New concerns are growing over Ottawa’s proposal for automatic tax filing, which critics say would massively expand the CRA’s power and create conflicts of interest. The Canadian Taxpayers Federation warns the agency already struggles with accuracy—answering only 36% of calls and giving wrong info 30% of the time. Experts argue this move could raise tax bills, increase bureaucracy, and weaken accountability, calling instead for a simpler tax code, not more control.
Mark Carney’s CRA Power Grab Could Actually Raise Your Taxes – This Is a Disaster Waiting To Happen
