🔍 Find CRA forms in accessible formats & request alternate formats
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) offers ways to help you locate and obtain tax forms and publications in accessible formats such as digital audio, electronic text (eText), braille, and large print. These options are part of the CRA’s commitment to accessibility under the Accessible Canada Act.
📄 How to find accessible CRA forms
To locate a form you need:
- 👉 Go to the CRA’s Forms and publications section where all forms are listed by form number and title.
- 👉 Search for the form number (e.g. T2201) or the form name in the list to find links to downloadable copies.
- 👉 On the form’s page, look for available formats including standard PDF and any accessible versions like large print or eText.
If the accessible version you want is listed, you can download it directly from the CRA site.
📥 Alternate accessible formats
If your preferred format isn’t available online, you can request alternate formats from the CRA:
- 🎧 Digital audio – an audio file version you can listen to;
- 📄 Electronic text (eText) – useful with screen-reading software;
- 🟡 Large print – easy-to-read print version;
- ⠿ Braille – printed in braille for tactile reading.
To get an alternate format that’s not on the form’s page, click the “Ask for an alternate format” link and fill out the CRA’s order form before submitting.
🧠 Tips for searching and downloading
- 📌 Use the form number when searching — it’s the quickest way to locate the exact form.
- 📑 Make sure the year of the form matches the tax year you’re filing for, as CRA forms often change yearly.
- 💾 Download the file first and open it with a suitable program (e.g., Adobe Reader for PDFs) for best results.
📞 Getting help
If you need support finding or ordering accessible formats, contact the CRA using the contact options listed on their website. They can help you find forms, explain formats, and assist with your request.
