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The CRA improved call response to 77% in early October 2025, exceeding its target, as part of a 100-day plan to fix delays after major staff cuts.
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) says it has answered 77% of calls between September 29 and October 3, surpassing its 70% target ahead of schedule, up from 35% in early July.
This progress is part of a 100-day plan launched in September 2025 under Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne, aiming to fix long delays by December 11.
The CRA has rehired hundreds of call centre staff, extended online chat hours, and enhanced its AI chatbot, while using callback systems and automation to manage backlogs.
Despite improvements, officials acknowledge ongoing challenges with tax adjustments, applications, and credit inquiries, and say work will continue beyond the deadline.
No new hiring is planned due to budget constraints, and the agency is assessing current staffing levels.
The push for service improvements follows broader federal cost-cutting, with nearly 10,000 CRA jobs lost since May 2024, including about 3,300 call centre roles, raising concerns about long-term service quality.
La CRA mejoró la respuesta a las llamadas hasta el 77% a principios de octubre de 2025, superando su objetivo, como parte de un plan de 100 días para corregir los retrasos después de importantes recortes de personal.