What’s new from CRA

Only Canadian registered charities and other qualified donees can issue official donation receipts that allow donors to claim a charitable tax credit (individuals) or deduction (corporations) on their tax return. If you are looking for a registered charity, search the List of charities. You will find the charity’s registration status, contact information, general activities, and …

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The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will issue the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit, formerly known as the goods and services tax/harmonized sales tax credit, on July 3, 2026. If you do not receive your payment by July 17, you may want to check on its status using your CRA account. The CRA cannot provide any …

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It is important that your CRA account has a unique password that you do not use on any other accounts or devices. If one or more of the following apply, it may be time for you to change your password: You use the same password on another website, account or deviceYour password contains personal informationYou …

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In July 2026, the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB) will replace the GST/HST credit. Under the new program name, payment amounts will be increased, but the eligibility, payment calculation, and structure will be the same as the GST/HST credit. Quarterly payment amounts will increase by 25% for 5 years (from 2026 to 2031) starting …

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It pays to file your taxes every year!Filing your taxes every year isn’t just about reporting your income — it’s the key to getting (and keeping) the benefits and credits that help you with everyday costs, including the new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB). If you don’t file your taxes, you might be missing …

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If you’ve filed your taxes but realized later that you forgot to claim a deduction, report income, or made an error, there’s no need to worry! You can request changes to your tax return without filing a new one. This process helps ensure your tax return is accurate and that you’re paying—or receiving—the correct amounts. …

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Is your business engaged in scientific research and experimental development (SR&ED)? The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) offers tax incentives to help you reduce the income tax you must pay and to support your innovation journey. As of April 1, 2026, eligible businesses can take advantage of the new Pre-claim approval process as they plan their …

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Filing your income tax and benefit return is essential, even if you have a lower income, or no income at all. Filing could mean access to important benefit payments, and a refund if you are owed. The benefits of filing– Government payments: you may be eligible for benefits like the Canada Groceries and– Essentials Benefit …

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The Pre-claim approval process is a new optional process that helps eligible small and medium businesses find out if their projects qualify for SR&ED tax incentives before they start work or incur any costs. By submitting a request, businesses can receive a determination from the CRA within eight weeks, making it easier to plan with …

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The CRA now sends most business correspondence online. To make sure you don’t miss important updates: Sign in to your CRA account to access My Business Account Add or update your email addressThis allows the CRA to notify you when new mail is available or when changes are made to your account. Without a current …

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