Nova Scotia benefits, credits and rebates

If you live in Nova Scotia, 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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Nova Scotia 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.

Nova Scotia Child Benefit Official details Our guide
Nova Scotia Affordable Living Tax Credit Official details Our guide
Poverty Reduction Credit
Heating Assistance Rebate Program
Seniors Care Grant
Nova Scotia Pharmacare

Nova Scotia guides

Nova Scotia Affordable Living Tax CreditA tax-free credit for Nova Scotians with low and modest incomes. It offsets the HST and is added to the quarterly Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (formerly the GST/HST credit) payments.
Nova Scotia Child BenefitThe Nova Scotia Child Benefit is a tax-free monthly payment for low- and modest-income families with children under 18. It is paid with the CCB.

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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

Verify with official sources

This page is a program checklist, not a decision about your eligibility. For current rules and payment estimates, start with these Government of Canada resources:

Benefits Finder — browse federal programs.
Child and family benefits calculator — estimate CRA-administered payments using your details.
Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit — check current eligibility and payment information.

Local programs

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