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February 8, 2025

CIC News | New Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) 2025: Everything You Need to Know

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CIC News Update 2025 | The Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) is a crucial financial aid program designed to support low- and moderate-income residents of Ontario by combining three credits: the Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC), the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit (OEPTC), and the Northern Ontario Energy Credit (NOEC). The next installment is set to be deposited on February 10, 2025. Understanding eligibility, payment dates, and how to maximize benefits ensures Ontarians receive their rightful financial assistance. AtoZee Visas provides expert guidance on navigating financial aid programs, ensuring you make the most of available benefits.

Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) 2025 Overview

Category	Details
What is OTB?	A tax-free benefit combining OSTC and NOEC to help with energy costs, property taxes, and sales tax.
Next Payment Date	10 February 2025
Payment Frequency	Monthly, on the 10th (or Last working day before if on a Weekend/Holiday)
Eligibility Criteria	Must qualify for at least one of the three credits – OSTC, OEPT, or NOEC
Application Process	File an Income tax return and Complete it from ON-BEN
Supporting Documents	Keep records of rest, Property tax, or energy Costs for Verification.

OTB Payment Dates in 2025

Month	Date
January	10th
February	10th
March	10th
April	10th
May	9th
June	10th
July	10th
August	8th
September	10th
October	10th
November	10th
December	10th

Eligibility Criteria

Credit Type	Eligibility Requirements
Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC)	Ontario resident on Dec 31, 2024, aged 19+, with a spouse/common-law partner, or parent of a child.
Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit (OEPTC)	Paid property tax/rent/home energy costs in 2024; lived in a long-term care home or designated private school/university/college.
Northern Ontario Energy Credit (NOEC)	Northern Ontario resident on Dec 31, 2024, paid rent/property tax/home energy costs.

OTB Maximum Annual Benefits for 2025

Credit Type	Maximum Benefit
NOEC (Single)	$180
NOEC (Family)	$277
OEPTC (18-64 years old)	$1,248
OEPTC (Seniors 65+)	$1,421
OEPTC (On reserves/care facilities)	$277
OEPTC (Students in residence)	$25
OSTC	$360 per person

Additional Information

Scenario	Details
What if my OTB is $360 or less?	You receive a lump sum in July of the previous year.
How to Maximize OTB?	File taxes on time, update banking/address details with CRA and check eligibility annually.
Who to Contact for Help?	CRA or a tax professional for guidance.