Closed
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,813
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Nunavut
Overview
The Canada Workers Benefit is a refundable tax credit for low-income workers. It supports eligible filers through a basic amount, a disability supplement, and advanced payments.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,813 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia, Nunavut
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Schedule 6, Canada Workers Benefit.
- RC210 slip, if received.
- Form T2201, Disability Tax Credit Certificate, if claiming the disability supplement.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals working and earning low income.
- Eligible families.
- Tax filers in Canada.
- Applicants claiming the disability supplement, if eligible for the disability tax credit.
Who is not eligible
- Full-time students for more than 13 weeks without an eligible dependant.
- Individuals confined in prison or a similar institution for at least 90 days.
- Individuals exempt from Canadian income tax as foreign officials or their family members.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Quebec
- Nunavut
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- The CRA determines eligibility when the tax return is filed.
- If approved, the benefit is sent automatically for eligible advanced payments.
- For advance payments, the tax return must be received before November 1 of the benefit period.
Additional information
- The benefit is a refundable tax credit.
- It has two parts: a basic amount and a disability supplement.
- Advance payments may be issued automatically if eligible.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada workers benefit (CWB) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada workers benefit (CWB). 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 workers benefit (CWB)?
The Canada Workers Benefit is a refundable tax credit for low-income workers. It supports eligible filers through a basic amount, a disability supplement, and advanced payments.
How much funding can be received?
Canada workers benefit (CWB) Funds up to $2,813 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Canada workers benefit (CWB) program?
To be eligible for the Canada workers benefit (CWB) program, you must:
Resident of Canada
Working income required
Meets income limits
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada workers benefit (CWB)?
You can contact Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) by email at none or by phone at 1-800-959-8281.
Where is the Canada workers benefit (CWB) available?
The Canada workers benefit (CWB) program is available the province of British Columbia, Nunavut.
Is the Canada workers benefit (CWB) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada workers benefit (CWB) is a Tax Credits
Who are the financial supporters of the Canada workers benefit (CWB)?
Canada workers benefit (CWB) is funded by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)