Taxpayer relief for Canadians affected by wildfires in British Columbia and the Northwest Territories

August 31, 2023

Ottawa, Ontario

Canada Revenue Agency

The wildfires in British Columbia (BC) and the Northwest Territories (NWT), have had a devastating impact on many Canadians and businesses residing in the area. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) understands that at this time, the safety and well-being of loved ones is the primary concern for those affected. We would like to assure Canadians facing such extraordinary circumstances that they will be treated fairly if they are unable to meet their tax obligations during this time.

The CRA is committed to helping communities impacted by the wildfires in BC and NWT. We continue to review what measures are to be put in place, but can confirm the following will apply to individuals, businesses and charities in the impacted area(s):

Taxpayer relief:

Many individuals, businesses and first responders may be unable to meet their tax obligations as usual due to circumstances beyond their control. In such cases, you can submit a request for relief of penalties and interest charged to your account. For more information, go to canada.ca/penalty-interest-relief. We will consider each request based on the specific circumstances for that request.

The CRA reminds affected taxpayers of the following:

Contacts

Media Relations
Canada Revenue Agency
613-948-8366
cra-arc.media@cra-arc.gc.ca

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