Discussion · Oral Questions
Wayne Long Liberal
“I cannot comment on specific cases, but tax fraud is illegal and the CRA will always act against it. We have added new rules, tighter checks, and more oversight to stop refund fraud.”
“Mr. Speaker, the member knows that abuse of the tax system is illegal, and the CRA will always take enforcement action when tax fraud occurs. We all know we cannot comment on specific cases, but Canadians can be assured that when it comes to fraud, every action is on the table to hold fraudsters to account. We have implemented additional safeguards to help ensure greater consistency and accuracy in refund processing. The measures include strengthening controls, intensified oversight and tightened authority levels. On this side of the House, we will go after—”
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Mr. Speaker, the member knows that abuse of the tax system is illegal, and the CRA will always take enforcement action when tax fraud occurs. We all know we cannot comment on specific cases, but Canadians can be assured that when it comes to fraud, every action is on the table to hold fraudsters to account. We have implemented additional safeguards to help ensure greater consistency and accuracy in refund processing. The measures include strengthening controls, intensified oversight and tightened authority levels. On this side of the House, we will go after—