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Canadians affected by the CRA data breach can now claim up to $5,000 as part of an $8.7 million settlement.

Following a data breach involving the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), a settlement amounting to $8.7 million has been reached, allowing affected Canadians to submit claims for up to $5,000 in compensation. The application process is currently open, prompting widespread interest and enabling eligible individuals to seek redress for privacy breaches related to their government online accounts. News outlets across Canada are informing the public about how to take advantage of this settlement.