CRA goes into competition with with the banks.

They are offering better than bank rates if you overpay your taxes.

Canada Revenue Agency: Interest Rates for the First Calendar Quarter

OTTAWA, ONTARIO–(Marketwire - Dec. 3, 2009) - The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) today announced the prescribed annual interest rates that will apply to any amounts owed to the CRA and to any amounts the CRA owes to individuals and corporations. These rates are calculated quarterly in accordance with applicable legislation and will be in effect from January 1, 2010 to March 31, 2010.

Income tax

- The interest rate charged on overdue taxes, Canada Pension Plan contributions, and Employment Insurance premiums will be 5%.

- The interest rate paid on overpayments will be 3%.

- The interest rate used to calculate taxable benefits for employees and shareholders from interest-free and low-interest loans will be 1%.
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Dan White