Filing a T4 in Canada
Who must file T4 slips, the filing deadline, and where to get help.
Do I need to file T4 slips?
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) requires all employers to complete and submit annual T4 statements for all employees. Employers must report remuneration, other income, taxable benefits, and deductions for each employee.
What is the deadline for filing T4s?
The last day of February every year is the deadline for submitting your employees’ T4 forms.
The CRA considers T4s to be on time if they are received or postmarked by (or in leap years). You must give these slips to your employees by that same date so they can file their personal tax returns on time.
If employees leave before year-end, give them their T4 slip when they go, but file it with all your other T4s at year-end.
Who do I contact if I have questions about filing a T4 for my business in Canada?
Filing a T4 for your business in Canada can be a little intimidating if you’re unfamiliar with the process. Fortunately, there are resources available to help you.
For a detailed explanation, see the Zenally guide to filing T4s for your Canadian business.
The CRA website is also an excellent resource, with detailed information on T4 filing, payroll deductions, benefits, and other important topics. The CRA also provides a wide range of educational materials, such as tax guides and webinars.
If you’re still in doubt, or if you simply find it all a bit overwhelming, contact Zenally. We’ll help you straighten it out.
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Deadlines, payments & slips
Tax Deadlines
When personal and corporate returns are due, and when interest and penalties start.
Read the answer →Tax Instalments
Whether you need to pay personal or business tax instalments, and when.
Read the answer →Payments to the CRA
Ways to pay a balance owing to the Canada Revenue Agency electronically.
Read the answer →GST Questions
When to register, choosing a reporting period, showing your GST number, and closing an account.
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