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Newfoundland and Labrador benefits, credits and rebates

If you live in Newfoundland and Labrador, you can explore provincial programs alongside federal supports such as the Canada Child Benefit and Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit. Program rules and application steps differ. Check each program's official page before applying.

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Newfoundland and Labrador programs we check

Linked official program pages were checked September 29 or October 1, 2026. Other entries still need a verified source; use your province's official website to check current rules.

• Newfoundland and Labrador Child Benefit (with Early Childhood Nutrition Supplement) Official details Our guide
• Newfoundland and Labrador Income Supplement and Seniors' Benefit Official details Our guide
• Newfoundland and Labrador Disability Benefit (NLDB, ages 18-64 with the DTC) Official details Our guide
• NL Prescription Drug Program

Newfoundland and Labrador guides

• Newfoundland and Labrador Child Benefit: how much per child?The Newfoundland and Labrador Child Benefit is a tax-free monthly payment for low-income families with children under 18. Families with children under five may also get the Early Childhood Nutrition Supplement. Both are paid with the Canada Child Benefit (CCB).
• Newfoundland and Labrador Disability Benefit: up to $400 a monthThe Newfoundland and Labrador Disability Benefit (NLDB) pays up to $400 a month ($4,800 a year) to low-income adults aged 18 to 64 who qualify for the Disability Tax Credit. You do not apply: the CRA pays it from your tax file.
• Newfoundland and Labrador Income Supplement and Seniors' BenefitTwo tax-free provincial amounts paid every three months with the federal Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB, formerly the GST/HST credit). The Income Supplement helps low-income people and families; the Seniors' Benefit adds up to $1,882 a year for low-income seniors.

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Federal programs to check

Eligibility depends on age, income, work history, family circumstances and each program's rules. Use the official links below to confirm details.

• Canada Child Benefit (CCB) and Child Disability Benefit Official details Our guide
• Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (formerly GST/HST credit) Official details Our guide
• Canada Workers Benefit Official details Our guide
• Canadian Dental Care Plan Official details Our guide
• Disability Tax Credit Official details Our guide
• Canada Disability Benefit Official details Our guide
• Canada Caregiver Credit Official details Our guide
• Old Age Security (OAS) Official details Our guide
• Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) Official details Our guide
• Canada Pension Plan (CPP) retirement, disability and survivor benefits Official details Our guide
• Employment Insurance (regular, maternity, parental, sickness, caregiving) Official details
• RESP grants: Canada Education Savings Grant and Canada Learning Bond Our guide
• RDSP grants and bonds
• Canada Student Grants
• First Home Savings Account (FHSA) and Home Buyers' Plan Our guide
• Medical expense and home accessibility tax credits Our guide

Local programs

Many cities and utilities also offer property tax relief, low-income transit and recreation passes, and help with water, heating or electricity bills. Enter your city in the questionnaire and we'll look for them.

Program names and rules change. Always confirm details on the official government website before applying. BenefitCanada is independent and not affiliated with any government.