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Ontario Trillium Benefit
Tax-free support for Ontario living costs
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Ontario Trillium Benefit is a tax-free payment for eligible Ontario residents to help cover energy, sales, and property tax costs. It combines the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit, Northern Ontario Energy Credit, and Ontario Sales Tax Credit, with 2026 benefits paid monthly or as a single lump sum.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Payment for energy costs, sales tax, and property taxes.
Documents Needed
- Personal Income Tax and Benefit Return
- Form ON-BEN for OEPTC or NOEC
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario residents who meet the eligibility criteria for at least one component credit.
Who is not eligible
- People who are not Ontario residents for the relevant credit
- People who do not file a tax return
Eligible expenses
- Energy costs
- Sales tax
- Property tax
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
- Northern Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- The CRA determines entitlement based on the information in your return.
- You will receive a notice if you are entitled to the benefit.
- Payment amounts may be used to pay debts owed to the Canada Revenue Agency or its external partners.
Additional information
- The benefit is tax-free.
- It is administered by the Canada Revenue Agency on behalf of the Ontario government.
- Payments are issued separately from your tax refund.
- The benefit is adjusted each year for inflation using the Ontario Consumer Price Index.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Trillium Benefit Program
What is the Ontario Trillium Benefit?
The Ontario Trillium Benefit is a tax-free payment for eligible Ontario residents to help cover energy, sales, and property tax costs. It combines the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit, Northern Ontario Energy Credit, and Ontario Sales Tax Credit, with 2026 benefits paid monthly or as a single lump sum.
Who is eligible for the Ontario Trillium Benefit program?
To be eligible for the Ontario Trillium Benefit program, you must:
Eligible for at least one component credit
File a 2025 tax return
Complete Form ON-BEN for OEPTC and/or NOEC if applicable
What expenses are eligible under Ontario Trillium Benefit?
Payment for energy costs, sales tax, and property taxes.
Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario Trillium Benefit?
You can contact Government of Ontario or by phone at 1-877-627-6645.
Where is the Ontario Trillium Benefit available?
The Ontario Trillium Benefit program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Ontario Trillium Benefit a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ontario Trillium Benefit is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Ontario Trillium Benefit?
Ontario Trillium Benefit is funded by Government of Ontario, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Ontario Ministry of Finance