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Non-refundable federal credit for eligible adoption expenses paid to complete an adoption under provincial rules.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/line-31350-adoption-expenses.html

Government-matched deposits into an AgriInvest account for eligible farming income, subject to annual deposit limits.

• https://www.agr.gc.ca/eng/agricultural-programs/agriinvest/?id=1360659128420

Margin-based income stabilization for enrolled farmers when margins fall compared with an Olympic reference margin.

• https://www.agr.gc.ca/eng/agricultural-programs/agristability/?id=1461765247665

Monthly tax-free benefit for people aged 60 to 64 whose spouse or partner receives GIS and full OAS.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/old-age-security/guaranteed-income-supplement/allowance.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/old-age-security/guaranteed-income-supplement/allowance-survivor.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/old-age-security/payments.html

Monthly tax-free benefit for widowed people aged 60 to 64 with low income.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/old-age-security/guaranteed-income-supplement/allowance-survivor.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/old-age-security/payments.html

Living and training allowance for carded national-stream athletes nominated by your NSO; tuition support may be available while studying.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/funding/athlete-assistance.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/funding/athlete-assistance/policies-procedures.html

Non-refundable federal tax credit for supporting an infirm spouse or dependant.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/canada-caregiver-amount.html

Tax-free monthly payment for families with children under 18.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/canada-child-benefit-overview.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/canada-child-benefit-overview/canada-child-benefit-we-calculate-your-ccb.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/forms-publications/publications/rc4476-qc/birth-registration-canada-child-benefits.html

New federal monthly disability income support for eligible adults ages 18 to 64.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/disability/canada-disability-benefit.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/disability/canada-disability-benefit/amount.html

Government RESP grant: 20% basic match plus possible additional CESG by income.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/registered-education-savings-plans-resps/canada-education-savings-programs-cesp/canada-education-savings-grant-cesg.html

Education savings support for low-income families, no RESP contribution required.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/registered-education-savings-plans-resps/canada-education-savings-programs-cesp/canada-learning-bond.html

Refundable federal credit against eligible tuition and fees, funded from a Canada training credit limit that grows when you file returns and meet age/residence rules.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/line-45350-canada-training-credit.html

Refundable tax credit for low-income workers, claimed at tax time.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/canada-workers-benefit.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/forms-publications/tax-packages-years/general-income-tax-benefit-package/5000-s6.html
• https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/cra-arc/formspubs/pbg/5000-s6/5000-s6-25e.txt
• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/line-45300-canada-workers-benefit-cwb/net-income-not-eligible.html

Federal dental coverage for households without private insurance.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/dental.html

Performance awards for Olympic medals ($20k / $15k / $10k) and world-level results in non-Olympic years, for eligible Team Canada athletes.

• https://olympic.ca/programs/athlete-excellence-fund/

Paralympic medal performance awards structured like the Olympic Athlete Excellence Fund ($20k / $15k / $10k for gold / silver / bronze on the published schedule).

• https://paralympic.ca/
• https://paralympic.ca/news/canadian-paralympic-athletes-will-receive-financial-recognition-podium-performances/

Tax-free monthly VAC payment for unpaid caregivers of veterans with a severe, service-related disability and a disability benefit.

• https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/housing-and-home-life/help-at-home/caregiver-recognition-benefit
• https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/about-vac/resources/rates

Tax-free monthly payment added to CCB for children under 18 who are approved for the DTC.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/child-disability-benefit.html

Monthly payment for children of a CPP disabled or deceased contributor.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/payment-amounts.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/cpp-childrens-benefit.html

Monthly CPP disability pension for contributors under age 65 with severe and prolonged disability.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/cpp-disability-benefit.html

Monthly pension from age 60+ for people with CPP contributions.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/payment-amounts.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/cpp-benefit/amount.html

Monthly pension for surviving legal spouse or common-law partner of a CPP contributor.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/payment-amounts.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/cpp-survivor-pension.html

Monthly Pension Act disability payments may still go to veterans whose entitlement was established under older rules; new claims follow current VAC programs.

• https://veterans.gc.ca/en/financial-programs-and-services/compensation-illness-or-injury/disability-benefits
• https://veterans.gc.ca/en/about-vac/resources/rates
• https://public.cdn.cloud.veterans.gc.ca/pdf/resources/rates/disability-pension-rates-2026.pdf

Deduction for certain attendant care and disability-support expenses tied to earning income or attending education, where CRA rules are met.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/disability-supports-deduction.html

Federal non-refundable tax credit for people with a severe and prolonged impairment certified on Form T2201.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/segments/tax-credits-deductions-persons-disabilities/disability-tax-credit.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/line-31600-disability-amount-self.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/line-31800-disability-amount-transferred-a-dependant.html

Up to 15 weeks at 55% of insurable earnings, to a max weekly amount.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-maternity-parental.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-maternity-parental/benefit-amount.html

Standard or extended EI parental leave benefits for new parents.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-maternity-parental.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-maternity-parental/benefit-amount.html

Up to 26 weeks if you cannot work for medical reasons.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-sickness.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-sickness/benefit-amount.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-sickness/qualify.html

Voluntary EI program for self-employed workers who register, pay premiums, and meet minimum earned-income tests before claiming.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-self-employed-workers.html

Deduction for eligible workspace-in-the-home expenses when your employer signs CRA’s certification form and conditions for salaried employees are met.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/employment-expenses.html

Income replacement after job loss if you have enough insurable hours.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-regular-benefit.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-regular-benefit/eligibility.html

Department of Justice grants that expand victim services and partnerships across Canada, accessed by governments and NGOs, not as individual cheques.

• https://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/cj-jp/victims-victimes/fvf-fdv/index.html

Tax-deductible contributions to an FHSA for eligible first-time homebuyers, subject to participation room and Schedule 15 reporting.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/first-home-savings-account/tax-deductions-fhsa-contributions.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/line-20805-fhsa-deduction.html

National-team athlete services: mental health, career counselling, education planning, and transition resources.

• https://mygameplan.ca/

Quarterly tax-free payment to offset sales tax. Renaming to CGEB July 2026 with a 25% increase.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/gst-hst-credit.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/canada-groceries-essentials-benefit.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/forms-publications/forms/rc151.html

Tax-free monthly top-up for low-income seniors who receive Old Age Security.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/old-age-security/guaranteed-income-supplement.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/old-age-security/payments.html

Non-refundable federal credit for qualifying renovations that improve accessibility or reduce risk of harm in a principal residence for a senior or a DTC-eligible person.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/line-31285-home-accessibility-expenses.html

Temporary federal health coverage (not cash) for many refugees, claimants, and protected persons until you qualify for provincial or territorial health insurance.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/refugees/help-within-canada/health-care/interim-federal-health-program.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/refugees/help-within-canada/health-care/interim-federal-health-program/eligibility.html

Non-refundable federal credit for eligible medical expenses above the threshold based on net income (and family member rules on Schedule 5).

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/lines-33099-33199-eligible-medical-expenses-you-claim-on-your-tax-return.html

Refundable federal tax credit for qualifying renovations that create a self-contained secondary suite for a senior or a DTC-eligible adult in your home.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/line-45355-mhrtc/how-claim-mhrtc.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/line-45355-mhrtc/expenses-claim-mhrtc.html

Free language classes, employment help, and orientation through IRCC-funded agencies.

• https://ircc.canada.ca/english/newcomers/services/index.asp

Federal deductions for residents of prescribed northern and intermediate zones, including a travel component when conditions are met.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/forms-publications/forms/t2222.html

Federal subsidy that lowers shelved prices on nutritious food and essentials sold by registered northern retailers and suppliers serving eligible communities, including all Nunavut hamlets.

• https://www.nutritionnorthcanada.gc.ca/eng/1415538638170/1415538670874
• https://www.nutritionnorthcanada.gc.ca/eng/1416323792385/1416323889278
• https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2024/10/external-review-of-nutrition-north-canada-seeks-to-enhance-food-security-in-the-north.html

Monthly taxable pension from age 65 for long-term residents and citizens, with a 10% increase from age 75.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/old-age-security.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/old-age-security/payments.html

VAC tax-free compensation for service-related disability, monthly or lump-sum, based on medical adjudication.

• https://veterans.gc.ca/en/about-vac/reports-policies-and-legislation/policies/pain-and-suffering-compensation
• https://veterans.gc.ca/en/financial-programs-and-services/compensation-illness-or-injury/disability-benefits
• https://veterans.gc.ca/en/about-vac/resources/rates
• https://public.cdn.cloud.veterans.gc.ca/pdf/resources/rates/psc-2026.pdf

Grants for parasport clubs and programs (CPC Paralympic Sport Development Fund) plus provincial parasport and classification supports accessed through PSOs.

• https://paralympic.ca/
• https://paralympic.ca/funding-opportunities

Government disability savings incentives paid into an RDSP.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/registered-disability-savings-plan-rdsp/canada-disability-savings-grant-canada-disability-savings-bond.html

Temporary monthly income support and related resettlement help for government-assisted refugees, coordinated by IRCC service providers.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/refugees/help-within-canada/government-assisted-refugee-program.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals/service-delivery/resettlement-assistance-program.html

Deduction for eligible apprentice mechanics who must buy tools for employment and meet CRA certification and expense tests.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/line-2290-tradespersons-tools-deduction.html

Lump-sum **death benefits**, **funeral and burial** assistance, and **cemetery / commemoration** supports may be available to eligible survivors or estates when a CAF member or veteran dies.

• https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/financial-programs-and-services/death-and-bereavement/
• https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/financial-support/death-and-bereavement/death-benefit
• https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/financial-programs-and-services/death-and-bereavement/death-and-bereavement-programs/educational-assistance-children
• https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/financial-programs-and-services/death-and-bereavement/death-and-bereavement-programs/canadian-forces-income-support-survivors

Monthly or ongoing survivor benefits may apply under the *Pension Act* and the newer **Pension for Life** framework (e.g., Income Replacement Benefit for eligible survivors), depending on the veteran’s VAC file.

• https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/families-and-caregivers/financial-programs-and-services/survivors-pension
• https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/financial-support/income-support/income-replacement-benefit-survivors
• https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/about-vac/reports-policies-and-legislation/policies

Non-refundable federal amounts if you volunteered at least 200 eligible hours with a fire department or an eligible search-and-rescue organization (mutually exclusive lines).

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/line-31220-volunteer-firefighters-amount-line-31240-search-rescue-volunteers-amount.html

One-step income-tested subsidies (published range roughly 25–75%) on Genesis Place recreation, Airdrie Transit passes, and other eligible municipal fees for qualifying residents.

• https://www.airdrie.ca/index.cfm?serviceID=2414
• https://www.airdrie.ca/index.cfm?serviceID=2157

Monthly Alberta disability income support plus health benefits for eligible adults 18 to 64.

• https://www.alberta.ca/aish-eligibility
• https://www.alberta.ca/aish-what-you-get
• https://manuals.alberta.ca/aish-policy-manual/aish-program-policy/benefits/core-benefits/living-allowance/

In-kind health coverage for eligible low-income Alberta adults and children.

• https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-adult-health-benefit
• https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-child-health-benefit

Provincial program for medically required equipment and supplies after an AADL authorizer assessment.

• https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-aids-to-daily-living
• https://www.alberta.ca/aadl-benefits-covered

Quarterly provincial cash payment for low and middle-income Alberta families with children.

• https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-child-and-family-benefit

Public drug coverage for eligible Alberta seniors (typically starting the month after you turn 65) with cost-sharing on many prescriptions and separate rules for diabetes supplies.

• https://www.alberta.ca/coverage-for-seniors-program

Monthly support for Albertans with very low income to cover basic living and shelter costs.

• https://www.alberta.ca/income-support
• https://www.alberta.ca/income-support-what-you-get
• https://manuals.alberta.ca/income-and-employment-supports-policy-manual/income-support-program/etw-and-bfe-policy-procedures/06-core-essential/core-essential/
• https://manuals.alberta.ca/income-and-employment-supports-policy-manual/income-support-program/etw-and-bfe-policy-procedures/05-core-shelter/private-housing/

Long-term or temporary rent assistance for eligible low-income renters, prioritized by need; apply through Alberta’s housing service managers.

• https://www.alberta.ca/rent-assistance

Monthly Alberta top-up for low-income seniors receiving OAS.

• https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-seniors-benefit

Defer payment of your residential property tax through a low-interest provincial loan if you qualify as a senior homeowner with enough equity.

• https://www.alberta.ca/seniors-property-tax-deferral-program

Extra monthly amount on an eligible Alberta assistance case when a physician/nurse practitioner confirms a qualifying special diet.

• https://www.alberta.ca/special-diet-allowance

City discretion to cancel or reduce late-payment penalties after serious illness, death, or similar hardship.

• https://www.calgary.ca/property-owners/taxes/ptax-penalty-relief-program.html

Reduced monthly Calgary Transit pass pricing through Fair Entry.

• https://www.calgarytransit.com/fares---passes/passes/low-income-monthly-pass.html
• https://www.calgary.ca/fairentry

No-cost spay/neuter, microchip, and related veterinary items for eligible cats when approved through Fair Entry.

• https://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/ABS/Pages/Animal-Services/No-cost-spay-neuter-program.aspx
• https://www.calgary.ca/social-services/low-income/fair-entry-subsidy/how-to-apply.html

City credits for qualifying homeowners when property taxes jump, plus related waste fee rebates when approved through Fair Entry.

• https://www.calgary.ca/social-services/seniors/property-tax-assistance.html

Major discounts for recreation programs and facility passes through Fair Entry.

• https://www.calgary.ca/fairentry/feeassistance
• https://www.calgary.ca/social-services/low-income/fair-entry-subsidy/programs.html

Coverage for select dental and optical services for income-eligible Alberta seniors after enrolling in Seniors Financial Assistance and pre-authorization steps.

• https://www.alberta.ca/dental-optical-assistance-seniors

Reduced or free access to eligible City of Edmonton recreation facilities.

• https://www.edmonton.ca/programs_services/leisure-access-program
• https://www.edmonton.ca/sites/default/files/public-files/LeisureAccessRideTransitApplicationInformation.pdf

Reduced Edmonton transit costs through subsidized Arc fare caps.

• https://www.edmonton.ca/ets/subsidized-transit.aspx
• https://www.edmonton.ca/sites/default/files/public-files/LeisureAccessRideTransitApplicationInformation.pdf

Up to 75% off eligible memberships, punch passes, and registered programs at participating City of Grande Prairie recreation and culture facilities for qualifying low-income households.

• https://www.cityofgp.com/parks-recreation/programs-camps-funding/grants-funding/recreation-access-program

Up to $350 per child per calendar year toward organized sport registration for eligible families in Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, and Parkland County.

• https://www.sprucegrove.org/community/sports-recreation/recreation-without-barriers/
• https://kidsportcanada.ca/alberta/parkland/

Up to $200 per eligible person per year toward arts or culture opportunities for qualifying Leduc or Leduc County residents.

• https://www.leduc.ca/community/family-community-support-services/housing-financial-support
• https://www.leduc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Leduc-Creative-Culture-Connection-Application.pdf

Free annual Leduc Recreation Centre membership for eligible City of Leduc or Leduc County residents when income tests in City materials are met.

• https://www.leduc.ca/community/family-community-support-services/housing-financial-support
• https://www.leduc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Leduc-RAP-Application-Form.pdf

City-administered subsidies (published example: up to $150 per person per half-year season) toward eligible multi-day recreation or culture programs delivered in Lethbridge.

• https://www.lethbridge.ca/community-services-supports/community-social-development-csd/fee-assistance-program/

Income-tested Fair Entry approval unlocks deep discounts on City recreation and Esplanade programs and reduced monthly transit passes, with published per-person annual subsidy caps.

• https://www.medicinehat.ca/community-support-culture-safety/community-support/fair-entry/

Town programs can provide up to $250 per calendar year for sport, recreation, and culture (ages 17 and under) and up to $200 per applicant for minor sports through the Ron Campbell Sports Fund when need is shown.

• https://www.peaceriver.ca/playsports
• https://www.peaceriver.ca/media/file/ron-campbell-sport-scholarship

Provincial grants for Alberta athletes on national and international pathways (amounts vary by tier and sport).

• https://www.alberta.ca/podium-alberta

Up to $200/year per eligible person toward Safe & Healthy Communities registrations plus a Recreation Pass Card for City drop-in facilities, with same-day enrollment for listed program qualifiers.

• https://reddeer.ca/recreation-and-culture/recreation/facility-admission-fees--pass-prices/fee-assistance-program/

For Town of Slave Lake families in financial need: published benefits include 50% off course fees (capped per course), access to several Town courses per year, and a 12-month Multi-Facility Pass.

• https://slavelake.ca/2218/Community-Programs

Financial help for eligible seniors toward approved appliances and health or personal supports, applied through Seniors Financial Assistance.

• https://www.alberta.ca/seniors-special-needs-assistance

LICO-tested subsidy for memberships, up to $150/child on City registered programs, and reduced All Aboard transit passes.

• https://stalbert.ca/city/fcss/programs-services/subsidy-program/
• https://stalbert.ca/rec/activities/admissions/subsidy/

No-cost Active Pass+ drop-in access and Recreation Access Program (RAP) discounts on County-run programs for income-eligible residents.

• https://www.strathcona.ca/community-families/affordable-services/everybody-gets-to-play/
• https://www.strathcona.ca/recreation-events/activities/active-pass/

About $10/month conventional transit pass when approved, plus partner recreation discounts (e.g. Regional Recreation Corporation) for eligible Wood Buffalo residents 18+.

• https://www.rmwb.ca/programs-and-services/transit/low-income-fare-transit-program-lift/
• https://www.rrcwb.ca/wbrsp

Recreation centre access and program discounts for full-time Abbotsford residents who meet after-tax low-income tests or hardship pathways.

• https://www.abbotsford.ca/subsidy-programs

Monthly provincial payment toward child care costs for eligible families, apply and renew annually; amounts depend on income, family size, and care type.

• https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/family-social-supports/caring-for-young-children/child-care/affordable-child-care-benefit

Automatic monthly fee reductions at participating licensed child care programs, savings show up on your bill, not as a separate provincial cheque.

• https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/family-social-supports/caring-for-young-children/childcarebc-programs/child-care-fee-reduction-initiative-provider-opt-in-status/information-for-families

Former B.C. quarterly credit paid with the GST/HST credit. The program has ended; April 2025 was the last payment.

• https://www.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/taxes/income-taxes/personal/credits/climate-action

Provincial income and health supports for British Columbians with a Persons with Disabilities designation who meet financial eligibility.

• https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/family-social-supports/services-for-people-with-disabilities/disability-assistance/on-disability-assistance
• https://www.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/bc-employment-and-assistance-rate-tables/disability-assistance-rate-table

Provincial help with prescription drug costs through income-tested deductibles and family maximums, coverage, not a cash benefit.

• https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/health-drug-coverage/pharmacare-for-bc-residents/who-we-cover/fair-pharmacare-plan
• https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/health-drug-coverage/pharmacare-for-bc-residents/who-we-cover/fair-pharmacare-plan/how-your-coverage-is-calculated

Provincial payment for B.C. families with children, combined with your monthly Canada Child Benefit.

• https://www.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/family-social-supports/affordability/family-benefit

Defer payment of annual residential property taxes as a provincial loan if you are an eligible owner with sufficient home equity, not forgivable cash.

• https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/taxes/property-taxes/annual-property-tax/property-tax-deferment-program/eligibility

Monthly rent help for eligible working low-income B.C. families with dependent children when rent is a high share of income.

• https://www.bchousing.org/housing-assistance/rental-assistance-programs/RAP

Refundable provincial credit for eligible B.C. renters who pay rent for their principal residence and meet age/residency rules, claimed on your T1.

• https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/taxes/income-taxes/personal/credits/renters-tax-credit
• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/forms-publications/tax-packages-years/general-income-tax-benefit-package/british-columbia/5010-pc.html

Automatic monthly B.C. top-up when you receive low OAS/GIS and live in B.C., coordinated with federal payments.

• https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/family-social-supports/seniors/financial-legal-matters/income-security-programs/seniors-supplement
• https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/bc-employment-and-assistance-rate-tables/senior-s-supplement-rate-table

Monthly rent subsidy for eligible B.C. seniors aged 60+ who rent private housing and meet income rules.

• https://www.bchousing.org/SAFER

Provincial funding to help BC athletes reach national teams and international competition, delivered through PSO programs.

• https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/sports-culture/sports/sport-excellence
• https://viasport.ca/grants

Financial assistance, counselling benefits, and related supports after certain crimes of violence, application through the BC program.

• https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/justice/criminal-justice/victims-of-crime/victim-of-crime-financial-assistance-program

One-time emergency grant toward an overdue BC Hydro bill after a qualifying financial crisis, applied through a participating agency.

• https://www.bchydro.com/accounts-billing/bill-payment/ways-to-pay/customer-crisis-fund.html

Annual recreation credits and a Be Active Pass for Burnaby residents when household income is under the City’s published ceilings or you qualify through listed assistance pathways.

• https://www.burnaby.ca/services-and-payments/seniors-and-family-support/fair-play-program

Drop-in passes and a recreation account credit for Coquitlam residents under the City’s Low Income Cut-off table, applied to eligible admissions and programs.

• https://www.coquitlam.ca/499/Financial-Assistance-for-Recreation

City pathways—including Recreation Opportunities Coupons through partner agencies and Access Pass options for permanent disabilities—reduce recreation costs for eligible Kelowna residents.

• https://www.kelowna.ca/parks-recreation/recreation-sport/recreation-programs-registration/recreation-frequently-asked-questions

Extra health benefits (for example dental, optical, and certain supplies) for MSP subscribers with very low income who qualify through application.

• https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/health-drug-coverage/msp/bc-residents-guide/msp-supplementary-benefits

Large discounts on eligible Richmond recreation programs and free drop-in access to listed activities when you meet the City’s financial hardship or income tests.

• https://www.richmond.ca/culture/social/accessibility/subsidies.htm
• https://cms.richmond.ca/Page17900.aspx

Discounted Parks, Recreation & Culture fees for Surrey households under published net-income limits.

• https://www.surrey.ca/parks-recreation/activities-registration/admissions-passes/leisure-access-program

Free or discounted Park Board recreation access for eligible Vancouver residents on a OneCard.

• https://vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/leisure-access-card.aspx
• https://vancouver.ca/files/cov/leisure-access-program-brochure.pdf

Interest-free housing stabilization loans for eligible Vancouver renters in temporary crisis (NICCSS delivery).

• https://vancouver.ca/people-programs/financial-aid.aspx
• https://www.niccss.ca/services/vancouver-rent-bank/

Quarterly provincial supplement for lower-income Manitobans age 55+ (amounts tied to prior-year tax income; stacks conceptually with federal OAS/GIS rules for 65+).

• https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/eia/55plus.html

Provincial income-tested benefit of up to $420 per child per year for low-income Manitoba families.

• https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/eia/mcb.html
• https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/eia/mcb_table.html

Provincial social assistance when basic needs and shelter costs exceed your resources. General or Disability streams with published monthly benefit tables.

• https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/eia/eia_general.html
• https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/eia/eia_disability.html

Tax relief claimed on your Manitoba return: homeowners use the Homeowners Affordability Tax Credit (2026 max $1,600 school tax savings); renters use the Renters Affordability Tax Credit (2026 up to $625).

• https://www.gov.mb.ca/finance/tao/hatc.html
• https://www.gov.mb.ca/finance/tao/eptc.html
• https://www.gov.mb.ca/finance/personal/pcredits.html

Income-based prescription drug coverage: you pay a yearly deductible (minimum $100), then Pharmacare pays 100% of eligible costs for the rest of the benefit year.

• https://www.gov.mb.ca/health/pharmacare/general.html

Monthly shelter benefit for low-income renters in the private market who are not on EIA, amount ties to income, rent, and family size (80% of median market rent benchmark).

• https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/eia/non_rentassist_facts.html
• https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/eia/rent_assist.html
• https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/eia/estimator.html

Facility passes, drop-in passes, and Leisure Guide credits for eligible low-income Winnipeg households.

• https://winnipeg.ca/feeassistance
• https://winnipeg.ca/node/40640

Reduced-cost spay/neuter for eligible low-income Winnipeg pet owners through the SNAP program.

• https://www.winnipeghumanesociety.ca/your-family-pet/spay-and-neuter/
• https://www.winnipeg.ca/people-culture/our-city-our-stories/free-dog-spayingneutering-winnipeggers-living-low-income

Discounted monthly Winnipeg Transit pass for eligible low-income adults (ages 18 to 64).

• https://info.winnipegtransit.com/fares/winnpass/
• https://winnipeg.ca/lowincometransitpass

Regional KidSport chapter helping eligible families with organized sport registration and equipment; KidSport New Brunswick cites up to about $400 per child per year.

• https://kidsportcanada.ca/new-brunswick/chaleur/
• https://kidsportcanada.ca/new-brunswick/provincial-fund/

City-supported assistance for youth to join organized sports or social activities; applications through YMCA of Greater Moncton.

• https://moncton.ymca.ca/join-the-y/myrap/
• https://www.moncton.ca/en/my-govt-work/grants

Monthly provincial child benefit paid with CCB, with an extra supplement for qualifying families with earned income.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/provincial-territorial-programs/province-new-brunswick.html

Income-based prescription coverage with monthly premiums and copayment caps. This is coverage, not cash.

• https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/departments/health/DrugPlans/NBDrugPlan/Premiums.html

Heating-related supports in New Brunswick can be seasonal or program-specific. Confirm current intake before relying on this benefit.

• https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/services.html
• https://laws.gnb.ca/en/document/cr/2011-73

Annual provincial payment for eligible New Brunswick seniors receiving GIS or federal Allowance benefits.

• https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/corporate/promo/new-brunswick-low-income-seniors-benefit.html

City-supported P.R.O. Kids helps youth 2–18 join organized activities when cost is a barrier; uses CRA-based gross income thresholds.

• https://www.dieppe.ca/en/explorer-et-s-amuser/organismes-et-benevolat/p-r-o-jeunesse/
• https://formulairesweb.dieppe.ca/PRO-Kids

Up to about $500 per child per year toward registered recreation fees and related costs for eligible families (city-administered portal).

• https://saintjohn.ca/en/parks-and-recreation/pro-kids/application-and-eligibility
• https://saintjohn.ca/en/parks-and-recreation/recreation

Partial or full subsidies for City recreation programs when need is shown using Statistics Canada LICO and family size.

• https://www.stjohns.ca/en/recreation-culture/financial-support-programs.aspx
• https://www.stjohns.ca/en/recreation-culture/real.aspx

Refundable tax credit for low-income residents, paid quarterly (Jan/Apr/Jul/Oct) when you file; builds on the former HST credit.

• https://www.gov.nl.ca/fin/tax-programs-incentives/personal/income-supplement/

Provincial social assistance when you cannot meet basic living costs, board-and-lodging rates plus separate shelter and special benefits per assessment.

• https://www.gov.nl.ca/sswb/income-support/overview/
• https://www.gov.nl.ca/cssd/incomesupport/

Income-tested prescription coverage (Access, Assurance, 65Plus, Foundation, etc.), in-kind assistance through NLPDP, not cash.

• https://www.gov.nl.ca/hcs/prescription/nlpdp-plan-overview
• https://www.gov.nl.ca/hcs/prescription/how-do-i-apply

Refundable tax credit for eligible NL residents age 64+, paid quarterly with no separate application when you file.

• https://www.gov.nl.ca/fin/tax-programs-incentives/personal/income-supplement/

Monthly NWT amount combined with the Canada Child Benefit for children under 18, with different rates for children under 6 vs. ages 6 to 17.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/provincial-territorial-programs/northwest-territories.html

Territorial social assistance when basic needs exceed your resources, amounts depend on community, shelter, and household rules.

• https://www.ece.gov.nt.ca/en/services/income-security-programs/income-assistance
• https://www.ece.gov.nt.ca/sites/ece/files/resources/ia_policy_manual_-_april_2025_1.pdf

Territorial subsidy that licensed child-care programs apply to shrink parent fees for infants and preschool children, it is not mailed to families as cash.

• https://www.ece.gov.nt.ca/en/child-care-fee-reduction
• https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/child-care-fee-reduction-subsidy

Territorial supplementary health coverage (prescriptions, dental, vision, supplies, medical travel pathways) layered on top of the NWT Health Care Plan.

• https://www.hss.gov.nt.ca/en/services/extended-health-benefits
• https://www.hss.gov.nt.ca/en/services/implementing-2024-extended-health-benefits-policy/calculator

$196/month territorial top-up for low-income NWT seniors receiving GIS or Spouse's Allowance with OAS, combined in your federal payment.

• https://www.ece.gov.nt.ca/en/services/income-security-programs/nwt-senior-citizen-supplementary-benefit

Seasonal help with home-heating bills for eligible NWT seniors aged 60+ living in qualifying housing, subsidy rate depends on your zone.

• https://www.ece.gov.nt.ca/en/services/income-security-programs/senior-home-heating-subsidy
• https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/gnwt-permanently-increases-rates-and-expands-eligibility-senior-home-heating-subsidy

Three-year Transit Pass and Family Flexi Pass for eligible low-income Yellowknife households.

• https://www.yellowknife.ca/en/living-here/access-for-all.aspx
• https://contacts.yellowknife.ca/en/living-here/access-for-all.aspx

Up to $300 per child per request (family caps apply) for Bridgewater children and youth 18 and under toward sport, recreation, and cultural activities when income tests are met.

• https://www.bridgewater.ca/town-services/parks-recreation-a-culture
• https://www.bridgewater.ca/document-library/parks-recreation-and-culture/2789-pro-kids-bridgewater-application-form/file

Up to $300 per year off municipal property tax for eligible owner-occupied primary residences when total household income is under $40,800.

• https://cbrm.ns.ca/finance-property-tax/low-income-property-tax-exemption/
• https://cbrm.ns.ca/about-cbrm/forms/#low-income

Rebate, deferral, or payment-plan options for eligible HRM homeowners in financial need.

• https://www.halifax.ca/about-halifax/affordable-access-program/tax-bill-payment-assistance
• https://www.halifax.ca/about-halifax/affordable-access-program/affordable-access-program-qualifications

50% discount on monthly Halifax Transit passes for eligible HRM residents in financial need.

• https://www.halifax.ca/transportation/halifax-transit/transit-programs-services/low-income-transit-pass-program
• https://www.halifax.ca/about-halifax/affordable-access-program/affordable-access-program-qualifications

Reduced rates on many HRM recreation programs and memberships based on financial need.

• https://www.halifax.ca/node/969789
• https://www.halifax.ca/about-halifax/affordable-access-program/affordable-access-program-qualifications

Up to $200 per application for Kentville residents 18+ (or any age for summer programs) toward eligible sport, recreation, wellness, or cultural fees.

• https://kentville.ca/parks-and-recreation

Up to $200 per year for New Glasgow residents referred by a trusted community organization when other recreation funds are not a fit.

• https://newglasgow.ca/funding-programs.html

Quarterly refundable tax credit for low and modest-income Nova Scotians, paid with GST/HST credit.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/provincial-territorial-programs/province-nova-scotia.html

Monthly provincial child payment for low and modest-income families, paid with CCB.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/provincial-territorial-programs/province-nova-scotia.html
• https://www.novascotia.ca/coms/families/ChildBenefit.html

Annual rebate to help low and modest-income households pay home heating costs.

• https://news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/09/26/heating-assistance-rebate-program-opens-october-1
• https://www.novascotia.ca/apply-heating-assistance-rebate-heating-assistance-rebate-program

Quarterly tax-free support for very low-income adults on Income Assistance with no children.

• https://www.novascotia.ca/coms/noteworthy/PovertyReductionCredit.html

Prescription drug assistance for Nova Scotia residents 65+ without other drug coverage. This is coverage, not cash.

• https://novascotia.ca/dhw/pharmacare/seniors-pharmacare.asp
• https://novascotia.ca/dhw/pharmacare/calculator.asp

Up to $200 per person per calendar year for Truro and Colchester County residents toward eligible recreation when other youth funds do not fit.

• https://truro.ca/sport-and-recreation-grants.html

City recreation fee assistance for children and families; applications and instructions are published with the Aquatic Centre.

• https://www.iqaluit.ca/residents/recreation/facilities/aquatic-centre
• http://www.city.iqaluit.nu.ca/sites/default/files/attachments/jimmykilabukchildrensrecfundapplicationinstructionswebeng.pdf

Monthly NUCB with the Canada Child Benefit, basic amount per child plus a workers' supplement when earned income passes the published threshold.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/provincial-territorial-programs/nunavut.html

Territorially organized preventive and urgent dental staffing that visits communities (schools, health centres, child-care sites) before grade eight.

• https://nunavutsmiles.ca/nunavut-childrens-oral-health-project
• https://nunavutsmiles.ca/contact

Territorial drug, dental, vision, and medical-supply pathways for uninsured Nunavummiut, most applications route through Health Insurance Programs in Iqaluit/Rankin Inlet.

• https://www.gov.nu.ca/health/information-medications-and-extended-health-benefits-ehb
• https://benefitswayfinder.org/nunavut/extended-health-benefits-seniors-coverage

Financial help when you cannot meet basic needs, delivered through Family Services; amounts depend on your community and budget rules.

• https://www.gov.nu.ca/family-services/programs-services/income-assistance

Territorial monthly amount for eligible Nunavut seniors receiving GIS or Spouse's Allowance, paid with federal pensions (verify current dollars on gov.nu.ca).

• https://www.gov.nu.ca/family-services/programs-services/senior-citizen-supplementary-benefit-scsb
• https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/corporate/seniors-forum-federal-provincial-territorial/core-community-supports.html

Published income-tested discounts on eligible Town recreation fees (including a higher tier for Ontario Works / ODSP-supported households) plus quarterly FAIR Pass access windows for designated drop-in activities.

• https://www.ajax.ca/en/play-and-discover/recreation-financial-assistance.aspx

recPASS membership and program credits for permanent Barrie residents when household income is below published recACCESS thresholds (full or partial tiers).

• http://www.barrie.ca/recACCESS
• https://www.barrie.ca/form/recaccess-fee-assistance-applica

Up to $275 per eligible family member per year as a credit against City of Brampton recreation programs, drop-ins, and memberships when net family income is at or below LICO.

• https://www.brampton.ca/EN/residents/Recreation/active-assist/pages/welcome.aspx
• https://www.brampton.ca/EN/Residents/Recreation/Active-Assist/Pages/Confirm-If-You-Qualify.aspx

Peel Region administers a 50% discount on Brampton Transit PRESTO monthly passes for low-income residents at or below the Low Income Measure.

• https://www.brampton.ca/EN/residents/transit/Fares/pages/affordabletransitprogram.aspx
• https://peelregion.ca/services/financial-help/bus-pass-discount/

Annual property tax rebate for Brampton homeowners who are 65+ and receiving GIS, or who are disabled and receiving ODSP.

• https://www.brampton.ca/EN/residents/Taxes-Assessment/taxation/Pages/tax-adjustments-rebates.aspx

Sliding-scale subsidies (published up to a $250/year cap for adults and seniors) on eligible City recreation fees when income tests are met; children/youth may use partner programs.

• https://guelph.ca/how-can-we-help-you/fee-assistance-subsidy
• https://guelph.ca/living/recreation/support-services

About 50% off single-ride PRESTO fares for eligible Hamilton residents below the LIM or on OW/ODSP.

• https://www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbourhood/hsr/fares/hsr-fare-assist
• https://www.hamilton.ca/city-council/news-notices/news-releases/hamilton-makes-fare-assist-program-permanent

City programs can defer property taxes for low-income seniors or persons with disabilities, and offer limited tax relief in hardship cases.

• https://www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbourhood/property-tax-assistance
• https://www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbourhood/property-tax-assistance/property-tax-deferral-program

Reduced recreation fees for Hamilton residents whose household income is at or below the Low Income Measure (LIM).

• https://www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbourhood/recreation/recreation-assistance-program

Provincial dental coverage for children and youth 17 and under in eligible low-income households (and automatic enrolment for some social assistance streams).

• https://www.ontario.ca/page/healthy-smiles-ontario

Up to $400 per person per year loaded to your recreation account for eligible Kitchener programs when household income is at or below LICO + 30% (or newcomer pathway rules).

• https://kitchener.ca/recreation-and-sports/program-registration/leisure-access-fee-assistance/

Discounted London Transit Commission monthly pass ($72) for eligible low-income London residents 18+, instead of the standard adult monthly fare.

• https://www.londontransit.ca/income-related-bus-pass-program/
• https://www.londontransit.ca/fares-and-passes/fares/

Up to $300 per person per 12 months in subsidies covering 100% or 50% of City recreation, aquatics, golf, day camp, and seniors program fees, depending on household income.

• https://www.london.ca/living-london/recreation/play-your-way-fund
• https://london.ca/council-policies/financial-assistance-program-activity-fees

Up to $300 per person per year loaded to your Town recreation account for eligible registered programs and multi-visit passes when gross household income is below the published LICO-before-tax chart.

• https://www.milton.ca/en/arts-and-recreation/financial-assistance.aspx
• https://forms.milton.ca/Community/Financial-Assistance-Request

Up to $275 per person per year in recreation credits when net family income is below published low-income cut-offs (or refugee fast-track).

• https://www.mississauga.ca/recreation-and-sports/sports-and-activities/assistance-programs/active-assist/

Peel Region administers 50% off MiWay PRESTO monthly passes and single rides for Mississauga residents at or below the LIM.

• https://www.mississauga.ca/miway-transit/fares/affordable-transit-program/
• https://peelregion.ca/services/bus-fare-discounts

Refundable provincial top-up (CARE) on eligible child care expenses when you claim child care on your return and family income is $150,000 or less.

• https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-child-care-tax-credit
• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/forms-publications/tax-packages-years/general-income-tax-benefit-package/ontario/5006-tca.html

Provincial monthly payment for low-income Ontario families with children.

• https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-child-benefit

Provincial monthly income support and health-related benefits for adults 18 to 64 with a substantial disability, separate from the federal Disability Tax Credit and CPP-D.

• https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-disability-support-program
• https://www.ontario.ca/page/income-support-odsp

Prescription drug coverage for Ontario residents 65+ on the ODB formulary, automatic enrollment at 65; optional Seniors Co-Payment Program for lower deductibles/copays by income.

• https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-coverage-prescription-drugs
• https://www.ontario.ca/page/seniors-ontario-drug-benefit-deductible-and-prescription-co-payment

Monthly on-bill credit for lower-income households based on after-tax income and household size; higher credits possible with electric heat or qualifying medical equipment.

• https://ontario.ca/page/ontario-electricity-support-program
• https://www.oeb.ca/consumer-information-and-protection/bill-assistance-programs/oesp-and-leap-administration-resources

Non-taxable monthly Ontario top-up for low-income seniors who receive or are eligible for federal GIS, paid alongside OAS/GIS.

• https://www.ontario.ca/page/guaranteed-annual-income-system-payments-seniors
• https://data.ontario.ca/dataset/ontario-guaranteed-annual-income-system-benefit-rates

Funding toward essential home and vehicle modifications for people with substantial mobility impairments after other funding sources are considered.

• https://www.ontario.ca/page/home-and-vehicle-modification-program
• https://www.marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/programs/am/hvmp

One-time emergency help toward electricity arrears for low-income households facing disconnection or crisis, applied through a local enrolling agency.

• https://ontario.ca/page/low-income-energy-assistance-program

Locally delivered funding for low- and moderate-income homeowners for critical repairs and accessibility, intake through your service manager.

• https://www.ontario.ca/document/community-housing-renewal-ontarios-action-plan-under-national-housing-strategy/taking-action
• https://www.ontario.ca/document/ontarios-third-action-plan-under-national-housing-strategy-2025-2028/nhs-programs

Local rent banks may provide one-time loans or grants to help eligible Ontario renters pay arrears and avoid eviction.

• https://www.ontario.ca/page/rent-banks-ontario

Annual Ontario grant for low- and moderate-income seniors who own and occupy a principal residence and pay property tax, claimed on Form ON-BEN.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/provincial-territorial-programs/ontario-senior-homeowners-property-tax-grant-oshptg-questions-answers.html
• https://www.ontario.ca/page/senior-homeowners-property-tax-grant

Free routine and preventive dental services for income-eligible Ontario seniors 65+ without other dental coverage.

• https://www.ontario.ca/page/dental-care-seniors

Combines sales tax credit, energy & property tax credit, and northern energy credit.

• https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-trillium-benefit
• https://www.ontario.ca/energypropertycredit

Provincial coverage after an income-tested annual deductible for people without private drug insurance who have high prescription costs.

• https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-coverage-prescription-drugs

Urgent, short-term expenses such as emergency meals, transportation, or basic security after violent crime when a community program approves a request.

• https://www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/english/ovss/programs_vqrp.php

35% or 50% subsidies on eligible City recreation fees for Oshawa residents when gross family income is within published limits above LICO.

• https://oshawa.ca/en/parks-recreation-and-culture/assistance-and-support.aspx

Reduced OC Transpo fares and monthly passes via PRESTO or ParaPay for Ottawa residents whose family income is below Statistics Canada low-income thresholds published with the program.

• https://www.octranspo.com/en/fares/reduced-fares/equipass/
• https://ottawa.ca/en/family-and-social-services/financial-and-social-assistance/other-supports-and-community-resources/reduced-transit-fares

City fee relief for registrations at Ottawa Recreation, Culture and Facilities-run programs when supervisors confirm financial need.

• https://ottawa.ca/en/city-hall/creating-equal-inclusive-and-diverse-city/accessibility-city/community-supports-healthcare-recreation/financial-support-ottawa-hand-hand
• https://ottawa.ca/en/recreation-and-parks/recreation-and-facilities

Municipally administered deferrals of property taxes (full or partial) and matching water-account deferrals for eligible low-income owners, interest accrues until repayment triggers.

• https://ottawa.ca/en/living-ottawa/taxes/property-taxes/tax-adjustments-rebates-and-deferrals/full-property-tax-deferral-program
• https://ottawa.ca/en/living-ottawa/taxes/property-taxes/tax-adjustments-rebates-and-deferrals/partial-property-tax-deferral-program
• https://ottawa.ca/en/living-ottawa/water-environment-and-energy/water-and-wastewater-billing/full-water-bill-deferral-program-low-income-property-owners-and-tenants

Direct provincial assistance for Ontario athletes training and competing at national and international levels.

• https://www.ontario.ca/page/quest-gold

Up to a 50% subsidy on eligible registered recreation programs, swim passes (up to 12 months), and Older Adult Centre membership for St. Catharines residents when gross household income is below the Low-Income Cut-Off for household size.

• https://www.stcatharines.ca/en/recreation-and-leisure/fee-assistance-in-recreation.aspx

Discounted TTC transit fares for eligible low-income Toronto residents.

• https://www.toronto.ca/transitdiscount
• https://www.ttc.ca/Fares-and-passes/Fares-Types

City programs that can cancel or defer property tax increases and provide water/solid waste relief for eligible low-income seniors and people with disabilities.

• https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/property-taxes-utilities/property-tax/property-tax-rebates-and-relief-programs/property-tax-and-utility-relief-program/
• https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/property-taxes-utilities/property-tax/property-tax-utility-applications-and-deadlines/

One-time payments for eligible Toronto renters toward arrears or deposits (city-funded program with published caps).

• https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/housing-shelter/financial-support-for-housing/financial-support-for-renters/toronto-rent-bank/

Annual recreation fee credit for eligible low-income Toronto residents.

• https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/employment-social-support/child-family-support/subsidy-for-recreation-programs/

Up to $400 per person per year as a recreation account credit for City of Waterloo programs, affiliated minor sports, and arts and culture when published household income limits are met.

• https://www.waterloo.ca/recreation-and-sports/apply-for-financial-and-inclusion-support/apply-for-fee-assistance/
• https://forms.waterloo.ca/Recreation/Fee-assistance-for-leisure-access-program

Pathway to Potential subsidizes about 49% of a 30-day adult Smart Pass for eligible low-income Windsor–Essex residents (you pay roughly 51% at purchase).

• https://www.citywindsor.ca/residents/social-services/social-policy-and-pathway-to-potential/pathway-to-potential/p2p-programs/affordable-pass-program
• https://www.citywindsor.ca/residents/social-services/social-policy-and-pathway-to-potential/pathway-to-potential/p2p-programs/eligibility-requirements
• https://citywindsor.ca/residents/transit-windsor/fares/Affordable-Pass-Program-(APP)

City programs can defer annual tax increases for eligible low-income seniors (typically GIS/OW) or ODSP recipients, grant limited relief for extreme poverty or prolonged sickness, and process statutory rebates.

• https://citywindsor.ca/city-hall/taxes-and-assessment/tax-rebates-and-relief

Pathway to Potential can reduce eligible City recreation fees by up to 90% for qualifying low-income Windsor–Essex households (children's programs use published fee floors).

• https://www.citywindsor.ca/residents/social-services/social-policy-and-pathway-to-potential/pathway-to-potential/p2p-programs/recreation-assistance-program
• https://www.citywindsor.ca/residents/social-services/social-policy-and-pathway-to-potential/pathway-to-potential/p2p-programs/eligibility-requirements
• https://www.citywindsor.ca/residents/recreation/registration-information/Fees-and-Discounts

Provincial disability supports (planning, community services, equipment/modifications), requires PEI assessment; not a flat monthly cash payment.

• https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/social-development-and-housing/accessability-supports-policies

Income-tested PEI drug coverage for qualifying families, in-kind assistance through Pharmacare / Family Health Benefit streams, not cash.

• https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/topic/drug-cost-assistance
• https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/health-and-wellness/pei-pharmacare-forms

Provincial financial help when you cannot meet basic needs, includes basic rates, shelter-related amounts, and other allowances per PEI social program rules.

• https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/social-services/financial-assistance
• https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/government-invests-additional-27-million-to-increase-social-programs-rates

Refundable provincial credit paid quarterly with your GST/HST credit when you file taxes as a PEI resident, amount is income-tested on provincial forms.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/forms-publications/tax-packages-years/general-income-tax-benefit-package/prince-edward-island/5002-pc.html
• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/provincial-territorial-programs/province-prince-edward-island.html

Free or subsidized leisure participation and equipment for low-income people and families in the greater Québec City area.

• https://www.accesloisirsquebec.com/
• https://www.ville.quebec.qc.ca/citoyens/loisirs_sports/repertoire-activites-loisir/tarifs.aspx

Quebec government financial assistance for athletes who compete regularly internationally, including an annual training bursary (published maximum $6,000).

• https://www.quebec.ca/en/tourism-and-holidays/financial-assistance-sport-recreation-outdoor-activities/financial-assistance-athletes/equipe-quebec-program

Municipal program helping low-income Gatineau residents register for eligible culture and recreation activities (in-person intake windows by sector).

• https://gatineau.ca/portail/default.aspx?p=activites_evenements_idees_sorties%2Fprogramme_culture_loisirs%2Fcomment_inscrire
• https://www.gatineau.ca/portail/default.aspx?p=guichet_municipal%2Fcarte_acces_gatineau

Québec-administered grant claimed on your income tax return when Montréal property taxes jump for eligible senior homeowners.

• https://montreal.ca/programmes/aide-aux-personnes-ainees-pour-le-paiement-des-taxes-municipales
• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/tax-credits/grant-for-seniors-to-offset-a-municipal-tax-increase/

Québec compensation and benefits for victims of crime and certain dependents when IVAC eligibility tests are met.

• https://www.ivac.qc.ca/

Free sports, cultural, outdoor, and leisure activities for low-income Laval households that meet published family income tests.

• https://www.laval.ca/aides-subventions/programmes-subventions/programme-acces-loisirs/

Low-income Lévis residents can access free registration spots on listed municipal leisure activities through twice-yearly in-person intake by sector (day camps excluded from this stream per City guidance).

• https://www.ville.levis.qc.ca/loisirs/programmation/inscription/
• https://www.ville.levis.qc.ca/loisirs/programmation/guide-loisirs/

Free two-year resident card required to register for most Longueuil aquatics, sports, cultural workshops, and library services, with published partner discounts.

• https://www3.longueuil.quebec/en/acces-card
• https://www3.longueuil.quebec/fr/carte-acces

Free sports and arts activities for low-income Montréal residents in participating boroughs.

• https://montreal.ca/programmes/acces-loisirs
• https://montreal.ca/en/programs/acces-loisirs

City renovation grants for eligible small residential buildings, with published per-work grant rates and project caps.

• https://montreal.ca/en/programs/renoplex-renovation-subsidies-buildings-1-to-5-dwellings
• https://montreal.ca/en/articles/renoplex-determine-grant-amounts-type-work-11573

Monthly QPP disability pension for contributors with a severe disability. Québec parallel to CPP disability.

• https://www.retraitequebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/landing/indexation/Pages/montants-donnees-base.aspx
• https://www.retraitequebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/invalidite/prestations-invalidite-rrq/Pages/rente-invalidite-rrq.aspx

Monthly retirement pension from the Québec Pension Plan for workers who contributed to the QPP (age 60+).

• https://www.retraitequebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/landing/indexation/Pages/montants-donnees-base.aspx
• https://www.retraitequebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/programmes/regime_rentes/

Monthly pension for a surviving spouse or common-law partner of a person who contributed to the Québec Pension Plan.

• https://www.retraitequebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/landing/indexation/Pages/montants-donnees-base.aspx
• https://www.rrq.gouv.qc.ca/en/programmes/regime_rentes/prestations_survivants/Pages/prestations_survivants.aspx

Municipal low-income transit program: reduced single-ride and monthly RTC fares after Ville de Québec issues eligibility proof.

• https://www.rtcquebec.ca/tarifs-et-achat/tarifs-et-titres/programme-equimobilite
• https://www.ville.quebec.qc.ca/citoyens/transports_stationnement/transport_collectif/index.aspx

Provincial payment for Québec families with children under 18, based on family income (Québec tax return).

• https://www.retraitequebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/landing/indexation/Pages/montants-donnees-base.aspx
• https://www.retraitequebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/enfants/allocation-famille/Pages/family-allowance.aspx

Refundable credit for eligible equipment and fixtures (hearing aids, stair lifts, etc.) that help seniors 70+ stay safely at home. Schedule B.

• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/tax-credits/independent-living-tax-credit-for-seniors/
• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/income-tax-return/completing-your-income-tax-return/how-to-complete-your-income-tax-return/line-by-line-help/451-to-480-refund-or-balance-due/line-462/point-24/

Québec maternity, paternity, parental, and adoption benefits replacing federal EI maternity/parental for most Québec workers.

• https://www.rqap.gouv.qc.ca/en
• https://www.rqap.gouv.qc.ca/en/news/premium-rates-and-maximum-insurable-earnings-for-2026
• https://www.rqap.gouv.qc.ca/en/wage-earner/benefits-amount/how-is-the-benefit-amount-determined

Income-linked annual premium and deductible/coinsurance rules for Québec residents; extra assistance may apply if you receive certain financial assistance benefits.

• https://www.ramq.gouv.qc.ca/en/citizens/prescription-drug-insurance/rates-effect
• https://www.ramq.gouv.qc.ca/en/citizens/financial-assistance-program-claim-slip

Provincial refundable credit on eligible childcare expenses when you meet work/study/QPIP conditions, calculated on Schedule C.

• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/tax-credits/tax-credit-for-childcare-expenses/
• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/income-tax-return/completing-your-income-tax-return/how-to-complete-your-income-tax-return/line-by-line-help/451-to-480-refund-or-balance-due/line-455/

Refundable provincial credit when you support an eligible spouse, parent, or other family member with a severe and prolonged impairment. Schedule H.

• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/tax-credits/tax-credit-for-caregivers/

Refundable Québec credit for eligible home-support expenses for people 70 and over, with rules that vary by housing situation.

• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/tax-credits/tax-credit-for-home-support-for-seniors/
• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/fr/citoyens/credits-dimpot/credit-dimpot-pour-maintien-a-domicile/

Refundable credit for eligible personal care and nursing services for Québec residents aged 70+. Schedule J; advance payments available.

• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/tax-credits/tax-credit-for-home-support-services-for-seniors/
• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/income-tax-return/completing-your-income-tax-return/how-to-complete-your-income-tax-return/line-by-line-help/451-to-480-refund-or-balance-due/line-458/

Monthly help when a low-income household spends a high share of income on housing (administered with Revenu Québec).

• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/your-situation/low-income/shelter-allowance-program/
• https://www.habitation.gouv.qc.ca/programme/programme/allocation-logement

Up to 75% of registration fees (max $200/child/year) for Sherbrooke youth under 18 in City-recognized activities when family income qualifies.

• https://www.sherbrooke.ca/en/population-services/grants-and-financial-assistance/fonds-du-sport-et-du-loisir-sherbrookois
• https://www.sherbrooke.ca/fr/services-a-la-population/subventions-et-aide-financiere

Last-resort monthly benefits for people with very low income and assets, different rates for work-capable assistance vs. severe employment limitations (solidarity).

• https://www.quebec.ca/en/family-and-support-for-individuals/social-assistance-social-solidarity/information-financial-assistance/monthly-benefit-amounts-social-assistance-program
• https://www.quebec.ca/en/family-and-support-for-individuals/social-assistance-social-solidarity/information-financial-assistance/monthly-benefit-amounts-social-solidarity-program

Refundable Québec credit combining housing, QST, and (if applicable) northern-village amounts, paid monthly, quarterly, or annually.

• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/tax-credits/solidarity-tax-credit/
• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/tax-credits/solidarity-tax-credit/payment-of-the-solidarity-tax-credit/
• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/tax-credits/solidarity-tax-credit/calculation-of-the-credit/

Published pathways—including the free Carte Accès Terrebonne for registration and municipal financial assistance pages for low-income households—can reduce or remove fees for eligible City recreation activities.

• https://terrebonne.ca/aide-financiere/
• https://terrebonne.ca/carte-acces-terrebonne
• https://terrebonne.ca/programmation-et-inscription-aux-activites-loisirs/

Refundable Québec tax credit for workers with employment or self-employment income. Québec’s parallel to the federal Canada Workers Benefit.

• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/tax-credits/work-premium-tax-credits/
• https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/tax-credits/work-premium-tax-credits/eligibility-requirements-for-the-work-premium-tax-credits/

Up to 80% off eligible recreation fees (capped per person), discounted leisure passes, and reduced transit passes for low-income Regina households.

• https://www.regina.ca/parks-recreation-culture/classes-programs/affordable-access-program/index.html

Long-term provincial disability income support with living, disability, and shelter-related benefits for eligible Saskatchewan adults.

• https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/people-with-disabilities/income-support-for-people-with-disabilities

Income-tested prescription coverage through Saskatchewan's drug programs, deductibles and co-payments, not a cash benefit.

• https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/health/prescription-drug-plans-and-health-coverage/extended-benefits-and-drug-plan/saskatchewan-drug-plan
• https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/health/prescription-drug-plans-and-health-coverage/extended-benefits-and-drug-plan/drug-cost-assistance
• https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/health/prescription-drug-plans-and-health-coverage/extended-benefits-and-drug-plan/family-health-benefits

Provincial income assistance for Saskatchewan residents with very low income. SIS replaced the former Saskatchewan Assistance Program (SAP).

• https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/financial-help/saskatchewan-income-support-sis

Fully refundable credit paid quarterly by the CRA when you file taxes, up to $1,196/year for qualifying families under the income threshold (2025 to 26 benefit year figures on the official page).

• https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/taxes-and-investments/tax-credits/low-income-tax-credit

Provincial monthly supplement for low-income Saskatchewan seniors who rely primarily on OAS and GIS, assessed automatically with your tax return.

• https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/seniors-services/seniors-income-plan

Reduced recreation fees, drop-in access, and partner perks for Saskatoon households under City income limits.

• https://www.saskatoon.ca/parks-recreation-attractions/recreational-programs-activities/leisure-access-program

Reduced adult and high-school monthly passes for Saskatoon residents under the City’s low-income income chart (NOA).

• https://transit.saskatoon.ca/lowincome

Defer municipal and library property taxes for low-income homeowners age 65+ (loan with interest on most options).

• https://www.saskatoon.ca/services-residents/property-tax-assessment/tax-payment/seniors-property-tax-deferral-program

City recreation uses tiered pricing, payment plans, and disability documentation at major facilities; ask staff if fees are a barrier.

• https://www.whitehorse.ca/living-in-whitehorse/recreation/programs/
• https://www.whitehorse.ca/living-in-whitehorse/parks-recreation/facilities/canada-games-centre/membership/

Territorial monthly top-up paid with the Canada Child Benefit for families raising children under 18.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/provincial-territorial-programs/yukon.html

Low-income family coverage for children's prescriptions and vision care in Yukon.

• https://yukon.ca/en/health-and-wellness/babies-and-childrens-health/get-help-cover-your-childs-prescription-and-eye-care

Publicly funded dental coverage for eligible Yukoners without private dental insurance.

• https://yukon.ca/en/health-and-wellness/care-services/apply-yukon-dental-program

Annual heating-cost help for eligible Yukon seniors, apply each year; amount depends on income, location, tenure, and household.

• https://yukon.ca/en/housing-and-property/funding-and-loans/calculate-funding-seniors-home-heating-pioneer-utility-grant
• https://yukon.ca/en/pug

Territorial top-up for Yukon seniors who receive Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement.

• https://yukon.ca/en/legal-and-social-supports/supports-adults-and-seniors/apply-low-income-seniors-income-supplement

Territorial $250/month allowance for eligible adults receiving or eligible for social assistance.

• https://yukon.ca/en/legal-and-social-supports/supports-adults-and-seniors/apply-allowance-supplement-your-social