What does this mean? "Once your return has been processed, the CRA will send you a notice of assessment in the mail" Is a notice of assessment my cheque?

[holly_pm]

I am not signed up for direct deposit. The wording here sounds misleading and doesn't sound like a notice of assessment includes my actual refund

[TurboTaxJeffrey · Accepted solution]

If you are not registered for direct deposit, and are expecting a refund, then a cheque will accompany your notice of assessment.  The Notice of Assessment is showing what CRA officially accepts for your tax return, including any changes they may have made.

For more information on what is reported on a Notice of Assessment, please refer to this link:

http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/gncy/ntcslttrs/n/menu-eng.html