CERB Assistance & CRA Repayment Disputes
Many Canadians are now being asked by the Canada Revenue Agency to repay CERB benefits issued during the pandemic. We assist individuals who received repayment letters, were told they were ineligible, or believe the CRA has misinterpreted their income or employment circumstances.
If CRA has denied your CERB, CRB, CRSB or CRCB eligibility — or is demanding repayment — the next step is a judicial review in the Federal Court of Canada, where a judge decides whether CRA’s decision was reasonable.
I handle these applications from start to finish.
CERB Consultation Request
Due to the high volume of CERB consultation requests regarding eligibility to challenge CRA’s COVID-19 benefits repayment in Federal Court, prepaid consultations will be prioritized. We appreciate your understanding.
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Between 2020 and 2021, CERB eligibility rules changed multiple times. As a result, many people applied in good faith but are now being told they did not qualify. Common issues include:
Unclear or conflicting government guidance
Confusion over “net income” vs. “gross income”
Irregular or self-employment income
CRA’s review was automated with no individualized assessment of the applicant’s circumstances
Missing documentation from 2019 or 2020
A repayment request does not necessarily mean the CRA is correct. We review the details to determine whether the assessment is valid or whether a challenge is appropriate.
Request a Case Review Today!
If you have received a CERB repayment letter, been contacted by the CRA, or are unsure how to respond, we can help.
Please contact us to schedule a confidential review and provide copies of any letters or documents you received.
