I have never left alberta. I am a senior. Doing my own tax this year and wondering if I claim northern living allowance?

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Level 6

Oct 30, 2019 3:33:22 AM

You would need to live in a prescribed zone to be eligible for the Northern Residents deduction.

You can see the zones here:

Level 6

Oct 30, 2019 3:33:22 AM

You would need to live in a prescribed zone to be eligible for the Northern Residents deduction.

You can see the zones here:

New Member

Oct 30, 2019 3:33:23 AM

thank you Janelle. And how many days can I qualify for if I live in 'B' zone?

Level 6

Oct 30, 2019 3:33:25 AM

It is based on how many days you permanently lived in the zone, must be a minimum of a 6 month period either beginning or ending in tax year.