Ontario Trillium Benefit — Estimate Your Monthly OTB Payment
Calculate your Ontario Trillium Benefit payment combining the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit Northern Ontario Energy Credit and Ontario Sales Tax Credit.
The Ontario Trillium Benefit combines three provincial credits into a single monthly payment: the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit (up to $1121) the Northern Ontario Energy Credit (up to $277) and the Ontario Sales Tax Credit (up to $345 per adult). These income-tested benefits help low and moderate-income Ontario residents offset energy costs property taxes and sales tax. Payments are made monthly based on your previous year tax return.
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Key Information
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Ontario Energy and Property Tax | Up to $1121 per year |
| Ontario Sales Tax Credit | Up to $345 per adult |
| Northern Ontario Credit | Up to $277 per year |
| Payment Schedule | Monthly via CRA direct deposit |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Ontario Trillium Benefit?
The maximum OTB depends on your components: single adult renter in Southern Ontario could receive up to $1466 annually ($1121 OEPTC + $345 OSTC). Northern Ontario residents add up to $277 more. Benefits phase out as income increases typically starting around $30000 individual income. Families with children receive additional amounts. Most recipients get $50-$150 monthly.
Do I need to apply for OTB?
No separate application is needed. File your income tax return and check the Ontario Trillium Benefit box on your return. If eligible CRA automatically calculates your benefit and issues monthly payments starting in July. You must file your return even if you have no income to receive the benefit. Newcomers to Canada should file as soon as they are eligible.
Can I get OTB as a renter?
Yes renters are eligible for the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit component of OTB. When filing your tax return report your rent paid during the year. The credit is calculated as 10% of rent paid up to the maximum. You do not need your landlord to provide any special forms but keep your lease agreement and rent payment records.
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Last updated: March 2026