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Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold
Tax credit support for eligible Ontario seniors
Funding available
$ 378
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Ontario residents who are eligible for the Ontario Trillium Benefit.
See full eligibility
Overview
The Ontario Sales Tax Credit provides support through the Ontario Trillium Benefit for eligible families in Ontario. It is determined from tax return information and may be received as part of monthly payments, with rules for annual amounts and one-time 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 : 378 $
Funds Providers
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
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario residents who are eligible for the Ontario Trillium Benefit.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Eligibility depends on age, relationship status, and family income threshold.
- The seniors’ threshold applies only in certain benefit years.
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
What is the Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold?
The Ontario Sales Tax Credit provides support through the Ontario Trillium Benefit for eligible families in Ontario. It is determined from tax return information and may be received as part of monthly payments, with rules for annual amounts and one-time payments.
How much funding can be received?
Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC) - Seniors' Income Threshold Funds up to $378 of admissible expenses.
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:
Eligible for the Ontario Sales Tax Credit
Eligible for at least one Ontario Trillium Benefit component
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 info@crtc.gc.ca or by phone at 1-877-249-2782.
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)