Caregiver Credit

February 21, 2021
Nizam Shajani, Partner, LLM, CPA, CA, TEP, MBA
Accounting, Tax Planning

Caring for someone with a physical or mental impairment who is dependent on you is challenging. The caregiver credit provides some support if you find yourself in this situation.

Who Can Make the Claim?

This claim is for individuals who support their spouse, common law partner as well as your dependents that include your children or grandchildren and your parents, grandparents, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, niece or nephew.

How Much Can You Claim?

The spousal credit or eligible dependent credit should be claimed before the Canada caregiver credit is claimed.

If you are claiming an amount for your spouse, you may claim up to a maximum of $7,276.

If you are claiming an amount for an adult (age 18 or older), you may also claim up to $7,276.

If you are claiming an amount for a child (under age 18), you may claim $2,273.

Documentation

CRA may ask for some documentation to prove the physical or mental impairment. This may be provided by your dependent’s doctor. Form T2201, disability tax credit certificate may also provide both documentation for the Canada caregiver credit as well as access to additional credits.

Conclusion

The tax filing process also provides an occasion to strategize for tax planning opportunities. Shajani LLP Chartered Professional Accountants and Advisors have a team of Calgary Accountants, Edmonton Accountants and Red Deer Accountants ready to assist you in your personal tax filings and tax planning strategy. Consider using us to file your tax returns.

This information is for discussion purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. There is no guarantee or warrant of information on this site and it should be noted that rules and laws change regularly. You should consult a professional before considering implementing or taking any action based on information on this site. Call our team for a consultation before taking any action. © 2021 Shajani LLP.

Shajani LLP is a CPA Calgary, Edmonton and Red Deer firm and provides Accountant, Bookkeeping, Tax Advice and Tax Planning services.

Caregiver Credit

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