Canada's clean economy tax credit program faces processing backlog as CRA staffs up
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Darius Snieckus
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Summary
Canada's clean economy investment tax credit (ITC) program, a cornerstone of the country's plan to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, is experiencing significant processing delays. Of the 1,750 claims worth $1.6 billion filed under six ITCs, between 69% and 87% remain marked as "in progress" according to CRA data. The Canada Revenue Agency has added about 60 staff to address the backlog and reports processing times are improving. Industry observers acknowledge the delays but remain optimistic that the program will become an effective mechanism once fully operational.
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The agency has added about 60 staff and says processing times are speeding up.
Industry observers say the backlog reflects a growing ap...
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