General
Federal
Paid annually
Medical Expense Tax Credit
Worth up to
$5,000/year
What is it?
A non-refundable tax credit for eligible medical expenses paid for yourself, your spouse, or your dependants.
Credit on eligible expenses over $2,635 (or 3% of net income)
Who is it for?
- Must file an income tax return
How to Apply
- 1Keep all receipts for medical expenses during the year
- 2Claim on your tax return (Line 33099 or 33199)
- 3Choose any 12-month period ending in the tax year
- 4Include expenses for yourself, spouse, and minor children
Documents You May Need
Medical expense receipts
Prescription receipts
Travel expense records (if for medical treatment)
Filed income tax return
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$2,000
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$7,200
Canada Education Savings Grant
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