Federal job fair in Jonquière on November 16
The Canada Revenue Agency, in collaboration with other federal employers, is hosting the second edition of its job fair at the Jonquière Tax Centre.
Continue readingThe Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has zero tolerance for fraud
Whether it be a threat from external bad actors, or taxpayers willfully submitting fraudulent returns, the CRA is standing on guard.
Continue readingJ5 countries host fourth Global Financial Institutions Partnership Summit
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.
Continue readingJ5 publishes first report detailing the alliance’s global impact
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.
Continue readingThe CRA invites taxpayers to share ideas for service improvements
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to providing a high-quality service experience for taxpayers and benefit recipients.
Continue readingNew members appointed to the Independent Advisory Board on Eligibility for Journalism Tax Measures
The Government of Canada has announced the appointment of new members to the Independent Advisory Board on Eligibility for Journalism Tax Measures (Advisory Board).
Continue readingJ5 issues notice to financial institutions about risk indicators tied to cryptocurrency assets
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.
Continue readingThe CRA is making it easier to access its digital services
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.
Continue readingCanada Revenue Agency’s Disability Advisory Committee submits 26 recommendations in its fourth annual report
The Canada Revenue Agency’s (CRA) Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) released its 2023 annual report today.
Continue readingThe Government of Canada is helping lower-income individuals more easily access the benefit and credit payments they are entitled to
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.
Continue readingTax season starts today! File your tax return to receive the benefit and credit payments you may be entitled to
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.
Continue readingFederal job fair in Jonquière on November 18
The Canada Revenue Agency, in collaboration with other federal employers, is organizing a job fair at the Jonquière Tax Center.
Continue readingThe Canada Revenue Agency continues to invest in free tax clinics
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.
Continue readingJ5 countries host “Cyber Challenge” focused on data mining and financial reporting
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.
Continue readingGovernment of Canada extends deadline for homeowners to file their Underused Housing Tax return
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.
Continue readingResidents of the Yukon can now apply for the Canada child benefit when registering for the birth of their newborn
The Government of Canada continuously strives to improve services to help Canadians receive the benefits they are entitled to.
Continue readingThe Government of Canada has announced a call for applications for the Independent Advisory Board on Eligibility for Journalism Tax Measures
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).
Continue readingThe Canada Revenue Agency reaches a tentative agreement with the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada for the Audit, Financial and Scientific Group
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.
Continue readingThe Canada Revenue Agency and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board partner to give Ontario businesses another way to pay their WSIB premiums
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.
Continue readingGovernment of Canada approves the collective agreement between the CRA and the PSAC-UTE
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.
Continue readingParliamentary Secretary Fragiskatos announces increased funding for organizations that help vulnerable people access benefits and credits
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.
Continue readingIncreased funding for organizations that host free tax clinics
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.
Continue readingMinister Lebouthillier announces increased funding for organizations that help vulnerable people access benefits and credits
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.
Continue readingThe Canada Pension Plan enhancement – Businesses, individuals, and self-employed: what it means for you
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.
Continue readingThe Canada Revenue Agency reaches a tentative agreement with the Public Service Alliance of Canada – Union of Taxation Employees
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.
Continue readingCanada Revenue Agency and Public Service Alliance of Canada – Union of Taxation Employees to resume in-person negotiations
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.
Continue readingPSAC-UTE’s bargaining demands and the CRA’s path to a settlement
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.
Continue readingCanada Revenue Agency’s update on negotiations with the Public Service Alliance of Canada – Union of Taxation Employees
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.
Continue readingThe Canada Revenue Agency responds to the Public Service Alliance of Canada–Union of Taxation Employees’ strike action
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.
Continue readingCanada Revenue Agency remains committed to reaching a fair agreement
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.
Continue readingCanada Revenue Agency responds to Public Service Alliance of Canada–Union of Taxation Employees strike vote
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) values the important role its employees play from across the country in delivering services to Canadians.
Continue readingThe Canada Revenue Agency to Begin Mediation with Public Service Alliance of Canada – Union of Taxation Employees in mid-April
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) values the important role its employees play from across the country in delivering services to Canadians.
Continue readingStatement by the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, in response to the Office of the Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson Report on Fairness of the Audit Process for Charities in Canada
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.
Continue readingCRA Commissioner Bob Hamilton’s response to the National Security and Intelligence Review Agency
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).
Continue readingStatement by the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, in response to the National Security and Intelligence Review Agency review of the Canada Revenue Agency’s Review and Analysis Division
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.
Continue readingWhat's new and what to remember before filing your taxes in Quebec this year
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.
Continue readingThe Canada Revenue Agency kicks off the 2023 tax-filing season: Canadians need to file their returns before May 1
Tax season has officially kicked off and many Canadians will turn to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for guidance
Continue readingWhat's new and what to remember when filing your taxes in Ontario this year
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.
Continue readingWhat's new and what to remember when filing your taxes in New Brunswick this year
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.
Continue readingWhat's new and what to remember when filing your taxes in Prince Edward Island this year
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.
Continue readingWhat's new and what to remember when filing your taxes in Nova Scotia this year
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.
Continue readingWhat's new and what to remember when filing your taxes in Newfoundland and Labrador this year
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.
Continue readingWhat's new and what to remember when filing your taxes in Yukon, Nunavut, and the Northwest Territories this year
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.
Continue readingWhat's new and what to remember when filing your taxes in British Columbia this year
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.
Continue readingWhat's new and what to remember when filing your taxes in Saskatchewan this year
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.
Continue readingWhat's new and what to remember when filing your taxes in Manitoba this year
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.
Continue readingWhat's new and what to remember when filing your taxes in Alberta this year
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.
Continue readingUpdate on Collective Bargaining
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) values the important role its employees play from across the country in delivering services to Canadians.
Continue readingLower-income renters in Canada can now apply for a one-time $500 top-up to the Canada Housing Benefit
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.
Continue readingStatement by the Minister of National Revenue, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier and Minister and of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, the Honourable Carla Qualtrough on the Auditor General of Canada (OAG)’s performance audit of Specific COVID-19 Benefits
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).
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