The T1 General form, officially known as the Income Tax and Benefit Return, is the main document every Canadian uses to file personal income tax with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Whether you need a copy for a mortgage, loan, or future filing, knowing exactly where to find it on the CRA website saves time and confusion.
What is the T1 General Form on the CRA Website?
The T1 General form is the summary of your yearly tax return filed with CRA.
It includes your income, deductions, non-refundable credits, and the final tax balance or refund amount.
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This form is part of your tax package, available through the CRA website for each province and tax year.
When you file online through certified software or directly by paper, CRA stores your T1 information in your account.
If you have already filed, you can access your return and all related details by signing into CRA My Account — the agency’s secure online portal.
Where Can You Find the T1 General Form on the CRA Website?
You can find and download the T1 General form from the official CRA Forms and Publications page. Here’s how:
- Go to canada.ca/taxes
- Click “Forms and publications” under the “Tax resources” section.
- Select “Income tax package” for the year you need.
- Choose your province or territory of residence.
- Download the “T1 General Income Tax and Benefit Return” and any supporting schedules.
Each tax package includes instructions, schedules, and worksheets that correspond to the T1 General for that year.
CRA updates these packages annually, usually in January before the new filing season.
How to Access Your Filed T1 General Through CRA My Account
If you’ve already filed your taxes, you can easily retrieve your T1 through CRA’s online portal:
- Visit the CRA sign-in page.
- Choose “Sign in with CRA user ID and password” or use your online banking (Sign-In Partner).
- Once signed in, click “Tax returns” or “Tax returns and documents.”
- Select the tax year you want to view.
- Choose “View” or “Download” to access your T1 General return.
The document is available as a PDF and can be printed for official use. You can typically access up to 11 years of past returns online.
What if You Can’t Find the T1 General in CRA My Account?
Sometimes the full T1 return doesn’t appear online. Instead, CRA might display a Proof of Income Statement, which summarizes key details from your T1.
If your T1 General is missing:
- Check if you filed through paper or electronic means.
- Ensure your return has been assessed by CRA — unassessed returns won’t appear.
- Try downloading your Proof of Income Statement (Option C printout), which most lenders accept as proof of filing.
- If still unavailable, call CRA’s Individual Income Tax Enquiries line to request a mailed copy.
Can You Reprint a Previous T1 General Form?
Yes. Once your return has been assessed, you can reprint your T1 General or proof of income anytime.
Simply log in to CRA My Account, navigate to the desired year, and print the PDF.
If your return was filed using tax software such as TurboTax, Wealthsimple, or H&R Block, you can also retrieve a copy from their online portals.
For older returns (more than 11 years old), you may have to submit a written request or call CRA directly to obtain archived information.
Why You May Need Your T1 General
Your T1 General form is a key financial document used for:
- Applying for mortgages or personal loans
- Proving income for government benefits or child support
- Correcting or amending past tax filings using Form T1-ADJ
- Verifying income when applying for immigration or student aid programs
Because of its importance, keeping both a digital and printed copy of your most recent T1 return is strongly recommended.
Is It Safe to Access Your T1 on the CRA Website?
Yes. The CRA website and My Account portal are protected by secure encryption and multi-step authentication.
You’ll receive a one-time security code by mail or phone when registering for full access.
To protect your data:
- Always log out after viewing your return
- Avoid using public Wi-Fi when accessing CRA services
- Never share your login credentials, even with your tax preparer
CRA also allows you to set up email notifications to alert you whenever changes are made to your account.