Changes to taxes and benefits: CRA and COVID-19
COVID-19: Important updates
- Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB): You can apply in CRA My Account or over the phone.
- Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS): Starting April 27, 2020, eligible employers can apply in CRA My Business Account or through a separate online application form.
- Call 1-833-966-2099 to speak to an agent about CERB or CEWS.
Updates on changes to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) services, due dates and programs affected by the pandemic.
Affected by COVID-19
Income tax filing and payment dates
Extended deadlines for individuals, corporations and trusts
Benefits, credits and financial support
Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB), Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS), changes to existing benefits and credits
Call centre services
Wait times, reduced or suspended services
Support for employers
CEWS, Temporary wage subsidy for employers, and deferral of GST/HST remittances
Outreach activities
Free tax clinics, outreach and liaison officer service changes
Collections, audit, objections and appeals
Changes to our compliance procedures
Charities
Changes in our operational activities
Electronic signatures
Authorizing and corresponding with representatives
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Additional updates on:
- Coronavirus disease COVID-19 (Public Health Agency of Canada)
- Employment Insurance (EI) benefits (Service Canada)
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