Tax Defence: CRA Audits, Voluntary Disclosures and Objections
Representation for individuals and owner-managed businesses in Ontario during CRA audits, voluntary disclosures and notices of objection.
When the CRA questions a return, or you need to correct one, the early steps shape the outcome. Beganyi Professional Corporation acts for individuals, professionals and owner-managed businesses in Ontario at three stages: during a CRA audit, when making a voluntary disclosure, and when objecting to a reassessment.
What we handle
CRA audits
- Reviewing the CRA's letters and your exposure before you respond
- Managing communications with the auditor
- Responding to information requests and formal requirements
- Written responses to proposal letters, including proposed penalties
Voluntary disclosures
- Assessing whether the Voluntary Disclosures Program, an adjustment request or overdue filings is the better route
- Advising on voluntariness and timing under the CRA's current program
- Preparing and filing the application, working with your accountant's computations
Notices of objection
- Reviewing the reassessment and the deadline that applies
- Preparing and filing the notice of objection
- Working through the objection with the CRA appeals officer
GST/HST matters
- GST/HST audits, assessments and objections for registrants
What we refer out
We do not act on appeals to the Tax Court of Canada or on criminal tax investigations and prosecutions. If your matter reaches either stage, we will tell you so and help you find litigation counsel.
How we work
- Deadlines first. We start by identifying every date in play, from response dates in CRA letters to statutory objection deadlines.
- A senior lawyer on every file. You deal directly with the lawyer handling your matter.
- With your accountant. We work from your accountant's records and computations, and organize the legal advice so that privilege is available where the law allows.
- Clear options. We explain your options and the likely scope of work before you decide how to proceed.
About the lawyer
Ladislav Beganyi, LL.B., M.Tax, B.B.A., is the principal of Beganyi Professional Corporation. He holds a Master of Taxation from the University of Waterloo and worked as a Rulings Officer at the Canada Revenue Agency before entering private practice. Read his profile.
Resources
Our Taxpayer Resource Centre explains the process in plain language:
- CRA audits: what to expect and how to respond
- Voluntary disclosure and tax corrections
- Reassessments, objections and representation
Request a consultation
If you have received a letter from the CRA, are considering a voluntary disclosure, or have a reassessment you disagree with, request a confidential consultation or call 647-977-7749. If a deadline is close, say so when you contact us.