News alerts - Natalie Kelly, CPA, CA
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www.nataliekelly.caHere are the latest publicly available updates about the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) based on recent news releases and government pages.
Key developments
- First-time home buyers GST/HST rebate: The CRA is accepting applications for the new First-Time Home Buyers' GST/HST rebate, a program designed to help eligible purchasers with the GST/HST on a qualifying home. This was announced in March 2026 as part of ongoing incentives for home buyers. [Sources: CRA press releases, Newswire coverage of CRA programs, 2026]
- COVID-19 benefit accounting and oversight: The CRA has continued reporting on pandemic-era benefit administration, including totals disbursed and ongoing efforts to recover improper payments. For example, agencies have publicly stated amounts disbursed and initiatives to manage overpayments and inquiries during the 2024–2025 period. [Sources: CRA newsrooms and coverage summarizing pandemic-era measures, 2025–2026]
- Tax administration and relief measures: The CRA has updated guidance on administration changes related to capital gains inclusion rate changes and other tax measure adjustments, with communications issued to taxpayers and practitioners in 2025–2026. [Source: CRA news releases, industry coverage]
- Tax compliance and audits: Ongoing CRA updates cover compliance initiatives, including reminders for filing, relief processes, and updates to filing or payment timelines in response to evolving policy or operational considerations. [Sources: CRA newsroom and industry press]
Where to find the latest CRA news
- CRA Newsroom: Official hub for all press releases, notices, and media advisories straight from the Canada Revenue Agency. This is the most authoritative source for current CRA activities and policy changes. [CRA Newsroom]
- Newswire/Cision: Aggregated press releases from the CRA and Government of Canada departments, including timely updates on programs like GST/HST rebates and home buyer incentives. [Newswire/CISION listings]
- Major Canadian business media: Outlets such as Global News often summarize CRA announcements, benefit data, and staffing updates ahead of the tax season. [Global News coverage]
If you’d like, I can pull the very latest specific CRA press release titles, dates, and a brief summary, or compile a quick digest focused on a topic you care about (e.g., GST/HST rebates, capital gains changes, or COVID-era relief reconciliations). I can also set up alerts or a short summary with direct links to the official CRA pages.