October is Cyber Month: Here’s how the Canada Revenue Agency protects your information
Every October, Cyber Month highlights the importance of safeguarding personal information from ever-evolving cyber security threats.
The security of taxpayer information is of the utmost importance for the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and we are continually enhancing our security measures to help prevent unauthorized access to taxpayers’ information.
Want to avoid delays at tax time? Use our digital services!
No one likes last-minute delays or waiting on the phone at tax time. You can avoid this by preparing early and using our digital services. You will be able to update your personal information and view your tax and benefit information ahead of time.
Filing and payment deadline
You will be able to file your income tax and benefit return for 2022 starting on February 20, 2023. The deadline for most Canadians to file their income tax and benefit return for 2022 is April 30, 2023. Filing your return before the deadline will allow you to avoid interruptions to any refund, benefit or credit payments you may be eligible for.
Businesses: Protect yourself from scams and fraud — know what to expect from the CRA
There are a variety of scams in Canada – with new ones invented daily. To identify legitimate communications from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and protect yourself from scammers, be aware and know what to expect when the CRA contacts you.
What to expect from the CRA:
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…