How to Set Up a CRA Business Account
A Free Step-by-Step Guide
Setting up your CRA Business Account is the first step toward managing your company’s taxes, payroll, and GST/HST online. At ValueNode Accounting Professional Corporation, we help Alberta business owners register their corporations with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) quickly and correctly. Our free step-by-step guide explains how to open a CRA Business Account, link your Business Number (BN), and register for essential accounts such as Payroll (RP), GST/HST (RT), and Information Returns (RZ).
- View and file returns for all CRA program accounts in one place.
- Check account balances, payment history, and upcoming due dates.
- Submit documents and correspondence securely online.
- Authorize your accountant to manage filings on your behalf.
- Easily switch between multiple business numbers (BNs) if you own more than one business.
Whether you’re a new business owner or a growing small business in Alberta, this PDF will walk you through every step of CRA registration so you can stay compliant and focus on growth.
