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ketchuma
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I just want to make sure I can use my receipts for massages as medical expenses in Alberta

I have in previous years but just want to make sure it didn't change this year
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I just want to make sure I can use my receipts for massages as medical expenses in Alberta

Massage therapy is not an allowable medical expense in Alberta as shown in the attached CRA link.  Therefore, it cannot be claimed on your income tax return.

https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-re...

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I just want to make sure I can use my receipts for massages as medical expenses in Alberta

Massage therapy is not an allowable medical expense in Alberta as shown in the attached CRA link.  Therefore, it cannot be claimed on your income tax return.

https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-re...