CRA Audit Representation in Burlington, Ontario
Facing a CRA audit or review? BOMCAS Canada's experienced tax professionals protect Burlington taxpayers through every stage of the CRA process — from initial contact through objection and appeals.
CRA Audit Representation for Burlington Individuals and Businesses
A CRA audit notification can arrive unexpectedly — a letter requesting documentation to support a specific claim, a phone call from a CRA auditor, or a Notice of Reassessment adjusting your previously filed return. Regardless of the form it takes, receiving CRA correspondence is a situation that deserves immediate professional attention.
BOMCAS Canada provides comprehensive CRA audit representation for Burlington taxpayers — individuals, self-employed professionals, and businesses of all sizes. Our experienced team handles all communication with the CRA on your behalf, gathers and presents documentation to support your filing position, challenges unjustified CRA assessments, and guides you through the formal objection and appeals process when necessary.
Burlington taxpayers who engage professional representation at the outset of a CRA audit consistently achieve better outcomes than those who try to navigate the process alone. The CRA has trained auditors with deep knowledge of tax law and audit procedures — you need an equally knowledgeable advocate in your corner.
CRA Audit Services We Provide in Burlington
Correspondence Reviews
Rapid response to CRA review letters requesting documentation for specific deductions — charitable donations, medical expenses, home office, RRSP contributions, and other common review items.
Desk Audits
Organized document collection and presentation for CRA office audits — we gather all required records and present them clearly to support your filing position.
Field Audits
Full representation during in-depth CRA field audits — preparing your records, managing auditor interactions, responding to information requests, and negotiating proposed adjustments.
GST/HST Audits
Expert defence during CRA HST audits — protecting your ITC claims, supply classifications, and filing methodology from unjustified reassessments.
Payroll Audits
Representation during payroll reviews examining remittance history, worker classification, and deduction calculations — protecting Burlington employers from director liability assessments.
Objections & Appeals
Formal Notice of Objection preparation and filing within the 90-day deadline, plus representation through the CRA Appeals process and Tax Court of Canada if required.
What Triggers CRA Audits in Burlington — Common Risk Factors
- Large or unusual deductions relative to income (home office, vehicle, meals)
- Business losses reported for multiple consecutive years
- Cash-intensive business industries (restaurants, contractors, retail)
- Significant capital gains or large asset transactions
- T1135 foreign income verification (foreign assets over $100,000)
- Discrepancies between income reported and information slips received
- SR&ED claims — high scrutiny from the CRA
- Changing income patterns (significant increase or decrease year-over-year)
- Related party or non-arm's length transactions
- Industry-specific random selection audits
Being selected for a CRA audit does not necessarily mean anything is wrong with your return. Many audits are triggered by statistical models and result in no changes. Professional representation ensures the process runs smoothly and your position is properly defended in all cases.
The CRA Audit Process — Step by Step
| Stage | What Happens | BOMCAS Canada's Role |
|---|---|---|
| Initial CRA Contact | Letter or call notifying you of audit/review | We review the notification and advise on response strategy immediately |
| Information Request | CRA requests specific records or documentation | We gather, organize, and present all supporting documents professionally |
| CRA Review | Auditor examines documents and may ask follow-up questions | We handle all CRA communication; manage the review process efficiently |
| Proposal Letter | CRA proposes adjustments to your return | We challenge incorrect positions and negotiate with the auditor |
| Reassessment | CRA issues Notice of Reassessment | We advise on acceptance or filing Notice of Objection |
| Objection/Appeal | Formal dispute through CRA Appeals or Tax Court | We prepare and file the objection and represent you through the appeals process |
FAQs — CRA Audit Representation in Burlington
Contact BOMCAS Canada before responding to the CRA. Do not ignore the letter — there are strict deadlines — but do not respond without professional advice. The manner and content of your initial response can significantly affect the scope and direction of the audit. We assess your situation and develop a response strategy before any CRA communication.
Yes. We regularly step in to represent Burlington taxpayers mid-audit. We review all correspondence to date, assess what has been provided, identify any concerns with the audit direction, and take over all future communication with the CRA. It is never too late to seek professional representation during an audit.
Timelines vary: correspondence reviews are often resolved within 4–8 weeks. Desk audits typically take 3–6 months. Field audits of complex business operations can take 12–18 months or more. Engaging professional representation typically speeds up the process — auditors work more efficiently when dealing with organized, well-documented submissions from professional representatives.
You have 90 days from the date of the Notice of Reassessment to file a formal Notice of Objection (T400A). Missing this deadline forfeits your right to dispute through the administrative process, though Tax Court has a longer limitation period. BOMCAS Canada can assess whether the reassessment is defensible and prepare the strongest possible objection if warranted.
Yes. Where a Burlington taxpayer's late filing, late payment, or other compliance failure resulted from circumstances beyond their control — serious illness, natural disaster, CRA error, or extreme hardship — we prepare and submit Taxpayer Relief applications (RC4288) requesting cancellation or waiver of accumulated penalties and interest. The CRA has discretion to grant relief going back up to 10 years.