What is the cwb?

Formerly known as the WITB (Working Income Tax Benefit), now called the CWB ( Canada Worker’s Benefit).

Quoting from the CRA website "The Canada workers benefit (CWB) is a refundable tax credit that provides tax relief for eligible low-income individuals and families who are in the workforce.”

 

Please review the link provided below for further information from the CRA:

• Canada workers benefit – Overview

 

Footnote:  We at TurboTax want to encourage you and your close family to take all necessary precautions to ensure your safety. Please review the articles provided below for more information during these difficult times: 

• What to know about COVID-19 and Your Taxes. 
• Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan 
• COVID-19: Tax Info Centre 
• Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)