CRA Fires 120 Employees After Review of ‘Inappropriately Claimed’ CERB Payments Introduction The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has taken decisive action following an investigation into improperly claimed Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) payments. The review revealed that 120 employees were involved inappropriately claiming CERB benefits, leading to their termination from the agency. This incident has […]
A Former Employee of the Canada Revenue Agency Charged with Embezzlement Background In a recent development, an ex-employee of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has been charged with embezzlement. Melissa Jensen Webb, a 39-year-old resident of Dawson City, Yukon, was arrested by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) on August 10, 2023. She faces multiple […]
CRA and Court Reject Corporation‘s ‘Blame the Accountant’ Excuse for Late Tax Filing Background In a recent ruling, the Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA) and a court have firmly rejected a corporation‘s attempt to shift blame onto their accountant for a late tax filing. The case brings attention to the responsibility that corporations have in fulfilling […]
