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Wildfires: Apply for Taxpayer Relief Provisions

It may not be the first concern, but Canadians affected by wildfires may worry at some point about the tax consequences of lost records or missed filing deadlines – the next one on June 16 for those filing T1 returns with proprietorship income. Fortunately, the CRA offers Taxpayer Relief Provisions when there are circumstances beyond a taxpayer’s control, including natural disasters, serious illness or death in the family, or errors made by the CRA, which may trigger penalties and interest due to late or incomplete tax filings. Here’s what you need to know.

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April 30 Less Than a Week Away

While tax practitioners keep their heads down to finish filing your tax returns, do-it-yourselfers who are procrastinators need to get on it!

Voluntary Disclosure Procedures Change

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) recently released an updated information circular (IC00-1R3) pertaining to the Voluntary Disclosure Program (VDP), which promotes tax compliance by encouraging taxpayers to come forward and correct prior errors and omissions.
 
 
 
Knowledge Bureau Poll Question

Are your clients owed money by CRA? As of March 31, 2025, the CRA holds about 10.2 million uncashed cheques totalling $1.7 billion. In your view, why is this happening?

  • Yes
    8 votes
    53.33%
  • No
    7 votes
    46.67%