More personal income tax

Important dates

When to file your income tax return and pay a balance owed.

Filing a tax return

Determine whether you should file a tax return.

Getting a tax return

Get the Income Tax and Benefit Guide and forms book.

Completing a tax return

Enter your personal information, report your income, add eligible deductions and enter tax slips.

Sending a tax return

Send your tax return to the CRA by internet or by mail.

Review of your tax return by the CRA

How tax returns are selected for review, types of review, and sending information to the CRA.

Keep your supporting documents for 6 years

Understand your record keeping obligations.

Complaints and disputes

File a service complaint, file a reprisal complaint, or register a formal dispute.

Interest, penalties, and interest rates

When can interest be charged. Penalties that can be applied. See interest and prescribed interest rates.

Authorize a representative

Grant authorization to a representative, cancel an authorization, and information about representatives.

Get a proof of income statement

Get a proof of income statement (option ‘C’ print) online or by calling the CRA.

Foreign reporting

Reporting obligations for individuals, corporations, trusts, and partnerships.

Help doing your taxes

Find a tax preparation clinic, volunteer, or register a community organization.

Learning about taxes

Learn more about Canada's tax system and how to complete a simple income tax and benefit return.