COVID-19: Important updates
- Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB): You can apply for the CERB in CRA My Account or over the phone.
- Tax filing and payment deadlines for 2019: The deadline for individuals to file has been extended to June 1, 2020, and the deadline to pay any amounts owed has been extended to September 1, 2020. Note: some taxpayers may have received a Notice of Assessment that says the deadline for payment is April 30, 2020, which is incorrect.
- Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS): Eligible employers will be able to apply in CRA My Business Account or through a web-based application shortly. More information, including eligibility and how to apply will soon be made available.
- Call centre services: We are currently experiencing technical difficulties with our phone services and wait times are not available.
Find more information on tax and benefits measures to help support Canadians during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Business number registration
When you need a number or program account, how to register, make account changes, and other government programs
Savings and pension plans
Tax-free savings accounts, registered savings plans, pooled pension plans, and plan administrators
Child and family benefits
Apply for child and family benefits, including the Canada child benefit, and find benefit payment dates
Excise taxes, duties, and levies
Customs, excise taxes and duties, softwood lumber, air travellers’ security charge, and cannabis duty
Charities and giving
Charities listings, charity registration and operation, and charitable tax credits
COVID-19: Information for employees and suppliers
Updates on COVID-19 for Canada Revenue Agency employees, contracted resources and suppliers
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