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Our role is simple: help you correct past tax mistakes while minimizing penalties, reducing interest, and protecting your financial future. From unfiled returns and underreported income to GST/HST errors and business filings, we’ve seen it all and we know how to fix it.
We’re a team of professionals offering hands-on, results-driven voluntary disclosure program help.
Every client receives tailored guidance, complete confidentiality, and the full backing of a firm that understands how to deal with the CRA — because we’ve done it successfully for over 15 years.
If you’ve made a mistake or fallen behind on your taxes, don’t wait for the CRA to take action. With the right help, there’s a clear path forward, and it starts here.
Individuals – Unfiled taxes, unreported income, late filings.
Small Businesses – GST/HST compliance, incorrect deductions, unreported transactions.
Content Creators & Freelancers – OnlyFans creators, influencers, gig workers who need tax guidance.
The CRA recommends that you complete and submit Form RC199, Voluntary Disclosure Program (VDP) Application, to apply to the VDP. You can also apply by sending a letter with the same information requested on the form, as long as it includes:
You should always consult with our voluntary disclosure experts before applying to the VDP to: confirm that it’s your best option, increase the likelihood of getting accepted, and ensure the best results.
As of this writing, there have been no recent changes to Canada's Voluntary Disclosures Program (VDP) since the major overhaul that took effect on March 1, 2018.The most significant updates to the Voluntary Disclosures Program were introduced at that time, including the following:
Failing to file full and accurate tax and/or GST/HST returns can lead to serious consequences, including interest charges, financial penalties, and even legal action in cases of willful non-compliance. Acceptance into the Voluntary Disclosures Program (VDP) can help reduce these risks. By coming forward voluntarily, you may be eligible for relief from prosecution and some penalties, depending on your situation. The program encourages transparency and provides an opportunity to correct past errors before the CRA takes enforcement action.
Participating in the Voluntary Disclosure Program involves sharing sensitive financial and personal information. We take privacy seriously and are committed to protecting the confidentiality of all disclosures.
The CRA is bound by Canadian laws like the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act to maintain confidentiality in the Voluntary Disclosure Program. Therefore, the VDP must ensure the protection of taxpayers' personal information and maintain confidentiality throughout the disclosure process.
As part of the process, a risk assessment is conducted to evaluate the nature of the disclosure, the potential for penalties, and the likelihood of enforcement action. This assessment is designed to help you make informed decisions and manage your exposure.
Security, transparency, and trust are at the core of how we operate. If you have questions about how your information will be used or how risk is assessed, our team is available to walk you through the details before you proceed.
I recently worked with Faris CPA regarding my many years of outstanding personal and corporate tax returns. Sam has submitted all returns under the voluntary disclosure program, he was incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. He was knowledgeable, responsive, and took the time to explain everything in detail. Thanks to his expertise, I felt confident in my decisions. I highly recommend Faris CPA, especially if you have the chance to work with Sam!
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· August 2024
If you have unreported income, late tax filings, or errors in previous returns, you may qualify. Eligibility for the Voluntary Disclosure Program is determined individually, but there are basic requirements that must be met. To be considered, the following conditions apply:
Yes, but penalties and interest can be reduced significantly, and you avoid legal consequences.
Yes! Your voluntary disclosure remains confidential, protecting your privacy.
Nobody can guarantee an outcome. However, we can tell you that the CRA decides on a case-by-case basis and that the risk of prosecution increases with the amount of unreported income and the severity of the mistakes made in a voluntary disclosure.
The CRA requires voluntary disclosures to go as far back as records exist. In other words, if the income of a Canadian taxpayer was unreported for 20 years, they expect the voluntary disclosure application to include 20 years of filings if the documentation is available.
