Is the TFSA room displayed in my CRA account always current?
Why CRA's TFSA Room May Need Reconciliation. Understand the Canadian tax rules, records to gather and practical next steps before preparing your return.
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The direct answer
No. CRA relies on information reported by issuers, so current-year transactions may not yet be reflected. Use your own complete contribution and withdrawal records from every institution. Your room is shared across all your TFSAs; each account does not have a separate annual allowance. A screen showing room does not replace that reconciliation.
Use transaction records alongside CRA information
Financial institutions report TFSA information to CRA, but the displayed figure may not include every recent transaction. Save the CRA information as a reference and compare it with your own complete records. Identify contributions, withdrawals and corrections by date. This is especially important if several institutions are involved or you have recently moved money between accounts.
Resolve differences before relying on the number
If a transaction seems missing or duplicated, identify which institution supplied it and retain the supporting statement. Do not assume either a memory-based total or an account-screen figure is automatically complete. Ask the issuer about an apparent reporting error and keep any correction notice. A reconciled schedule is easier to review than disconnected screenshots from several dates.
What to gather before the review
- Complete TFSA statements and transaction exports
- CRA contribution-room information and reporting dates
- Issuer corrections and transfer documentation
Can I rely only on the room shown in My Account?
Use it with your own records. Recent transactions and reporting delays can affect the display, so confirm the available room before making a contribution that approaches your limit.
Your next step
Make one dated transaction list and compare it with the CRA figure before contributing.
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Calculate your TFSA contribution room
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