The CRA uses various methods to communicate with individuals and businesses, including phone, email, mail and text message (in specific instances). Using these methods, the CRA may reach out to: ask about a tax debt.
Will the CRA ever call you?
We may review your return. One reason we may contact you is if we are reviewing your income tax and benefit return. This could include reviewing your GST/HST, T4 or T5 information. You may receive a letter or a phone call telling you that the CRA is reviewing your return.
What phone number does the CRA use?
1-800-959-8281
Call the CRA’s Individual Tax Account Balance Automated Service at 1-866-474-8272. Call 1-800-959-8281 for individuals or 1-800-959-5525 for businesses to verify if the CRA contacted you.
Does Service Canada call people?
You should be vigilant when any person claiming to be a Service Canada or 1 800 O-Canada employee contacts you in a way that you are usually not contacted by the federal government. These emails, text messages, letters and calls (including recorded messages) may be fraudulent.
Does Revenue Canada have a snitch line?
1-888-724-4829.
How can you tell if a CRA call is real?
If the CRA calls you
A legitimate CRA employee will identify themselves when they contact you. The employee will give you their name and a phone number. Make sure the caller is a CRA employee before you give any information over the phone. This will protect you from giving money or personal information to a scammer.
What happens if you ignore CRA?
you must still pay the full amount of taxes owing, plus interest and any civil penalties assessed by the CRA. you may be fined up to 200% of the taxes evaded. you may be imposed a jail term of up to five years.
Does the CRA leave voicemails?
A CRA rep may leave a voicemail but the message will never state your personal or financial information designed to anger or entice you to call back. A CRA rep will leave a phone number for you to call, but remember this doesn’t guarantee it isn’t a scam.
How do I get the CRA to call me?
Automated callback service
- For Business Enquiries: 1-800-959-5525.
- For Individual Tax Enquiries: 1-800-959-8281.
- For Benefit Enquiries: 1-800-387-1193.
Does Immigration Canada call you?
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada will not contact you in person, online or over the telephone to collect fees or fines to avoid deportation or other consequences. Be aware: Scammers often give a fake name and agent number to appear legitimate.
Do people call before serving you?
Spotting a scam server
Process servers do not usually call ahead of time since this gives people time to avoid being served court papers. A process server will never ask for any money. They do not collect money owed for divorce cases, child support, or any other legal reason (especially via a wire transfer).
Why do I keep getting calls from Service Canada?
Occasionally, Canadians may receive a communication by telephone, mail or email that claims to be from the Government of Canada (Service Canada) but is not. This kind of unauthorized communication may request personal information such as: Social Insurance Number. credit card number.
How does Service Canada contact you?
A representative will contact you by telephone within two business days. If your request cannot be completed by phone, we will offer you an appointment for service at a Service Canada Centre. Service Canada does not tolerate inappropriate or aggressive behaviour, harassment or foul language.
Does CRA monitor your bank account?
No personally identifying information or banking details are ever shared. The service relies on strong technology built using industry best practices. The Government of Canada is leveraging these investments made by financial institutions for secure online environments.
What happens if you lie to the CRA?
There are serious consequences to breaking the law. Once convicted, tax evaders can face penalties, court fines, and jail time —in addition to having to pay the taxes they tried to evade, plus interest.
Can Canada Revenue Agency see my bank account?
No. The information you enter (e.g. username, password) and the identity of the financial institution are not shared with the Government of Canada. Similarly, none of your personal tax information will be shared with your financial institution. No personally identifying information or banking details are ever shared.
How do I stop receiving fake calls from CRA?
Register with the National Do Not Call List (DNCL) External link. If you want to reduce the number of telemarketing calls you receive, you may register your residential, wireless, fax, or VoIP telephone number(s) on the National Do Not Call List (DNCL).
How many years CRA can go back?
The CRA audit time limit states that the agency has four years from the date on your Notice of Assessment to go back and conduct an audit. This means if you file your 2017 tax return in April 2018 and receive your assessment in June 2018, the CRA can audit this return until June 2022.
What triggers CRA to audit?
The CRA chooses a file for an audit based on a risk assessment. The assessment looks at a number of factors, such as the likelihood or frequency of errors in tax returns or whether there are indications of non-compliance with tax obligations.
What happens if you owe the CRA money and don’t pay?
The CRA can get a provincial judgement or a certificate from the Federal Court confirming the amount you owe. This will make your debt a matter of public record and allow the CRA to proceed with asset liens and seizures. The CRA will usually notify you by mail that your debt has been certified in Federal Court.
How do I speak to someone at revenue?
Call (01) 858 9843 between the hours of 9.30am to 1.30pm, Monday to Friday.