Facing a Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) audit can be a daunting and stressful experience.

For wage and salary earners, compliance issues are relatively rare since their taxes are typically deducted directly from their paychecks and their incomes are easily verified through employer filings.

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There are various ways your tax return can be selected for an audit, including random selection, audit projects, or third-party leads. Regardless of how you were chosen, it is crucial to understand your rights. To protect yourself, contact a professional as soon as the audit process begins.

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Upon receiving the post-audit proposal, which summarizes the CRA’s findings, you have a limited time to respond, usually within 30 days. Prompt action is essential. Our mission during the audit is to ensure your legal rights are preserved, as the CRA may sometimes apply administrative policies that exceed the precedents set by the Tax Court of Canada.

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Typically, the CRA’s audit period is restricted to three years from the original notice of assessment. Signing a waiver allows the CRA to extend this period.

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If the audit results are unfavorable, don't panic. You have the right to dispute the CRA’s findings by filing a notice of objection within 90 days. This will generally suspend all legal and collection actions.

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If you are undergoing a CRA audit and need to understand your rights, contact US today!