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This Week’s Edition of KBR:

June 2025 Poll

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: 18 votes
66.67%
No: 9 votes
33.33%
 

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