Nova Scotia Affordable Living Tax Credit (NSALTC)
About This Program
The Nova Scotia Affordable Living Tax Credit is a non-taxable quarterly payment designed to help low and modest-income individuals and families with the cost of living. For the July 2025 to June 2026 payment period (based on the 2024 tax return), the maximum annual credit is $255 for an individual or couple, plus $60 for each child under 19. The credit is reduced by 5% of adjusted family net income above $30,000. Payments are issued quarterly by the CRA, typically combined with the federal GST/HST credit payments.
Am I Eligible?
To qualify for this program, you generally need to meet all of the following requirements:
- Your province of residence must be NS
- You must be 19 years of age or older
- Your citizenship status must be one of: Canadian citizen, permanent resident, temporary resident, protected person or refugee
- You must have filed your most recent tax return
How Much Could You Receive?
Benefits are reduced once your income exceeds this amount
The credit is reduced by 5% ($0.05 per dollar) of adjusted family net income above $30,000.
One credit of $255 per year ($63.75 per quarter) per individual or couple. Only one credit per household, not per person.
$60 per year ($15 per quarter) for each child under 19 years of age.
How to Apply
Applications for this program are handled directly by the Government of Nova Scotia. Visit the official program page for application forms, required documents, and processing times.
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