This page provides information on how long should you keep your income tax records and your supporting documents.

Jul 5, 2025 · After your return is filed, a big question comes up: how long do I need to keep my tax documents? In this blog, we’ll walk you through CRA record keeping requirements, how many years …

Oct 26, 2022 · Save your tax returns and any supporting documents for six years. One of the reasons to keep income tax records is to provide the CRA with the required information in case you’re selected …

Jul 30, 2025 · How Long to Keep Tax Returns in Canada? Your actual tax returns (the forms you filed) should be kept for at least six years, but many experts recommend keeping them forever.

Jul 8, 2025 · Most taxpayers must keep their income tax records for at least six years in the event of a CRA tax audit. However, there are a few exceptions to this rule. When taxes are filed late, the six …

Jun 25, 2025 · For most individuals, businesses, and organizations, the CRA requires you to keep your tax-related records for six years from the end of the last tax year they relate to.

Jul 21, 2025 · Before shredding any documents, it is essential to know the required retention period for tax records in Canada. Getting it wrong could cost you a missed refund, a denied claim, or an audit. …

Dec 6, 2025 · The default requirement for most Canadian tax records is a mandatory retention period of six years. This standard applies to the vast majority of routine documents supporting annual income, …

Wondering how long to keep your tax records in Canada? The CRA requires at least six years, but some situations require longer retention. Learn the rules here.

If the CRA wants you to keep records for a period longer than six years, a CRA official will let you know how long to keep them either in person or by registered mail. If you file an income tax return late, you …