Does Your Child Qualify For The Canada Dental Benefit?
See Our Comprehensive Guide to find out if you're eligible parents and guardians for the Canada Dental Benefit Program.
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Tax-Free Dental Payments
This additional payment by the Canadian government for your child's dental coverage will be tax-free.
Starting From December 1st, 2022
The first period is for children under 12 years old as of December 1, 2022, who receive dental care between October 1, 2022, and June 30, 2023.
Up To $650 Per Year
Receive up to $650 per year for two years to cover dental expenses for children under 12 years.
What Is The Canada Dental Benefit?
The program will provide eligible parents or guardians with up to $650 tax-free per year for two years to cover dental expenses for children under the age of 12. This benefit, which will support an estimated 500,000 children, is available to families without access to private dental insurance and with an adjusted family net income under $90,000.
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Who Qualifies For The Canada Dental Benefit?
- Your child was born on or after December 2, 2010 (under 12 years old as of December 1, 2022)
- Your child receives dental care services in Canada between October 1, 2022, and June 30, 2023
- Your child does not have access to a private dental insurance plan
- Your child's dental costs are not fully covered by another dental program provided by any level of government
- You are the only parent or caregiver receiving the CCB for your child as of December 1, 2022 or you have shared custody of your child and receive half of the CCB for your child as of December 1, 2022
- You filed your 2021 taxes
- Your spouse or common-law partner filed their 2021 taxes or You do not have a spouse or common-law partner as of December 1, 2022
- Your adjusted family net income is less than $90,000 in 2021
You need all of the above to be eligible for the program.
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How Can I Apply For The Canada Dental Benefit Program?
Learn more about the new dental care program in Canada and see if you qualify to get up to $650 tax-free for your child’s dental services starting from December 1st, 2022.