Mortgage-seeking client was affected by outstanding — although incorrect — CRA liability
Move follows 100-day timeline to fix delays
Hack affected people who used multi-factor authentication service between Aug. 3 and Aug. 15
Idea was floated five years ago but agency deemed it too costly
Pressure to improve service comes as government plans spending cuts
Agency confirms the interest rate Canadians must pay on overdue tax will remain 7% in the fourth quarter
Proposals are out for consultation until Sept. 12
Federal Court denies motion to dismiss application for judicial review
Agency tells CPA Canada it will begin reassessing affected returns "shortly"
Agency urges ‘swift action’ to restore account within annual limit to minimize tax impact