about the Canada Revenue Agency

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about the Canada Revenue Agency

our mission

To administer tax, benefits, and related programs, and to ensure compliance on behalf of governments across Canada, thereby contributing to the ongoing economic and social well‑being of Canadians.

who we are

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) administers income tax, goods and services tax/harmonized sales tax (GST/HST), and other taxes, and is the principal revenue collector in the country. We also distribute benefit payments to millions of Canadians.

we strive to ensure that Canadians...

  • pay their required share of taxes;
  • receive their rightful share of entitlements; and
  • are provided with an impartial and responsive review of contested decisions.

our foundation of trust

Building on our foundation of trust is critical to achieving our mandate. Trust begins with the CRA values that reflect our principles and beliefs and guide our behaviour and practices.

Trust is sustained by our focus on maintaining a fair, open, and transparent tax and benefits administration that serves Canadians with a high degree of accuracy, consistency, and impartiality.

our contribution to the social and economic well‑being of Canada

A well-functioning tax and benefit system is essential to a healthy economy, a sustainable infrastructure, and a strong democracy.

2011-2012 highlights

  • We collected approximately $419 billion in taxes and duties.
  • We issued 111 million benefit and credit payments, totalling approximately $21 billion.
  • We identified over $14 billion in non-compliance.
  • We resolved $40 billon in tax debt.
  • We employed 39,505 full-time equivalents.
Date modified:
2012-11-08