http://news.gc.ca/web/index-eng.doCanada News Centreen-caThu, 23 May 2013 04:40:29 GMTThu, 23 May 2013 04:40:29 GMTCopyrightCanada Revenue AgencyGouvernement du Canada / Government of Canadahttp://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification15http://news.gc.ca/web/images/wmms.gifhttp://news.gc.ca/web/index-eng.do8831http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=743419The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue and Minister for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, today announced that Canadian families are receiving significant tax refunds as a result of the low-tax measures introduced by the Harper Government since 2006.Mon, 20 May 2013 15:22:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=743419http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=740019Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue and Minister for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency delivered the following statement with regards to information on Canadians with offshore assets that has allegedly been in the possession of several media outlets.Fri, 10 May 2013 00:26:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=740019http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=739349Ottawa, Ontario, May 8, 2013… The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue and Minister for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and the Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), today announced new measures to combat international tax evasion and aggressive tax avoidance, including a $30-million investment by the Harper Government and the creation of a dedicated team to implement measures from Economic Action Plan 2013.Wed, 08 May 2013 15:28:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=739349http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=738179The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will revoke the registration of The Life Centre Word of Faith Ministries Inc., a Toronto-based charity.Fri, 03 May 2013 19:51:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=738179http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=738169The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will revoke the registration of Trinity Global Support Foundation, a London-based charity.Fri, 03 May 2013 19:47:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=738169http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=737139The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) would like to advise taxpayers who have been affected by spring flooding that they will have access to the CRA's taxpayer relief provisions if they were unable to meet their tax obligations.Tue, 30 Apr 2013 22:32:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=737139http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=736949The spring 2013 Auditor General's (AG) report provides the results of a follow-up review to determine the Canada Revenue Agency's (CRA) progress against action plan commitments made in response to a 2006 audit of its tax collection program.Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:40:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=736949http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=736969The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue and Minister for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, today highlighted that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has made satisfactory progress on improvements to tax debt collections, according to the latest report from the Auditor General of Canada.Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:45:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=736969http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=735739The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) encourages you to use its quick, easy, and secure electronic services to file your income tax and benefit return on time and pay any amount owing by the deadline.Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:50:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=735739http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=735429Trustees can now apply for a trust account number before filing their T3RET, T3 Trust Income Tax and Information Return.Thu, 25 Apr 2013 17:15:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=735429http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=735209Did you know? You can pay your taxes the same way you would pay your phone or hydro bill -- using online or telephone banking.Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:39:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=735209http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=734889It's easy to make a correction to your income tax and benefit return if you realize you made a mistake after filing.Tue, 23 Apr 2013 19:00:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=734889http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=734409Did you know? If you owe tax at filing time each year, you can take steps to reduce your net tax owing. You can do this by having tax -- or more tax -- deducted at source from certain types of income.Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:53:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=734409http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=733909The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) would like to remind Canadians that they have until midnight on April 30, 2013, to file their 2012 income tax and benefit return and to pay any balance owing.Fri, 19 Apr 2013 20:12:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=733909http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=733399Did you know? If you're just starting to file your taxes, you'll find the Canada Revenue Agency's (CRA) online information is a fast and easy way to understand what you need to do.Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:57:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=733399http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=732859Did you know? Even if you have no income to report for 2012, you should still file your income tax and benefit return by April 30, 2013 to be eligible for some tax credits and benefits.Mon, 15 Apr 2013 19:44:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=732859http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=732579The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue, today highlighted that the Harper Government has increased auditing resources for the Canada Revenue Agency's (CRA) international compliance programs since 2006.Mon, 15 Apr 2013 12:37:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=732579http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=731859I am writing in regard to the CBC's recent coverage of offshore tax havens. It is my understanding that a leak of large amounts of data potentially exposing cases of offshore aggressive tax avoidance and possibly tax evasion is the catalyst for these stories. I also understand that your organization may be in possession of some or all of this data.Fri, 12 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=731859http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=730989The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue, today highlighted important new initiatives introduced by the Harper Government in Economic Action Plan 2013 to strengthen the capacity of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to crack down on international tax avoidance and evasion.Tue, 09 Apr 2013 15:00:00 GMTEconomics and IndustryEconomic Action Planhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=730989http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=730709Students who don't file a tax return may be missing out on benefits and tax credits.Mon, 08 Apr 2013 17:30:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=730709http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=730249The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) would like to address recent media coverage of a list of Canadians with assets offshore.Thu, 04 Apr 2013 21:45:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=730249http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=729659If you bought a home in 2012, you may be able to save on your taxes through the first-time homebuyers' tax credit.Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:17:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=729659http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=729109As a self-employed individual, you have until midnight on June 17, 2013 to file your 2012 income tax and benefit return. Don't forget -- you must pay any balance owing for 2012 on or before April 30, 2013, regardless of your filing date.Thu, 28 Mar 2013 18:04:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=729109http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=728929The Government of Canada and the Government of Prince Edward Island have signed an agreement to implement a harmonized sales tax (HST) in Prince Edward Island (P.E.I).Wed, 27 Mar 2013 18:44:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=728929http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=728909Beginning April 1, 2013, the 12% harmonized sales tax (HST) will no longer apply on property or services made in British Columbia (B.C.), or to property or services imported or brought into B.C. that are not zero-rated supplies.Wed, 27 Mar 2013 18:39:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=728909http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=727349Did you know? The new family caregiver credit (FCA) helps Canadians with the costs of caring for a dependant with a mental or physical impairment.Mon, 18 Mar 2013 16:34:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=727349http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=727159The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will revoke the registration of Marketplace Ministries International, a Scarborough-based charity. The notice of revocation will be published in the Canada Gazette with an effective date of March 16, 2013.Fri, 15 Mar 2013 20:33:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=727159http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=726979The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) today announced the prescribed annual interest rates that will apply to any amounts owed to the CRA and to any amounts the CRA owes to individuals and corporations. These rates are calculated quarterly in accordance with applicable legislation and will be in effect from April 1, 2013 to June 30, 2013.Fri, 15 Mar 2013 17:15:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=726979http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=726169Filing your tax return and paying what you owe on time helps you avoid possible interest and penalty charges, and ensures that your benefits won't be delayed. Filing online is the fastest and easiest way to send your return and get your refund and benefit payments even faster.Wed, 13 Mar 2013 18:40:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=726169http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725189Did you know? If you use public transit, you can claim the cost of certain public transit passes to reduce the taxes you owe.Mon, 11 Mar 2013 17:43:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725189http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=724219Did you know…? You may have to pay tax by instalments if you earn income for more than one year from which no tax was withheld.Wed, 06 Mar 2013 19:27:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=724219http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=724129March is Fraud Prevention Month across Canada and around the world, and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is reminding Canadians to protect themselves against fraud.Wed, 06 Mar 2013 16:09:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=724129http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=723709Did you know? The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is here to help you during tax season. Here is a list of tips you should know about your taxes, including many ways to help you save money at tax time.Mon, 04 Mar 2013 15:42:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=723709http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=722649Whether your child dreams of a career on hockey skates, racing down the slopes on a snowboard, or performing for a famous ballet company, paying for lessons to make those dreams a reality can be costly.Mon, 25 Feb 2013 15:33:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=722649http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=721299The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue, accompanied by Laura Jones, Executive Vice-President of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB), took part in a round-table discussion with local businesses and CFIB members today to hear their views on improving government services to Canadian businesses.Tue, 19 Feb 2013 17:23:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=721299http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=721199Mississauga, Ontario, February 18, 2013... Today, the Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue, joined by Brad Butt, Member of Parliament for Mississauga-Streetsville, announced that Canadian families receive substantial tax savings and increased child benefits as a result of the actions taken by the Harper Government since 2006.Mon, 18 Feb 2013 22:06:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=721199http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=721079There are lots of benefits and credits to help families with their expenses throughout the year and reduce the amount that they owe at tax time.Mon, 18 Feb 2013 18:17:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=721079http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=720349Registered retirement savings plans (RRSPs) are one of the most popular investment vehicles for Canadians. Contributing to an RRSP is one way to reduce the amount you owe at tax time.Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:45:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=720349http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=720149You can file your taxes online for free. Many people think that filing online costs money because it requires the use of certified tax preparation software.Tue, 12 Feb 2013 19:15:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=720149http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=719929The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) offers fast, easy, and secure online services. Join the growing number of Canadians who enjoy the benefits of filing online. Consider these five steps before you sit down to file your return online.Mon, 11 Feb 2013 20:07:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=719929http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=719699The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue, announced today that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will implement an important partnership with the City of Winnipeg to cut red tape.Sun, 10 Feb 2013 14:29:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=719699http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=719619The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will revoke the registration of The Voice of the Cerebral Palsied of Greater Vancouver.Fri, 08 Feb 2013 19:18:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=719619http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=719279There are several benefits and credits designed for seniors.Wed, 06 Feb 2013 18:24:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=719279http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=718949Is your child a budding artist or musician? If your child attends programs that contribute to his or her development, you may be eligible for a break at tax time.Tue, 05 Feb 2013 14:01:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=718949http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=718139If you were an employed tradesperson in 2012 (including an eligible apprentice mechanic), you may be able to deduct up to $500 of the cost of eligible tools bought to earn your employment income.Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:19:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=718139http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=717529The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue today highlighted the Harper Government's support for PEI's agricultural sector at the Annual General Meeting of the PEI Federation of Agriculture, and invited input on economic issues facing Canadians.Fri, 25 Jan 2013 21:04:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=717529http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=717399The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue today was awarded the Canadian Federation of Independent Business' (CFIB) Golden Scissors Award for introducing measures that improve services at the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and reduce the burden placed on small businesses, as part of the Harper Government's Red Tape Reduction Action Plan.Fri, 25 Jan 2013 17:31:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=717399http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=717139The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) administers the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax incentive program on behalf of the Government of Canada.Thu, 24 Jan 2013 16:17:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=717139http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=717039The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue today took part in economic consultations with members of the local business community.Thu, 24 Jan 2013 12:47:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=717039http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=717029Did you know? The Government of Canada has extended the Hiring Credit for Small Business (HCSB) for 2012. The 2011 federal budget created the HCSB to create jobs, grow the economy and support small businesses.Thu, 24 Jan 2013 12:44:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=717029