The Canada Carbon Rebate (CCR) is a quarterly benefit for residents of specific provinces to help offset the cost of federal pollution pricing.

Eligibility

The CCR is available to residents of:

• Alberta
• Manitoba
• Ontario
• Saskatchewan
• Newfoundland and Labrador
• Nova Scotia
• Prince Edward Island

Application process

You don't need to apply separately for the CCR. The CRA automatically determines your eligibility when you file your tax return.

Rural supplement

The CCR includes a supplement for residents of small and rural communities. To claim this:

1. Go to the Personal information section in your Wealthsimple Tax profile
2. Find the Canada Carbon Rebate subsection
3. Answer "Yes" to the question about living outside census metropolitan areas

Payment details

• For couples, only one person receives the payment
• The CRA sends the payment to the person whose return is assessed first

Quarterly payments

The CCR is paid quarterly, helping you manage the ongoing costs associated with pollution pricing.

For help entering CCR information in Wealthsimple Tax please contact our support team. For specific advice on the CCR and its impact on your taxes please consult a tax expert.