Caregiving
Canada caregiver credit
A non-refundable tax credit for people supporting a spouse, common-law partner, or dependant with a physical or mental impairment.
Eligibility depends on the dependant's impairment and your support relationship.
Where you may see this
Schedule 5 and caregiver worksheets on the tax return.
The exact definition and rules can differ by program. Check the official rules for the benefit you are applying for.
Related terms
Caregiving
Family caregiver
A relative or chosen family member who provides unpaid care to someone with illness, disability, or aging-related needs.
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Compassionate care EI benefit
Temporary Employment Insurance income replacement when an eligible worker takes leave to care for or support a family member with a serious medical condition and a significant risk of death within 26 weeks, as certified by a medical doctor or nurse practitioner.
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Family caregiver EI benefit
Temporary Employment Insurance income replacement when an eligible worker takes leave to care for or support a critically ill or injured family member. Service Canada publishes separate benefits for critically ill or injured adults and for children, each with its own medical certificate rules and week limits.
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