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Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Ontario Tax Reduction may lower or eliminate Ontario income tax for eligible individuals. To claim it, you must file your personal income tax and benefit return with the CRA and complete Form ON428.
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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
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- General public
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Personal income tax and benefit return
- Completed Form ON428
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario residents who are Canadian residents on January 1 and Ontario residents on December 31.
- Individuals with eligible dependant children.
- Individuals with a dependant of any age who has a mental or physical impairment.
Who is not eligible
- Individuals who are not Canadian residents on January 1 and Ontario residents on December 31 of the same tax year.
- People who must pay Ontario additional tax for minimum tax purposes.
- Individuals claiming a dependant already claimed by another person for the year.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- The CRA reviews the filed tax return and Form ON428.
- If you disagree with the result, you can contact the CRA.
- A formal objection may be filed following the CRA assessment process.
Additional information
- The Ministry of Finance offers free webinars on Ontario taxes, credits, and benefits.
- If you disagree with a CRA assessment, you can file a formal objection.
- Other Ontario tax credits and benefits may also be available.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Tax Reduction Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Ontario Tax Reduction. 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 Tax Reduction?
The Ontario Tax Reduction may lower or eliminate Ontario income tax for eligible individuals. To claim it, you must file your personal income tax and benefit return with the CRA and complete Form ON428.
Who is eligible for the Ontario Tax Reduction program?
To be eligible for the Ontario Tax Reduction program, you must:
Canadian and Ontario residency rules apply.
Dependants may be claimed.
Only one claimant per dependant.
Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario Tax Reduction?
You can contact Ontario Ministry of Finance or by phone at 1-877-627-6645.
Where is the Ontario Tax Reduction available?
The Ontario Tax Reduction program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the Ontario Tax Reduction?
Ontario Tax Reduction is funded by Ontario Ministry of Finance