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Alberta > Employment Law > The difference between employees and independent contractors

How can I confirm the nature of the relationship before it becomes a problem?

Either party can request an “advance ruling” from the Canada Revenue Agency. An advance ruling can provide much certainty about the status of the relationship being entered into. However, this process can take quite a bit of time.

To request an advance ruling, use Form CPT1, Request for a Ruling as the Status of a Worker under the Canada Pension Plan and/or the Employment Insurance Act, available at www.cra.gc.ca/forms or by calling 1.800.959.2221.

For more information on rulings, visit http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/gncy/prgrms_srvcs/dsgr/cpp_-eng.html

 


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May 2008
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