What Is a T4 Slip and When Will I Receive It?
A T4, Statement of Remuneration Paid, summarizes employment income and payroll deductions for the year. It is one of the most common documents used on a Canadian personal tax return.
The slip can show employment income, income tax deducted, CPP contributions, EI premiums and other reported amounts.
When should you receive a T4?
Employers generally have to give employees their T4 slips by the last day of February following the calendar year the slip covers. Employers also file T4 information with the CRA.
How can a T4 be delivered?
Employers may provide T4 slips through a secure electronic portal, on paper, or by email when the required consent rules are met. Former employees or employees on extended leave may have different electronic-delivery requirements.
What if your T4 is missing?
Contact the employer first. You can also check CRA My Account because slips may appear there after the employer files them with the CRA. If a slip is still missing close to your filing deadline, do not simply ignore the income.
Check the slip before filing
Compare the employer name, your identity information and the main income/deduction amounts with your records. If something looks wrong, ask the employer whether an amended slip is required.
FAQ
Is a T4 the same as a pay stub?
No. A pay stub covers a specific pay period. A T4 summarizes annual employment income and deductions.
When is the T4 deadline?
Employers generally must provide T4 slips by the last day of February after the calendar year.
Can I find my T4 in My Account?
Often yes, after the employer has filed the slip and the CRA has processed it.
Call to action
If you have several T4s, other tax slips or a missing employment slip, GROWS Financial can help you make sure the return includes the right information.
Related services: Personal Tax, Payroll.
Related reading: Why Is So Much Tax Deducted From My Paycheque?
Official sources for fact-checking
- CRA – Employers’ Guide: Filing the T4 Slip and Summary
- CRA – What you need to know for the 2026 tax-filing season
Last reviewed: October 21, 2026.