03/17/2026
SCAM ALERT!! The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) does not email refunds or payments via e-transfer. Any email or text message claiming to be from the CRA that asks you to click a link to receive a refund or provide personal information is a scam.
02/06/2026
Good news! If you forgot your CRA user ID or password, you may be able to register for a new credential online, no need to call us.
Get your most recent tax return and multi-factor authentication (MFA) information ready. To help keep your account secure, your old credential will be removed. https://ow.ly/eMAq50Y6wGk
If you've lost access to your MFA information or if your account is locked, our phone support remains available to assist you.
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