CRA - Notices

Clear answers. Calm Guidance

Understanding your CRA letters, reviews and
reassessments, and knowing what to do next.

Did You Receive A Letter From The CRA?

A CRA notice can feel stressful, but most letters simply ask for more information or explain a change to our return. I'll review your notice, explain what it means and prepare an accurate, timely repsonse.

Never ignore a letter. Most letters that require action are time sensitive.

Personal

Notice of Assessment and Reassessment

Review letters & requests for documents

Payroll & GST/HST notices

Balances owing & payment arrangements

Income matching letters (missing slips & unreported income

Benefits & credit reviews (Canada Child Benefits, GST/HST credit

RRSP over-contribution & installment notices

Business & Corporate

Corporate T2 reviews & assessments

GST/HST reviews, audits and filing notices

Payroll reviews, PIER reports & remediation

Trust account examinations for source deductions

Behind on your taxes?

Being behind can seem daunting, but not an impossible task. Contact us today and we can help you get caught up.

Resolving Problems

CRA audits & requests for information

Notices of Objection when you disagree with an assessment

Taxpayer Relief requests to cancel penalties and interest

Voluntary Disclosures to correct past filings

Balances owing, collections & payments agreements

Representing you with the CRA through authorized access

What NOT to do

NOT responding - By not responding to a CRA letter that requires a response, could lead to unnecessary penalties and interest.

What to Do When You Receive A Notice

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Don't Ignore it

Open the letter right away. Most notices are routine and easy to resolve when handled early.

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Note the Deadline

Look for the response date.

Objections generally must be filed withing 30 days of the notice.

3

Send me a copy

Upload it through the secure client portal or drop it off at the office during business hours.

We respond together

I'll explain your options, gather what's needed, and handle the reply with the CRA on your behalf.

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**Disclaimer: This is general advice only. Every situation is different and needs to be thoroughly reviewed by the CPA