The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)'s goal is to send you a notice of assessment, as well as any refund, within:

• two weeks, when you file online
• eight weeks, when you file a paper return
• 16 weeks, when you file a non-resident return

These timelines apply to returns that are received on or before the due date.

The CRA may take longer to process your return if it is selected for a more detailed review.