Québec Work Premium

QuebecWorkChecked October 2, 2026

The work premium is a refundable Québec tax credit that rewards low- and moderate-income workers. There is an adapted version for people with a severely limited capacity for employment, and part can be paid in advance.

How much

2026 maximums: single $1,207.33; couple without children $1,882.45; single parent $3,122.40; couple with children $4,057.00. Adapted premium maximums are higher.

When it's paid

Claimed on the annual return; optionally advance payments by the 15th of each month (up to 50% or 75% of the estimated premium).

Who qualifies

You lived in Québec on December 31
You have work income
Your family income is within the program limits
You are not a full-time student (with some exceptions)

How to apply

Complete Schedule P with your Québec return
Optionally apply for advance payments with form TPZ-1029.8.P-V by December 1 to get 12 payments
Report income changes during the year if receiving advances

What to have ready

Employment income slips (RL-1)
Spouse's income information

Common mistakes to avoid

Forgetting Schedule P
Taking advances and not reporting income changes, leading to repayment

Still being confirmed: Revenu Québec pages blocked direct fetch; 2026 maximums are from search excerpts and should be rechecked. Student exclusion rule not confirmed. Check the official page for the latest details.

Official sources

Last checked against these pages on October 2, 2026.

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