Tax credits and expenses

Where do I find provincial credits in TurboTax?

To find credits offered by your province in the online version of TurboTax, follow the steps below. For tax years 2020, 2019, and 2018: On the left-hand side navigation menu, select Provincial > Get Started Follow the prompts until you get to the Det... read more

How do I choose a claim period for medical expenses?

You can choose any 12-month period for your medical expense claim, as long as the period ends in the current tax year. For example, the earliest possible claim period for the current tax year is January 2, 2020 to January 1, 2021. With this claim per... read more

Where do I find provincial credits in TurboTax?

How do I claim the Canada Caregiver Credit (CCC) for my spouse?

If you state that your spouse/partner is dependent on you because of an impairment in mental or physical functions, TurboTax automatically claims the Canada Caregiver Credit for them. The amount you're entitled to depends on your particular circumsta... read more

How do I claim the Canada Caregiver Credit?

If you support a spouse, common-law partner, or dependant with a physical or mental impairment, then the Canada Caregiver Credit (CCC) may be available to you. This nonrefundable tax credit is designed to help caregivers with the costs and expenses o... read more

How do I enter medical expenses for dependants over 18?

To enter medical expenses for dependants over 18 years of age, you'll first have to enter the dependant's information into TurboTax, including their net income. Separate the medical expenses you paid for each dependant from medical expenses you paid ... read more

How do I choose a claim period for medical expenses?

What is the Solidarity Tax Credit and how do I claim it in TurboTax?

The Solidarity Tax Credit is a refundable tax credit that's provided to low-income earners and reduces a portion of the income tax owed. The credit amount is paid out over 12 months and depends on factors such as family income and the number of depen... read more

How do I enter travel expenses for medical treatment?

Enter your travel expenses for medical treatment the same way you enter your medical expenses. Before beginning, make sure you've entered all your income information into TurboTax. TurboTax will use these details to automatically calculate the minimu... read more

How do I claim the Disability Tax Credit?

To qualify for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC), you must have a certified Form T2201 (DTC application) on file with the CRA, or the CRA will reject your claim. If you’re eligible, TurboTax will calculate the credit and automatically apply it to your ... read more