Canada Workers Benefit (CWB)
Canada Revenue Agency
A refundable tax credit that tops up the income of people who work but earn a low income, with an extra supplement for workers with a disability.
- Value
- From $1,633
- Intake
- Ongoing
- Last verified
- September 20, 2026
About the amount
A refundable credit for lower-income workers, with a disability supplement on top. The basic and supplement amounts and the income thresholds are indexed every year and CRA no longer publishes them on the programme page, so check the current figures before relying on them. Advance payments arrive automatically for people who qualified the previous year.
What to know
The CWB has two parts: a basic amount and a disability supplement. You claim it on your tax return, and advance payments can be issued automatically through the year. Maximum amounts and phase-out thresholds differ for residents of Quebec, Nunavut and Alberta.
Documents you'll likely need
- T4 or other proof of employment income
- Your filed tax return
Source
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/deductions-credits-expenses/line-45300-canada-workers-benefit-cwb.htmlCashRadar identifies potential matches. Final eligibility is determined by the program administrator. CashRadar is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Government of Canada or any provincial government.