As a first time paper filer, does CRA need to see a pen (ink) sign? I am hoping to scan the signed documents and send it to my friend who will print and post it for me

[TurboTaxLise · Accepted solution]

They don't need to see an "inked" signature, they will process your return with or without one.

[nidarashid85]

Thank you for letting me know 😊

I still do not understand why first time filers need to paper file. 

[TurboTaxLise · Accepted solution]

Because the CRA doesn't have any of your information on file yet, so they have to manually enter it in, hence paper filing for first-time filers. 🙂