making sure residents of Ontario get the benefits and credits they are entitled to.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-02-21T11:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/02/manitoba-tax-filing-season-starts-today.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to making sure residents of Manitoba get the benefits and credits they are entitled to.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-02-21T12:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/02/saskatchewan-tax-filing-season-starts-today.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to making sure residents of Saskatchewan get the benefits and credits they are entitled to.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-02-21T13:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/02/yukon-nunavut-and-the-northwest-territories-tax-filing-season-starts-today.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to making sure residents of Yukon, Nunavut, and the Northwest Territories get the benefits and credits they are entitled to.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-02-21T14:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/02/alberta-tax-filing-season-starts-today.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to making sure residents of Alberta get the benefits and credits they are entitled to.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-02-21T15:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/02/british-columbia-tax-filing-season-starts-today.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to making sure residents of British Columbia get the benefits and credits they are entitled to.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-02-21T16:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/03/canada-revenue-agency-teleworking-positions-available-outside-quebec-major-centers.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) seeks to fill several bilingual customer service positions in its call centers for terms of up to 2 years.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-03-23T12:33:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/04/new-members-appointed-to-the-advisory-committee-on-the-charitable-sector.html

Charities play a key role in our society by providing valuable information and services to Canadians, with a particular focus on the most vulnerable.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-04-05T15:25:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/05/update-on-the-government-of-canada-issuing-debt-notification-to-ineligible-canada-emergency-response-benefit-recipients.html

The quick and decisive actions taken by the Government of Canada to provide income support through the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) helped more than 8 million workers and their families stay afloat, and millions more through the Canada Recovery Benefit (CRB) that followed.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-05-10T14:58:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/06/minister-of-national-revenue-publishes-canadas-first-overall-tax-gap-report.html

Today, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, is building on her commitment to study Canada’s tax gap by publishing Canada’s first overall tax gap report.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-06-28T07:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/06/overall-federal-tax-gap-report-and-tax-gap-methodological-annex.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has published a series of reports on Canada's tax gap.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-06-28T07:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/09/minister_lebouthillierannouncesthecanadarevenueagencysreturntoyu.html

The Government of Canada is committed to making the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) fairer and more useful and to making it easier for clients to access its services.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-03T13:00:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/11/statement_by_thecanadarevenueagency-offshorefinancialstructures.html

In the wake of renewed media attention concerning offshore financial structures, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is delivering the following statement to inform Canadians on the work and progress being made to combat tax evasion and tax avoidance.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-05T08:53:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/09/minister_lebouthilliershareswithcanadiansthelatestresultsofcrack.html

Canadians work hard to support their families and to pay their taxes. They also expect their Government to work hard on their behalf to ensure a tax system that is responsive, fair and where everyone pays their share.

Canada Revenue Agency2017-09-07T11:59:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2018/02/minister_lebouthillierstrengthensinternationalpartnershipstofigh.html

Strengthening tax fairness by working with international partners to crack down on tax evasion and aggressive tax avoidance is a key commitment for the Government of Canada and will help to ensure that the tax system is fair for all Canadians.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-05T09:04:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/12/minister_lebouthillierannouncestighteningofthevoluntarydisclosur.html

Canadians work hard and expect their Government to do the same to ensure a tax system that is equitable, where everyone pays their fair share. The Canada Revenue Agency’s (CRA) Voluntary Disclosures Program (VDP) is a way for taxpayers to correct errors in their tax affairs. However, this program has been used by certain wealthy individuals and corporations as a way to avoid the consequences of their aggressive tax planning.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-05T09:01:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2018/02/minister_of_nationalrevenuewelcomesfavourablytheoffshorecomplian.html

The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, today issued the following statement

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-05T09:12:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2018/02/minister_lebouthilliertotraveltofrancetomeetwiththecrasinternati.html

The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that the tax system is fair to all Canadians. To that end, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is working with its international partners to combat offshore tax evasion and aggressive tax avoidance by enhancing information sharing and refining its practices.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-05T09:06:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2018/02/the_canada_revenueagencyislaunchingthe2018taxfilingseason.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is continuously working to improve its services to make it easier for Canadians to file their tax returns and access the credits and benefits to which they are entitled.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-15T09:07:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2018/05/government-of-canada-offers-taxpayer-relief-to-canadians-affected-by-flooding.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) understands that natural disasters cause hardship for Canadians whose primary concerns in such times are for their families, homes and communities.

Canada Revenue Agency2018-05-24T11:00:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/08/approximately-14-billion-in-uncashed-cheques-is-sitting-in-the-canada-revenue-agencys-coffers.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has approximately $1.4 billion in cheques that have gone uncashed over the years.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-05T14:44:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2018/02/the_government_ofcanadaislaunchingatellusonceapproachforonlinedi.html

The Government of Canada continues to work to provide Canadians with high-quality service that will help them manage their tax and benefits online, anytime and anywhere. It will now be easier for Canadians to update and share their direct deposit banking information quickly and safely between the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), and Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).

Canada Revenue Agency2018-02-14T09:46:03-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/08/new-members-appointed-to-the-advisory-committee-for-persons-with-disabilities.html

Today, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, announced the appointment of six new members to the Disability Advisory Committee (DAC).

Canada Revenue Agency2022-08-30T08:07:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/10/minister-of-national-revenue-announces-more-support-for-organizations-that-help-improve-access-to-benefits-and-credits.html

Whether it’s the Canada Child Benefit, the GST/HST credit, or the Climate Action Incentive, benefits and credits continue to be central to helping Canadians with the cost of living by making life more affordable.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-10-13T15:02:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/10/new-members-appointed-to-the-advisory-committee-on-the-charitable-sector.html

Today, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, announced the updated membership for the Advisory Committee on the Charitable Sector (ACCS).

Canada Revenue Agency2022-10-26T07:44:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/11/minister-of-national-revenue-announces-the-participation-of-nunavut-and-ontario-in-the-organ-and-tissue-donation-service-offering.html

Since the unanimous adoption of Bill C-210, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has been working with provinces and territories so that Canadians can indicate their desire to receive information about becoming an organ and tissue donor from their provincial or territorial government.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-11-18T14:05:27-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/11/applications-for-the-new-canada-dental-benefit-are-now-open.html

Seeing a dental care professional is important not only for oral health, but for overall health.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-11-30T16:35:14-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/12/canada-revenue-agencys-disability-advisory-committee-submits-10-recommendations-in-its-third-annual-report.html

The Canada Revenue Agency’s (CRA) Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) released its 2022 annual report today.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-12-02T13:19:14-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/12/the-government-of-canada-launches-formal-consultations-to-streamline-reporting-of-payroll-information.html

The Government of Canada is committed to refining the way it delivers programs and services to Canadians and modernizing how businesses provide payroll information to the federal government, while protecting their personal information.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-12-05T10:43:28-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/12/statement-by-the-minister-of-national-revenue-the-honourable-diane-lebouthillier-and-minister-and-of-employment-workforce-development-and-disabilit.html

Following the tabling of the 2022 Fall Reports of the Auditor General of Canada, the Minister of National Revenue, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier and the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, the Honourable Carla Qualtrough issued the following statement in response to the report entitled "Office of the Auditor General Performance Audit of COVID-19 Benefits", which included recommendations for Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

Canada Revenue Agency2022-12-06T12:13:19-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2022/12/the-application-portal-for-the-one-time-top-up-to-the-canada-housing-benefit-is-now-open.html

For many Canadians, rising inflation and the high cost of living have made it even more challenging to find a safe and affordable place to call home.

Canada Revenue Agency2022-12-12T10:15:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/01/update-on-collective-bargaining.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) values the important role its employees play from across the country in delivering services to Canadians.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-01-13T12:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/02/whats-new-and-what-to-remember-when-filing-your-taxes-in-manitoba-this-year.html

Tax season is upon Manitoba residents and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is getting ready to answer questions from taxpayers and make it easier and quicker for them to file their 2022 income tax and benefit return.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-02-12T14:29:58-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/02/whats-new-and-what-to-remember-when-filing-your-taxes-in-saskatchewan-this-year.html

Tax season is upon Saskatchewan residents and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is getting ready to answer questions from taxpayers and make it easier and quicker for them to file their 2022 income tax and benefit return.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-02-12T15:47:40-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/02/whats-new-and-what-to-remember-when-filing-your-taxes-in-alberta-this-year.html

Tax season is upon Alberta residents and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is getting ready to answer questions from taxpayers and make it easier and quicker for them to file their 2022 income tax and benefit return.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-02-12T12:45:34-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/02/whats-new-and-what-to-remember-when-filing-your-taxes-in-british-columbia-this-year.html

Tax season is upon British Columbia residents and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is getting ready to answer questions from taxpayers and make it easier and quicker for them to file their 2022 income tax and benefit return.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-02-12T16:49:12-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/02/whats-new-and-what-to-remember-when-filing-your-taxes-in-yukon-nunavut-and-the-northwest-territories-this-year.html

Tax season is upon the Yukon, Nunavut, and the Northwest Territories residents and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is getting ready to answer questions from taxpayers and make it easier and quicker for them to file their 2022 income tax and benefit return.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-02-12T18:54:08-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/02/whats-new-and-what-to-remember-when-filing-your-taxes-in-nova-scotia-this-year.html

Tax season is upon Nova Scotia residents and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is getting ready to answer questions from taxpayers and make it easier and quicker for them to file their 2022 income tax and benefit return.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-02-13T11:51:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/02/whats-new-and-what-to-remember-when-filing-your-taxes-in-prince-edward-island-this-year.html

Tax season is upon Prince Edward Island residents and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is getting ready to answer questions from taxpayers and make it easier and quicker for them to file their 2022 income tax and benefit return.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-02-13T12:09:30-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/02/whats-new-and-what-to-remember-when-filing-your-taxes-in-new-brunswick-this-year.html

Tax season is upon New Brunswick residents and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is getting ready to answer questions from taxpayers and make it easier and quicker for them to file their 2022 income tax and benefit return.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-02-13T12:28:14-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/02/whats-new-and-what-to-consider-when-filing-your-taxes-in-quebec-this-year.html

Tax season is upon Quebec residents and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is getting ready to answer questions from taxpayers and make it easier and quicker for them to file their 2022 income tax and benefit return.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-02-21T14:29:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/02/whats-new-and-what-to-remember-when-filing-your-taxes-in-newfoundland-and-labrador-this-year.html

Tax season is upon Newfoundland and Labrador residents and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is getting ready to answer questions from taxpayers and make it easier and quicker for them to file their 2022 income tax and benefit return.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-02-13T11:48:21-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/02/whats-new-and-what-to-remember-when-filing-your-taxes-in-ontario-this-year.html

Tax season is upon Ontario residents and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is getting ready to answer questions from taxpayers and make it easier and quicker for them to file their 2022 income tax and benefit return.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-02-14T10:07:10-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/02/the-canada-revenue-agency-kicks-off-the-2023-tax-filing-season-canadians-need-to-file-their-returns-before-may-1.html

Tax season has officially kicked off and many Canadians will turn to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for guidance

Canada Revenue Agency2023-02-20T10:30:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/03/cra-commissioner-bob-hamiltons-response-to-the-national-security-and-intelligence-review-agency-nsira.html

Thank you for your letter of March 8, 2023, advising of the National Security and Intelligence Review Agency (NSIRA)’s intent to initiate a review of national security activities conducted by the Review and Analysis Division (RAD) of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

Canada Revenue Agency2023-03-14T10:22:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/03/statement-by-the-honourable-diane-lebouthillier-minister-of-national-revenue-in-response-to-the-national-security-and-intelligence-review-agency-re.html

The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, today issued the following statement in response to the National Security and Intelligence Review Agency review of the Canada Revenue Agency’s Review and Analysis Division.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-03-14T09:39:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/03/statement-by-the-honourable-diane-lebouthillier-minister-of-national-revenue-in-response-to-the-office-of-the-taxpayers-ombudsperson-report-on-fair.html

The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, today issued the following statement in response to the Office of the Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson Report on Fairness of the Audit Process for Charities in Canada.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-03-27T15:35:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/03/the-canada-revenue-agency-to-begin-mediation-with-public-service-alliance-of-canada--union-of-taxation-employees-in-mid-april.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) values the important role its employees play from across the country in delivering services to Canadians.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-03-31T15:40:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/04/canada-revenue-agency-responds-to-public-service-alliance-of-canadaunion-of-taxation-employees-strike-vote.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) values the important role its employees play from across the country in delivering services to Canadians.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-04-07T14:14:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/04/canada-revenue-agency-remains-committed-to-reaching-a-fair-agreement.html

Today, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and the Public Service Alliance of Canada – Union of Taxation Employees (PSAC-UTE) entered mediated negotiations with the goal of reaching a fair collective agreement.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-04-17T21:23:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/04/the-canada-revenue-agency-responds-to-the-public-service-alliance-of-canadaunion-of-taxation-employees-strike-action.html

Over the last few months, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has made every reasonable effort to avoid a labour disruption affecting important services that Canadians rely on, especially during tax season.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-04-19T10:20:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/04/canada-revenue-agencys-update-on-negotiations-with-the-public-service-alliance-of-canada--union-of-taxation-employees.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) respects the collective bargaining process and remains committed to continuing to bargain in good faith with the Public Service Alliance of Canada – Union of Taxation Employees (PSAC-UTE) with a view to conclude a new collective agreement that is both fair to employees and reasonable for Canadian taxpayers as soon as possible.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-04-21T20:41:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/04/psac-utes-bargaining-demands-and-the-cras-path-to-a-settlement.html

In January 2022, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and the Public Service Alliance of Canada – Union of Taxation Employees (PSAC-UTE) began negotiations on renewed collective agreements for the Program Delivery and Administrative Group (PDAS), which comprise approximately 39,000 employees.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-04-24T09:22:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/05/canada-revenue-agency-and-public-service-alliance-of-canada--union-of-taxation-employees-to-resume-in-person-negotiations.html

Today, The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and the Public Service Alliance of Canada – Union of Taxation Employees (PSAC-UTE) have resumed in person negotiations with a view to reach a new collective agreement as soon as possible, that is both fair to employees and reasonable for taxpayers.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-05-01T14:45:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/05/the-canada-revenue-agency-reaches-a-tentative-agreement-with-the-public-service-alliance-of-canada--union-of-taxation-employees.html

Last night, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) reached a 4-year tentative agreement with the Public Service Alliance of Canada – Union of Taxation Employees (PSAC-UTE). Upon ratification, this agreement will apply to approximately 39,000 PSAC-UTE employees working at the CRA. PSAC-UTE employees will return to work this morning.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-05-04T01:50:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/05/the-canada-pension-plan-enhancement--businesses-individuals-and-self-employed-what-it-means-for-you.html

The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) enhancement, which was introduced on January 1, 2019, is designed to help increase retirement income for working Canadians and their families.The CPP is a mandatory pension plan financed by contributions from employees, employers and self-employed individuals. It covers virtually all workers in Canada except Quebec, which administers its own plan called the Quebec Pension Plan (QPP). The CPP replaces a basic level of earnings for contributors upon retirement, disability, or death.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-05-04T12:53:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/05/increased-funding-for-organizations-that-host-free-tax-clinics.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is updating the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) Grant funding formula to expand the impact of free tax clinics and help eligible volunteer organizations serve Canadians seeking support to file their annual income tax and benefit return.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-05-24T15:27:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/05/minister-lebouthillier-announces-increased-funding-for-organizations-that-help-vulnerable-people-access-benefits-and-credits.html

Whether it’s the Canada Child Benefit, the Canada Workers Benefit, the GST/HST Credit, the Climate Action Incentive or the new grocery rebate, benefits and credits continue to play a crucial role in helping Canadians with the cost of living.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-05-24T15:15:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/05/parliamentarysecretary-fragiskatos-announces-increased-funding-for-organizations-that-help-vulnerable-people-access-benefits-and-credits.html

Whether it’s the Canada Child Benefit, the Canada Workers Benefit, the GST/HST Credit, the Climate Action Incentive or the new grocery rebate, benefits and credits continue to play a crucial role in helping Canadians with the cost of living.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-05-25T06:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/06/government-of-canada-approves-the-collective-agreement-between-the-cra-and-the-psac-ute.html

The Government of Canada has approved the renewed collective agreement between the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and the Public Service Alliance of Canada – Union of Taxation Employees (PSAC-UTE) for approximately 39,000 employees.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-06-23T10:23:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/06/the-canada-revenue-agency-and-the-workplace-safety-and-insurance-board-partner-to-give-ontario-businesses-another-way-to-pay-their-wsib-premiums.html

Starting today, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) are giving Ontario businesses a new option to pay their WSIB premiums.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-07-04T06:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/09/the-canada-revenue-agency-reaches-a-tentative-agreement-with-the-professional-institute-of-the-public-service-of-canada-for-the-audit-financial-and.html

On September 16, 2023, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada for the Audit, Financial and Scientific Group (PIPSC-AFS Group) reached a tentative agreement for approximately 16,000 CRA employees.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-09-19T15:38:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/10/the-government-of-canada-has-announced-a-call-for-applications-for-the-independent-advisory-board-on-eligibility-for-journalism-tax-measures.html

The Government of Canada has announced a call for applications for new members for the Independent Advisory Board on Eligibility for Journalism Tax Measures (Advisory Board).

Canada Revenue Agency2023-10-26T07:19:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/10/residents-of-the-yukon-can-now-apply-for-the-canada-child-benefit-when-registering-for-the-birth-of-their-newborn.html

The Government of Canada continuously strives to improve services to help Canadians receive the benefits they are entitled to.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-10-30T16:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/10/underused-housing-tax-transitional-relief-period-extended-until-april-30-2024.html

The Minister of National Revenue announces that owners affected by the Underused Housing Tax (UHT) will have until April 30, 2024, to file their returns for the 2022 calendar year without being charged penalties or interest.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-10-31T14:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/11/j5-countries-host-cyber-challenge-focused-on-data-mining-and-financial-reporting.html

The Joint Chiefs of Global Tax Enforcement (J5) brought together investigators, cryptocurrency experts and data scientists this week in a coordinated push to track down individuals and organizations perpetrating tax crimes around the world.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-11-02T11:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/11/federal-job-fair-in-jonquiere-on-november-18.html

The Canada Revenue Agency, in collaboration with other federal employers, is organizing a job fair at the Jonquière Tax Center.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-11-16T12:26:13-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2023/11/the-canada-revenue-agency-continues-to-invest-in-free-tax-clinics.html

Free tax clinics made it possible for more than 649,000 Canadians with a modest income to file their taxes and receive more than $1.75 billion in benefits, credits, and refunds last year, announced the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of National Revenue.

Canada Revenue Agency2023-11-16T10:58:08-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2024/02/tax-season-starts-today-file-your-tax-return-to-receive-the-benefit-and-credit-payments-you-may-be-entitled-to.html

Today you can start filing your 2023 income tax and benefit return online. If you file on paper, you should have received your income tax package in the mail by today.

Canada Revenue Agency2024-02-19T11:30:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2024/03/the-government-of-canada-is-helping-lower-income-individuals-more-easily-access-the-benefit-and-credit-payments-they-are-entitled-to.html

Tax season is in full swing and the Minister of National Revenue, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced today that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is expanding its SimpleFile by Phone service.

Canada Revenue Agency2024-03-04T08:30:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2024/03/canada-revenue-agencys-disability-advisory-committee-submits-26-recommendations-in-its-fourth-annual-report.html

The Canada Revenue Agency’s (CRA) Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) released its 2023 annual report today.

Canada Revenue Agency2024-03-07T15:11:05-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2024/04/the-cra-is-making-it-easier-to-access-its-digital-services.html

This tax season, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has introduced a new identity validation option, known as the document verification service, to make it easier to register for digital services including My Account.

Canada Revenue Agency2024-04-11T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2024/06/j5-issues-notice-to-financial-institutions-about-risk-indicators-tied-to-cryptocurrency-assets.html

WASHINGTON – The Joint Chiefs of Global Tax Enforcement (J5) released an advisory note to financial institutions on May 9, 2024, warning them about five risk indicators tied to cryptocurrency assets that may be indicative of money laundering, cybercrime, tax evasion, and other illicit activities. The advisory was developed by a specialized team of cyber experts, with representation from each J5 member country.

Canada Revenue Agency2024-06-24T14:21:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2018/03/the-automated-benefits-application-service-in-the-northwest-territories-will-make-applying-for-bene.html

The Government of Canada is committed to improving services to help Canadians receive the benefits to which they are entitled.

Canada Revenue Agency2018-03-21T15:46:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2018/11/statement-by-the-honourable-diane-lebouthillier-minister-of-national-revenue-on-the-2018-fall-reports-of-the-auditor-general-of-canada.html

The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, today issued the following statement in response to the report entitled: “Compliance Activities-Canada Revenue Agency” in the 2018 Fall Reports of the Auditor General of Canada.

Canada Revenue Agency2018-11-20T10:00:01-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2024/08/new-members-appointed-to-the-independent-advisory-board-on-eligibility-for-journalism-tax-measures.html

The Government of Canada has announced the appointment of new members to the Independent Advisory Board on Eligibility for Journalism Tax Measures (Advisory Board).

Canada Revenue Agency2024-09-04T08:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2018/09/canada-revenue-agency-and-tax-filer-empowerment-canada-collaborate-on-providing-digital-services-to-canadians.html

Canadians deserve high-quality services delivered in a timely and efficient way.

Canada Revenue Agency2018-09-27T10:24:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2024/09/the-cra-invites-taxpayers-to-share-ideas-for-service-improvements.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to providing a high-quality service experience for taxpayers and benefit recipients.

Canada Revenue Agency2024-09-25T11:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2024/10/j5-publishes-first-report-detailing-the-alliances-global-impact.html

The Joint Chiefs of Global Tax Enforcement (J5) released its first Report July 24, 2024 detailing the global impact of operations, public-private partnerships, and stakeholder engagement since it’s inception in 2018.

Canada Revenue Agency2024-10-02T10:01:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2024/10/j5-countries-host-fourth-global-financial-institutions-partnership-summit.html

The Joint Chiefs of Global Tax Enforcement (J5) welcomed financial institutions, banking associations, Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) representatives and other partners at the fourth Global Financial Institutions Partnership (GFIP) Summit to discuss effective practices in combating tax and financial crime.

Canada Revenue Agency2024-10-24T09:42:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2024/11/the-canada-revenue-agency-cra-has-zero-tolerance-for-fraud.html

Whether it be a threat from external bad actors, or taxpayers willfully submitting fraudulent returns, the CRA is standing on guard.

Canada Revenue Agency2024-11-05T18:42:17-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2024/11/federal-job-fair-in-jonquiere-on-november-16.html

The Canada Revenue Agency, in collaboration with other federal employers, is hosting the second edition of its job fair at the Jonquière Tax Centre.

Canada Revenue Agency2024-11-07T14:56:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2018/09/minister-lebouthillier-launches-national-consultations-to-improve-cra-services-for-small-and-medium-businesses.html

The Government of Canada recognizes the important role of small and medium businesses in creating jobs and supporting the economy.

Canada Revenue Agency2018-09-26T11:41:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/09/former_calgary_mansentencedto11yearsinjailandfined550892fortaxev.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) announced that James Harvey Cameron, a former resident of Calgary, has been sentenced to 11 years in jail and fined $550,892 after defrauding investors of over $2.5 million through a deceptive investment scheme.

Canada Revenue Agency2017-09-15T22:34:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2025/02/tax-season-starts-today-file-your-2024-income-tax-and-benefit-return-to-get-the-benefits-and-credits-you-may-be-eligible-for.html

Today, you can start filing your 2024 income tax return online.

Canada Revenue Agency2025-02-24T09:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2025/03/cra-disability-advisory-committee-submits-18-recommendations-in-its-fifth-annual-report.html

The Canada Revenue Agency’s (CRA) Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) released its 2024 annual report today.

Canada Revenue Agency2025-03-05T09:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2025/03/strengthening-compliance-in-the-trucking-industry-cra-and-labour-program-sign-information-sharing-arrangement.html

The Honourable Élisabeth Brière, Minister of National Revenue and the Honorable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, today issued the following statement regarding the establishment of a data-sharing arrangement between the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and the Labour Program at Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).

Canada Revenue Agency2025-03-07T09:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2025/08/tax-season-may-be-over-but-protecting-your-information-is-a-year-round-priority.html

Tax-filing season may be over, but protecting Canadians’ information remains a year round priority.

Canada Revenue Agency2025-08-05T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2025/09/the-minister-of-national-revenue-announces-the-extension-of-the-appointment-of-the-taxpayers-ombudsperson.html

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, announced the extension of the tenure of the Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson, Mr. François Boileau.

Canada Revenue Agency2025-09-16T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2025/09/an-update-on-canada-revenue-agencys-100-day-service-improvement-plan.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is taking actions to resolve recent service issues.

Canada Revenue Agency2025-09-19T16:51:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2025/09/statement-on-the-publication-of-the-national-security-and-intelligence-committees-review.html

Today, Bob Hamilton, Commissioner of the CRA, issued the following statement regarding the publication of the report from the National Security and Intelligence Review Agency.

Canada Revenue Agency2025-09-29T12:56:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2025/10/mid-point-update--the-cras-100-day-service-improvement-plan.html

As we near the halfway point of the Canada Revenue Agency’s (CRA) 100-day Service Improvement Plan, launched on September 2, 2025, we want to update Canadians on our significant progress.

Canada Revenue Agency2025-10-20T09:20:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2025/10/the-minister-of-finance-and-national-revenue-and-the-secretary-of-state-canada-revenue-agency-and-financial-institutions-respond-to-the-auditor-gen.html

Canadians deserve timely, reliable, and accurate service from the CRA, and that’s why we thank the Auditor General and their office for their important work on this report.

Canada Revenue Agency2025-10-21T14:01:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2025/11/contact-centre-accuracy-and-service-representatives-training.html

Canadians expect and deserve timely, reliable, and accurate service from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Supporting Canadians is a responsibility we take seriously.

Canada Revenue Agency2025-11-18T15:20:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2025/12/cra-strengthens-compliance-in-trucking-sector-by-lifting-the-moratorium-on-t4a-penalties.html

Trucking is vital to connecting Canada’s vast and expansive territory and bridging our united economies.

Canada Revenue Agency2025-12-04T12:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2025/12/cra-responsiveness-doubled-as-the-100-day-service-improvement-plan-reaches-completion.html

Since launching the 100-day Service Improvement Plan earlier this year, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has made considerable and marked progress in reducing client wait times, improving service standards, and scaling up new technologies into its processes—all while improving user-friendly services.

Canada Revenue Agency2025-12-11T05:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2026/02/secretary-of-state-long-announces-renewed-funding-for-tax-clinics-for-the-55th-anniversary-of-the-cvitp.html

Today, the Honourable Wayne Long, Secretary of State for the Canada Revenue Agency and Financial Institutions, announced the renewal of the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) Grant for the next three years.

Canada Revenue Agency2026-02-03T12:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2026/02/update-on-contact-centres-for-the-2026-tax-filing-season-ensuring-canadians-receive-the-support-they-need.html

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to serve Canadians by providing accurate, reliable, and timely services. We believe in the importance of delivering clear, responsive, and effective support when Canadians reach out for assistance, and we continue to take meaningful steps to improve the service experience.

Canada Revenue Agency2026-02-12T10:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2026/02/the-minister-of-finance-and-national-revenue-and-the-secretary-of-state-canada-revenue-agency-and-financial-institutions-mark-the-launch-of-the-202.html

Tax season has officially started, and as of today, Canadians can begin to file their 2025 income tax and benefit return online.

Canada Revenue Agency2026-02-23T10:20:13-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2026/04/canada-groceries-and-essentials-benefit-one-time-top-up-payment-to-make-groceries-and-other-essentials-more-affordable-is-coming-june-5.html

Today, the Honourable Wayne Long, Secretary of State (Canada Revenue Agency and Financial Institutions) announced that eligible Canadians will receive a one-time GST/HST credit top-up on June 5, 2026.

Canada Revenue Agency2026-04-17T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2026/05/canadians-experience-improved-service-delivery-and-responsiveness-from-the-cra-this-tax-season.html

As the April 30 tax filing deadline has passed, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is pleased to report on the 2026 tax season. During this period, more than 28.5 million tax returns were filed, 95.6% of them online.

Canada Revenue Agency2026-05-06T16:49:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2026/07/the-canada-child-benefit-payments-increasing-in-2026-2027-nearly-81000-families-in-new-brunswick-benefiting-from-more-generous-payments-starting-th.html

The Government of Canada is lowering costs for families by strengthening the Canada Child Benefit (CCB).

Canada Revenue Agency2026-07-16T17:21:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2017/10/minister_lebouthillierannouncesimprovementstobetterservenorthern0.html

The Government of Canada is committed to making it easier to access the services of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

Canada Revenue Agency2017-10-20T10:48:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/news/2026/09/greater-tax-certainty-for-major-investments-in-canada.html

In a more uncertain world, the Government of Canada is giving major investors the clarity and certainty they need to move forward with confidence to get projects built.

Canada Revenue Agency2026-09-14T09:00:00-04:00