Understanding the CRA Notice of Assessment (NOA)
                     UNDERSTANDING 
THE CRA NOTICE 
OF ASSESSMENT 
(NOA)
A CRA Notice of Assessment (NOA) is a summary the Canada 
Revenue Agency sends after they review your tax return. It shows 
your tax assessment and includes critical financial information, like 
RRSP contribution limits.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN 
THE CRA NOTICE OF 
ASSESSMENT
• Account Summary
• Tax Assessment Summary
• Explanation of Changes or Corrections
• RRSP/PRPP Deduction Limit
• Statements for Home Buyers’ Plan and Lifelong 
Learning Plan
HOW TO RECEIVE YOUR 
CRA NOTICE OF 
ASSESSMENT
• By Mail: Sent to the address on your tax return.
• Online: Available on the MyCRA app if registered 
for CRA Online Mail.
GETTING A COPY OF 
YOUR CRA NOTICE OF 
ASSESSMENT
• Online: View and print from CRA My Account for 
recent years.
• Mobile App: Use MyCRA for notices issued after 
February 9, 2015.
• By Phone: Call CRA, if online access is 
unavailable.
TIMELINE FOR RECEIVING 
YOUR NOTICE OF 
ASSESSMENT
• NETFILE Submissions: Up to 2 weeks.
• Mailed Returns: 4 to 6 weeks.
• Peak Periods or Non-Residents: Up to 8 weeks; may take 16 
weeks for non-residents.
EXPRESS NOTICE OF 
ASSESSMENT (EXPRESS 
NOA)
• Available immediately after processing if:
⚬ Registered for CRA My Account
⚬ Using NETFILE-certified software
REFUND TIMELINE AFTER 
RECEIVING NOTICE OF 
ASSESSMENT
• Refund generally arrives with the NOA.
• The refund may be deposited separately or arrive in the mail 
shortly after for electronic NOA.
HOW SAU CONSULTING 
CAN HELP
SAU Consulting supports businesses and individuals by 
providing expert guidance with CRA Notices of Assessment. 
Our services include:
• Reviewing your NOA for accuracy and possible issues
• Assisting in clarifying or disputing any CRA adjustments
• Providing advice on deductions, credits, and RRSP limits 
listed in your NOA
With SAU Consulting, ensure your Notice of Assessment is 
thoroughly reviewed, so you can feel confident in your tax 
results.
The CRA Notice of Assessment is an essential document to 
understand your tax standing. SAU Consulting is here to help 
you make sense of it and address any concerns, ensuring you 
make informed financial decisions based on your assessment.
CONTACT DETAILS
www.sauconsulting.ca
[email protected]
(587) 284 3266