CRA Says It Has $1.4 Billion in Uncashed Cheques Sitting in Its Coffers

A sign outside the Canada Revenue Agency is seen May 10, 2021 in Ottawa. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld

The Canada Revenue Agency says it will be sending e-notifications about uncashed cheques to 25,000 Canadians this month.

The federal agency says it has approximately $1.4 billion worth of uncashed cheques in its coffers that have accumulated over the years, with some dating back to 1998.