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Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 8,601
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The Canada caregiver credit is a non-refundable tax credit for individuals supporting a spouse or dependant with a mental or physical infirmity. It helps cover caregiving support claimed through tax return lines such as 30300, 30400, 30425, 30450, and 30500, with amounts up to $8,601 depending on the situation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 8,601 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Schedule 5 – Amounts for Spouse or Common-Law Partner and Dependants
- Signed statement from a medical practitioner, if requested
- Form T2201, Disability Tax Credit Certificate, if applicable
- Supporting income slips for a non-filing spouse or common-law partner, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals supporting a spouse or common-law partner
- Individuals supporting an eligible dependant
- Individuals supporting an infirm child under 18
Who is not eligible
- People claiming the same dependant under another eligible caregiver line
- People who do not support a dependant with a mental or physical infirmity
- People claiming certain dependant amounts that cannot be combined for the same person
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Quebec-specific forms apply for Quebec residents and non-residents where indicated
Processing and Agreement
- The CRA reviews the claim before approving or refusing it.
- If more information is needed, the CRA may contact the applicant or the medical practitioner.
- After a decision, the CRA sends an assessment notice by mail.
- If refused, the applicant can request a review or file an objection.
Additional information
- It is a non-refundable personal income tax credit.
- Supporting records should be kept in case the CRA asks for them later.
- If the CRA approves a claim, it may also affect related tax credits and adjustments.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada caregiver credit Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada caregiver credit. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Canada caregiver credit?
The Canada caregiver credit is a non-refundable tax credit for individuals supporting a spouse or dependant with a mental or physical infirmity. It helps cover caregiving support claimed through tax return lines such as 30300, 30400, 30425, 30450, and 30500, with amounts up to $8,601 depending on the situation.
How much funding can be received?
Canada caregiver credit Funds up to $8,601 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Canada caregiver credit program?
To be eligible for the Canada caregiver credit program, you must:
Support for infirm spouse or dependant
Dependent must meet income rules
Claim through the correct tax line
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada caregiver credit?
You can contact Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Canada caregiver credit available?
The Canada caregiver credit program is available across Canada.
Is the Canada caregiver credit a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada caregiver credit is a Tax Credits
Who are the financial supporters of the Canada caregiver credit?
Canada caregiver credit is funded by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)