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Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold
Tax credit support for eligible Ontario seniors
Last Update: April 26, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario
Overview
Ontario sales tax credit for seniors using a higher income threshold. Supports eligible families with annual tax credit payments based on tax return information.
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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
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario families eligible for the Ontario Sales Tax Credit.
- Seniors aged 64 or older, or families with a senior spouse or partner.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Tax returns are assessed to determine the eligible OSTC recipient.
- If both spouses qualify, the first T1 return assessed determines who receives the family amount.
- When circumstances change, the amount is recalculated based on current status.
- A notice of redetermination is issued if a previous recipient must repay amounts.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold. 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 Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold?
Ontario sales tax credit for seniors using a higher income threshold. Supports eligible families with annual tax credit payments based on tax return information.
Who is eligible for the Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold program?
To be eligible for the Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold program, you must:
At least one adult aged 64+
Eligible for Ontario Sales Tax Credit
Annual tax return required
Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold?
You can contact Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold available?
The Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold is a Tax Credits
Who are the financial supporters of the Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold?
Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold is funded by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)