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Receiving unexpected money from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) can be surprising. Many Canadians wonder why they got a payment instead of owing money or simply getting a tax refund. This post explains common reasons why the CRA might send you money, what it means, and what you should do next. A Canadian tax refund cheque on a wooden desk Understanding CRA Payments The CRA sends money to taxpayers for several reasons. It is not always a simple tax refund from overpaying taxes