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CRA Tax Adjustment Delays Now Stretch Up to 47 Weeks — Here's How to Avoid Getting Stuck

   July 12, 2026   If you've ever filed a request to correct or update your tax return and then waited... and waited... you're not imagining it. Canada's Taxpayers' Ombudsperson has confirmed that some Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) adjustment requests are now taking nearly a year to process — and it's launched a formal investigation into why. What's Actually Happening When you need to change something on a tax return you've already filed — say you forgot a slip, need to update a deduction, or want to claim a credit you missed — you submit what's called a T1 adjustment request. The CRA sorts these into two speeds: Routine requests (filed online through your CRA My Account or certified tax software) have a service standard of just 2 weeks . By phone or mail, the standard is 8 weeks. Complex requests — where the CRA needs more documentation or a deeper review — carry a service standard of 20 weeks . The problem: the CRA isn't hitting even its own "...

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Canada and U.S. Commit to Strategic Economic and Security Talks

In a significant development, Canada and the United States have agreed to initiate comprehensive discussions aimed at redefining their economic and security relationship. This announcement follows a constructive phone call between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump. The talks are set to commence immediately after Canada's federal election on April 28.

Prime Minister Carney emphasized the importance of these negotiations, stating that they will focus on enhancing trade, security measures, and mutual cooperation. President Trump echoed these sentiments, describing the dialogue as "extremely productive" and expressing optimism about the future of bilateral relations.

The discussions will address pressing issues, including retaliatory tariffs and the modernization of trade agreements. Both leaders have pledged to prioritize the interests of their respective nations while fostering a collaborative approach to shared challenges.

This move marks a pivotal moment in Canada-U.S. relations, signaling a commitment to adapt to evolving global dynamics and strengthen their partnership for the years ahead.

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