Personal Tax Credits
Non-Refundable Measures:
- Non-Refundable Tax Credit Block
- Political Contributions Tax Credit
- Labour-Sponsored Funds Tax Credit
- Mineral Exploration Tax Credit
- Community Enterprise Development Tax Credit
- Small Business Venture Capital Tax Credit - (formerly the Community Enterprise Investment Tax Credit)
- Volunteer Firefighter and Search & Rescue Tax Credits
Refundable Measures:
- Fertility Treatment Tax Credit
- Education Property Tax Credit
- Residential Renters Tax Credit
- School Tax Credit for Homeowners
- Seniors' School Tax Rebate
- Personal Tax Credit
- Primary Caregiver Tax Credit
- Paid Work Experience Tax Credits (formerly Co-op Education and Apprenticeship Tax Credits)
- Green Energy Equipment Tax Credit
Non-Refundable Measures
Non-Refundable Tax Credit Block
Except where otherwise noted, the following credits are multiplied by the bottom tax rate of 10.8%.
Tax Credit |
2022 Amount |
2023 Amount |
Basic personal amount |
$10,145 |
$15,000 |
Spouse or common-law partner amount |
$9,134 |
$9,134 |
Amount for eligible dependent |
$9,134 |
$9,134 |
Caregiver amount -Income threshold (Separate from and in addition to the Primary Caregiver Tax Credit) |
$3,605 $12.312 |
$3,605 $12,312 |
Amount for infirm dependents -Income threshold |
$3,605 $5,115 |
$3.605 $5,115 |
Canada Pension Plan contributions (maximum) |
$3,166.45 |
$3,499.80 |
Employment Insurance premiums (maximum) |
$889.54 |
$952.74 |
Age amount -Income threshold Calculated amount is nil at: |
$3,728 $27,749 $52,602 |
$3,728 $27,749 $52,602 |
Pension amount |
$1,000 |
$1,000 |
Disability amount |
$6,180 |
$6,180 |
Disability supplement -Threshold for child & attendant care expenses |
$3,605 $2,112 |
$3,605 $2,112 |
Full-time education amount |
$400/month |
$400/month |
Part-time education amount |
$120/month |
$120/month |
Transfer limit for tuition and education amounts |
$5,000 |
$5,000 |
Interest paid on student loans |
Federal Amount Claimed |
Federal Amount Claimed |
Medical expense threshold |
$1,728 |
$1,728 |
Charitable donations |
First $200: 10.8% Over $200: 17.4% |
First $200: 10.8% Over $200: 17.4% |
Adoption Expenses Tax Credit (maximum) |
$10,000 |
$10,000 |
Manitoba’s Fitness Tax Credit (children and young adults up to age 24) |
$500 ($1,000 if disabled) |
$500 ($1,000 if disabled) |
Children’s Arts and Cultural Activity Tax Credit |
$500 ($1,000 if disabled) |
$500 ($1,000 if disabled) |
Manitoba Family Tax Benefit
The sum of:
- $2,065 basic amount;
- $2,065 for a spouse, common-law partner, or eligible dependent, if claimed;
- $2,065 if the taxpayer is 65 years of age or over;
- $2,065 if the taxpayer's spouse is 65 years of age or over and spouse's age amount was claimed on return;
- $2,752 for each disability claim
- $2,752 for each disabled dependent 18 years of age or over if claimed; and
- $2,752 for each dependent 18 years of age or under
minus
- 9% of the taxpayer's net income
Manitoba’s Fitness Tax Credit
Manitoba’s Fitness Tax Credit allows claims for fitness activities for children under 16, and young adults aged 16 through 24. The cost of up to $500 in eligible fitness activities may be claimed per child or young adult. For a child/young adult less than 18 years of age at the end of the year, the claim may be made by the child/young adult, or their parent. For a young adult 18 to 24 years of age at the end of the year, the claim may be made by the young adult, spouse or common law partner.
This credit provides an annual non-refundable benefit of up to $54 per child/young adult. An additional $54 credit for children and young adults with a disability may be available if at least $100 is spent for fitness activities, increasing the maximum credit to $108. The credit reduces Manitoba income tax otherwise payable in the tax year.
Eligible fitness expenses are the amounts of a fee paid for the cost of registration, or membership, of the individual in an eligible program of physical activity or membership in an eligible organization. For the purposes of this tax credit, the cost may include those in respect of administration, instruction, rental of required facilities, and uniforms and equipment (that are not available to be acquired by a participant in the program for an amount less than their fair market value). Eligible costs do not include accommodation, travel, food or beverages.
An "eligible program of physical activity" means a program of physical activity that is not part of a school's curriculum and is:
- a weekly program of a duration of eight or more consecutive weeks in which all or substantially all of the activities include a significant amount of physical activity;
- a program of a duration of five or more consecutive days in which more than 50% of the daily activities include a significant amount of physical activity; or
- a program of a duration of eight or more consecutive weeks offered to children or young adults by an organization in circumstances where a participant may select from a variety of activities offered as part of the program and
- at least 50% of those activities include a significant amount of physical activity, or
- at least 50% of the time scheduled for those activities offered is for activities that include a significant amount of physical activity.
Physical activity means a supervised activity suitable for children or young adults (other than an activity where a child or young adult rides on or in a motorized vehicle as an essential component of that activity) that contributes to cardio-respiratory endurance and to one or more of muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, or balance. For greater certainty, horseback riding is an activity that is deemed to meet the requirements. In respect of children and young adults with a disability, physical activity is that which results in movement and in an observable expenditure of energy in a recreational context.
Children's Arts and Cultural Activity Tax Credit
This Manitoba Children's Arts and Cultural Activity Tax Credit provides parents of children under 16 with a non-refundable benefit of up to $54 for children's participation in eligible non-fitness activities. The cost of up to $500 of eligible expenses per child may be claimed for participation in eligible non-fitness activities, including artistic, cultural, recreational or developmental actvities. An additional $54 credit for children with a disability under the age 18, may be available if at least $100 is spent on eligible activities, increasing the maximum credit to $108.
"Artistic, cultural, recreational or developmental activity" means a supervised activity (other than a physical activity), including activity adapted for children with a disability, that is suitable for children and intended to contribute to a child's ability to develop creative skills or expertise, acquire and apply knowledge, or improve dexterity or coordination, in an artistic or cultural discipline including literary arts, visual arts, performing arts, music, media, languages, customs, heritage, provides a substantial focus on wilderness and the natural environment, assists with the development and use of intellectual skills, includes structured interaction among children where supervisors teach or assist children to develop interpersonal skills, or provides enrichment or tutoring in academic subjects.
Expenses in respect of a child for a taxation year means the amount of a fee for registration in a program or membership in an organization that includes the cost of administration, instruction, rental of required facilities, and uniforms and equipment (that are not available to be acquired by a participant in the program for an amount less than their fair market value at the time). Expenses do not include the cost of accommodation, travel, food or beverages.
An eligible program is:
- a weekly program of a duration of eight or more consecutive weeks in which all or substantially all the activities include a significant amount of artistic, cultural, recreational or developmental activity;
- a program of a duration of five or more consecutive days in which more than 50% of the daily activities include a significant amount of artistic, cultural, recreational or developmental activity
- a program of a duration of eight or more consecutive weeks, offered to children by an organization in circumstances where a participant may select from a variety of activities offered as part of the program and
- at least 50% of those activities include a significant amount of artistic, cultural, recreational or developmental activity, or
- at least 50% of the time scheduled for those activities is for activities that include a significant amount of artistic, cultural, recreational or developmental activity.
Political Contributions Tax Credit
A taxpayer who contributes to a recognized provincial political party or candidate for election to the Manitoba Legislature may claim this credit. The tax credit that may be claimed by a taxpayer is equal to the lesser of:
a) $1000;
or
b) the sum of:
i) 75% of the first $400 of contributions;
ii) 50% of the next $350 of contributions; and
iii) 33.33% of the next $1,575 of contributions.
Labour-Sponsored Funds Tax Credit
A taxpayer who invests in a registered labour-sponsored venture capital corporation any time during the taxation year or within 60 days after the end of the taxation year may claim this credit. The tax credit that may be claimed is equal to 15% of the investment, to a maximum annual credit of $1,800 for corporations registered under The Labour-Sponsored Venture Capital Corporations Act.
Mineral Exploration Tax Credit
A taxpayer who invests in flow-through shares of qualifying mineral exploration companies may claim this credit. The tax credit that may be claimed by a taxpayer is equal to 30% of qualifying investments.
Notice
In 2022, the federal government passed amendments to the Income Tax Act (Canada) and Income Tax Regulations to establish a new Critical Mineral Exploration Tax Credit that provides an enhanced credit for exploration expenses related to certain critical minerals (ex. copper, nickel, lithium, etc.).
Due to the wording of the federal amendments and the manner in which Manitoba’s legislation references the federal legislation, amendments have been made to the Income Tax Act (Manitoba) to ensure that the Manitoba Mineral Exploration Tax Credit continues to apply to these critical minerals.
Community Enterprise Development Tax Credit - for individuals
The Community Enterprise Development Tax Credit is intended to encourage Manitoba-resident investors to invest in specific community enterprises or in community development investment pools in their communities. The aim is to assist community-based enterprise development projects in raising local equity capital. Individual investors have the option of acquiring eligible shares through their registered retirement savings plan or tax free savings account.
Effective for eligible shares issued after June 12, 2014:
- the tax credit rate is 45%.
- the maximum credit that an individual investor can earn in a year is $27,000, based on a maximum $60,000 eligible investment.
- the maximum eligible shares an approved company can issue under the program is $3 million.
- the tax credit (with respect only to the shares issued after 2014) is fully refundable.
- Shares purchased in the first 60 days following the end of a given calendar year are eligible for the credit in that given calendar year. This allows a shareholder who makes an eligible investment through a qualifying trust that is a registered retirement savings plan, to elect retroactively to claim the tax credit in the same taxation year as the deduction for the plan contribution.
These measures are intended to allow more local investors to promote the creation of good jobs at the community level by participating as owners in their regional enterprises. This includes lower-income investors and small businesses benefiting from Manitoba’s 0% corporate income tax rate.
For more information, contact:
Economic Programs Branch1010 - 259 Portage AvenueWinnipeg, MB R3B 3P4General Email: ecdevprograms@gov.mb.caGeneral phone number: 204-945-2475
Small Business Venture Capital Tax Credit - for individuals (formerly the Community Enterprise Investment Tax Credit)
The Small Business Venture Capital Tax Credit (SBVCTC) promotes, among Manitoba-resident individuals and companies, the acquisition of equity capital in emerging enterprises that require larger amounts of capital than community ownership can provide. The tax credit is non-refundable and offsets Manitoba income tax otherwise payable.
For more information, contact:
Economic Programs Branch1010 - 259 Portage AvenueWinnipeg, MB R3B 3P4General Email: ecdevprograms@gov.mb.caGeneral phone number: 204-945-2475
Volunteer Firefighter and Search & Rescue Tax Credits
Manitobans who perform at least 200 hours of combined volunteer firefighting and volunteer search and rescue services (ground, air, and marine) in a year are eligible to claim a 10.8% non-refundable tax credit on an amount of $3,000. The maximum annual benefit is $324.
For more information, please contact the Manitoba Tax Assistance Office.
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Refundable Measures
Fertility Treatment Tax Credit
The Fertility Treatment Tax Credit is a refundable personal income tax credit equal to 40% of fertility treatment fees paid to a Manitoba licensed medical practitioner or fertility treatment clinic, and for related prescription drugs, net of any reimbursements such as private health care coverage, related to the treatment of a Manitoba resident. Up to $20,000 in eligible medical expenses, as defined under federal income tax rules, can be claimed for a maximum credit of $8,000. The credit can be claimed by either spouse or partner, but not split between spouses or partners. Reversals of previous elective sterilization procedures (vasectomies, tubal ligations) do not qualify.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Fertility Treatment Tax Credit
Education Property Tax Credit
If you own your home and pay property taxes, you could be eligible to save up to $350.00 for the 2023 tax year with the Manitoba government’s Education Property Tax Credit (EPTC). The credit helps to cover the school taxes you pay, either directly on your municipal property tax statement or through your income tax return. Seniors may be eligible for additional savings.
Renters Tax Credit
The Residential Renters Tax Credit provides savings of up to $525 a year to Manitobans who rent their principal residence. Individuals who rent a residential property in Manitoba may claim up to $43.75 per month for each month they rented their home in a given year. This includes individuals renting a social housing property, and individuals who claim non-EIA rent assist benefits.
School Tax Credit for Homeowners
For the 2023 tax year, the Manitoba School Tax Credit for Homeowners is claimable by a taxpayer who is 55 years of age or over and is equal to the lesser of:
- $87.50 minus 1.0% of family income in excess of $15,000; and% of family income in excess of $15,000; and
- The Total of the following amounts:
- the individuals' education property tax credit for the year,
- the total of all amounts each of which is the school tax reduction given in respect of the principal residence of the individual for the year or a part of the year,
- the seniors' school tax rebate, if any, claimed for that year by the individual or the individual's cohabiting spouse or common-law partner.
Only one Homeowner's School Tax Assistance may be claimed per dwelling.
Seniors' School Tax Rebate
The Seniors' School Tax Rebate provides savings for eligible Manitobans age 65 or older who own their own home or are responsible for the payment of school tax on their principal residence. The maximum Rebate limit for the 2023 tax year is $235.
The Rebate is now calculated on net school taxes paid after the Basic and Seniors' Education Property Tax Credits (EPTC) are taken into account. In addition, the Rebate is reduced by 1.0% of net family income over $40,000.
Eligible seniors below the $40,000 income-tested threshold are eligible for a full Rebate, depending on net school tax paid. Senior households with a family net income of $63,500 and over no longer receive the Rebate.
For more information, go to the SSTR page.
Personal Tax Credit
The maximum amount which can be claimed is equal to the sum of:
- $195 basic credit;
- $195 credit for spouse if claimed;
- $195 equivalent-to-spouse credit;
- $113 age credit if the taxpayer is 65 years of age or over;
- $113 age credit for spouse if 65 years of age or over and if claimed;
- $113 disability credit for self;
- $113 disability credit for spouse if claimed;
- $113 disability credit for dependents other than a spouse;
- $62 per disabled dependent claimed; and
- $26 per dependent claimed 18 years of age or under
minus
1% of family net income.
Primary Caregiver Tax Credit
Manitobans who act as a primary caregiver for a family member, neighbour, or friend may be eligible for a refundable income tax credit.
Caregivers are required to complete a Registration Form, submit a copy of the form to Manitoba Finance, and continue to claim the credit on the income tax return.
The Primary Caregiver Tax Credit is a flat $1,400 annual credit available to all caregivers. The requirement to provide a minimum 90-days of care before eligibility commences remains in place.
Please find the eligibility requirements and procedure for registration, including the Registration Form, on the Primary Caregiver Tax Credit page at www.gov.mb.ca/finance/tao/caregiver.html.
Paid Work Experience Tax Credits (PWETC) - for unincorporated employers (formerly Co-op Education and Apprenticeship Tax Credits)
The Paid Work Experience family of tax credits provides qualified employers with a percentage of the wages and salaries paid to certain types of trainee employees and recent graduates working in Manitoba, net of other government funding for that remuneration.
Eligibility has been expanded to include employers who hire a student in a wide range of registered high school vocational programs that are not connected with the apprenticeship system. These would include programs in areas such as health care, child care, business and hospitality.
Unincorporated employers can claim the refundable credit on their individual income tax return in the tax year in which it is earned. For more information, including links and contacts, go to the PWETC section on the corporate tax credits page.
Green Energy Equipment Tax Credit - for property owners
Property owners who install a geothermal heat pump system or a solar thermal energy system may receive a tax credit on component equipment and on certain capital costs of installation.
For details, please go to the Green Energy Equipment Tax Credit page.
Teaching Expense Tax Credit
Through Manitoba’s Teaching Expense Tax Credit Manitoba teachers can claim 15% of up to $1,000 in out-of-pocket teaching expenses, resulting in a savings of up to $150 per year. Eligible expenses for this Manitoba credit are the same as for the federal Eligible Educator School Supply Tax Credit.
You are considered an eligible educator if you were employed at any time during the tax year and both of the following conditions are met:
- you were a teacher at an elementary or secondary school, or an early childhood educator at a regulated child care facility
- you held a teaching certificate, license, permit or diploma, or a certificate or diploma in early childhood education, which was valid and recognized in the province or territory in which you were employed
- you bought the teaching supplies for teaching or facilitating students’ learning.
- the teaching supplies were directly consumed or used in an elementary or secondary school or in a regulated child care facility in performing your employment.
- you were not entitled to a reimbursement, allowance, or any other form of assistance for the expense (unless the amount is included in the calculation of your income of any tax year and is not deductible in the calculation of your taxable income)
- the eligible teaching supplies expense was not deducted from any person’s income for any year or included in calculating a deduction from any person’s tax payable for any year
- books, games, and puzzles
- containers (such as plastic boxes or banker boxes)
- educational support software
For more information on the Manitoba individual income tax system, contact the Manitoba Tax Assistance Office at 948-2115 or Toll-free 1-800-782-0771 or visit the Manitoba Tax Assistance Office Web site.
