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posted Oct 29, 2019 9:37:16 PM

I have some medical expenses (Dental service and Prescription). Total will be 155,21 CAD. Can I claim them?

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Level 6
Oct 29, 2019 9:37:18 PM

If you mean $155.21, typically this sort of amount is too small to claim.
The threshold is 3% of Net Income or about $2200, whichever is lower.

Also the amount of credit is a non-refundable credit.
Medical expense credit is difficult to obtain for many.

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Level 6
Oct 29, 2019 9:37:18 PM

If you mean $155.21, typically this sort of amount is too small to claim.
The threshold is 3% of Net Income or about $2200, whichever is lower.

Also the amount of credit is a non-refundable credit.
Medical expense credit is difficult to obtain for many.