Carbon Tax Rebate Payment Dates 2024: Who is Eligible & How Much You Will Recieve?

The Carbon Tax Rebate, also known as the Climate Action Incentive Payment (CAIP) or Canada Carbon Rebate (CCR), is designed to help Canadians offset the cost of carbon pricing, which is part of Canada’s plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. These payments are distributed quarterly to eligible individuals and families.

Who Is Eligible?

To qualify for the Carbon Tax Rebate, individuals must meet the following criteria:

  1. File a Personal Tax Return: You must file your annual tax return with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Both spouses or common-law partners must file to qualify for a household payment.
  2. Resident of Eligible Provinces: The rebate is available to residents of provinces that have carbon pricing in place but do not have their carbon rebate programs. These provinces currently include:
  • Ontario
  • Alberta
  • Manitoba
  • New Brunswick
  • Newfoundland & Labrador
  • Nova Scotia
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Saskatchewan
Carbon Tax Rebate Payment Dates 2024: Who is Eligible & How Much You Will Recieve?

Carbon Tax Rebate Payment Dates 2024

The payments are made quarterly throughout the year. The scheduled dates for 2024 are:

  • January 15, 2024
  • April 15, 2024
  • July 15, 2024
  • October 15, 2024

If you file your tax return on time (by March 15, 2024, for the April payment), you can expect to receive your payments on these dates. If you file after this deadline, your payments will be delayed until your tax return is assessed.

How Much Will You Receive?

The amount of the Carbon Tax Rebate varies by province, family size, and whether you live in a rural or urban area. Here’s a breakdown of the estimated quarterly payments for different provinces in 2024 (based on the 2023 base year):

ProvinceQuarterly PaymentTotal Annual Payment
Ontario$140.00$560.00
Alberta$225.00$900.00
Manitoba$150.00$600.00
New Brunswick$95.00$380.00
Newfoundland & Labrador$149.00$596.00
Nova Scotia$103.00$412.00
Prince Edward Island$110.00$440.00
Saskatchewan$188.00$752.00

Residents of rural areas receive a 10% supplement to account for higher energy costs. For example, in Prince Edward Island, all residents automatically receive this rural supplement.

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How to Apply?

There is no separate application for the Carbon Tax Rebate. Your eligibility is determined when you file your tax return. As long as you file on time and meet the residency requirements, you will automatically receive the payments.

The Carbon Tax Rebate provides financial support to help Canadians manage the costs associated with carbon pricing. By filing your tax return, you can ensure that you receive your payments on time. For more information or to stay updated on payment details, visit the CRA’s official website.

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