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Newcomer Tax Credits and Benefits You Can Claim
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One of the best reasons for newcomers to file a Canadian tax return is the money it unlocks. Filing is how you apply for federal and provincial benefits — many with no minimum time-in-Canada requirement. Here is what you can claim.
The GST/HST credit
A tax-free quarterly payment for individuals and families with low or modest income. You become eligible by filing a return. New residents can apply before their first filing using Form RC151.
The Canada Child Benefit (CCB)
A tax-free monthly payment for families with children under 18. Amounts are based on your family income and the number and ages of your children. Filing your return — and your spouse's — is what keeps it flowing.
Provincial and territorial credits
Most provinces add their own benefits on top, such as the Ontario Trillium Benefit or the BC family benefit. They are calculated from the same return — no separate application.
What you can claim
| Benefit | Who | How you apply |
|---|---|---|
| GST/HST credit | Low and modest-income individuals and families | File a return (or RC151 before your first filing) |
| Canada Child Benefit | Families with children under 18 | File your and your spouse's return |
| Provincial credits | Varies by province | Automatic from your return |
Most of these have no minimum residency period — you qualify based on your income and family situation, not how long you have been in Canada.
How to make sure you get them
- Get a SIN and file your return, even with little or no income
- Set up direct deposit in CRA My Account for faster payments
- Keep your address and marital status up to date — both affect your benefits
Amounts change yearly; verify current figures at canada.ca.
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We make sure newcomers claim every benefit they qualify for and apply residency dates correctly.
