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EPISODE · Mar 24, 2026 · 19 MIN

CRA Audits: What to do (and what not to panic about)!

from The Tax Chick Podcast · host Amanda Doucette

Being audited by the CRA can feel stressful, especially with audit activity on the rise. In this episode I walk through what a CRA audit actually looks like and what to do if you or your client receives an audit request, including: [2:00] How audits are triggered (including the difference between a full audit and a limited review)[3:00] Limitation periods, and the basics of what to look for in an introduction letter[5:10] what the CRA is entitled to ask for, and how to respond in a way that’s organized and strategic. [6:55] Common concerns about electronic records[11:35] Solicitor‑client privilege[16:05] Deadlines, and how audits typically come to an end.This episode is for business owners, advisors, and anyone who wants to understand the audit process without panic.RESOURCES DISCUSSED ON THIS EPISODE:Tax LiteCRA Info Bulletin on Audits   HERE ARE SOME OTHER WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME:My website! Email: [email protected]@tax.chick (IG) LinkedInBe a "Tax Chick VIP"

Being audited by the CRA can feel stressful, especially with audit activity on the rise. In this episode I walk through what a CRA audit actually looks like and what to do if you or your client receives an audit request, including: [2:00] How audits are triggered (including the difference between a full audit and a limited review)[3:00] Limitation periods, and the basics of what to look for in an introduction letter[5:10] what the CRA is entitled to ask for, and how to respond in a way that’s organized and strategic. [6:55] Common concerns about electronic records[11:35] Solicitor‑client privilege[16:05] Deadlines, and how audits typically come to an end.This episode is for business owners, advisors, and anyone who wants to understand the audit process without panic.RESOURCES DISCUSSED ON THIS EPISODE:Tax LiteCRA Info Bulletin on Audits   HERE ARE SOME OTHER WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME:My website! Email: [email protected]@tax.chick (IG) LinkedInBe a "Tax Chick VIP"

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