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Quebec solidarity tax credit 2026

Quebec solidarity tax credit in 2026

Amounts, eligibility, and how to claim this refundable Revenu Quebec credit.

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The solidarity tax credit is one of the broadest Quebec supports for lower- and modest-income households. It often works alongside other budget supports, including the federal GST/HST credit and the housing allowance.

Estimated total potential

$4,740

3 available programs

Related programs

Provincial150 CAD to 2,000 CAD

Quebec solidarity tax credit

Revenu Quebec

Refundable credit that includes multiple components, including a housing-related component, and may be paid monthly or annually depending on the amount.

  • ✓Live in Quebec on December 31
  • ✓File a Quebec tax return
  • ✓Meet the applicable income thresholds
Apply on official site
FederalUp to 700 CAD per year

GST/HST credit

Government of Canada

Quarterly tax-free payments designed to offset part of the GST/HST burden for lower- and modest-income households.

  • ✓Live in Canada
  • ✓File a tax return
  • ✓Be at least 19, or have a spouse or child
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ProvincialUp to 170 CAD per month

Quebec housing allowance

Societe d'habitation du Quebec (SHQ)

Monthly support for lower-income renters who spend too much of their income on housing.

  • ✓Be a renter in Quebec
  • ✓Be age 50+ or have a dependent child
  • ✓Meet the applicable income thresholds
Apply on official site

Frequently asked questions

What is the solidarity tax credit?

It is a refundable tax credit paid by Revenu Quebec. It takes into account factors such as housing status and household income.

How much can I receive in 2026?

The amount depends on family income, household composition, and housing situation. A single adult may receive a few hundred dollars, while a family with children can receive much more.

Do I need to apply?

The key step is filing the Quebec tax return and completing the relevant information, including the required schedule within the TP-1 filing process.

Can it be combined with the federal GST credit?

Yes. The solidarity tax credit and the GST/HST credit are separate supports and can both apply to the same household.

Related pages

Housing allowance→Budget topic→Benefits questionnaire→

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