You may be able to get this benefit if you:
- Are 19 years of age or older on December 31st OR you lived with your spouse, common-law partner, or child.
- Are a resident of Canada for income tax purposes throughout the year.
- Are employed or self-employed.
Social Insurance Number
For example:
- confirmation of SIN letter
- plastic SIN card (non-expired)
Apply for CWB:
- Prepare your income tax and benefit return.
- Complete Schedule 6, Canada Workers Benefit to calculate the basic CWB.
- Enter the CWB amount calculated on Schedule 6 line 42, on line 453 of your return.
- If you are filing by paper - include your completed Schedule 6 with your return.
Advanced Canada workers benefit (ACWB) payments are sent automatically. You don't need to apply to receive the advanced payments. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will determine your eligibility when you file your income tax and benefit return. If you're entitled to a CWB amount on line 45300 of your income tax and benefit return, the CRA will automatically send you payments.
To receive the advanced payments, the CRA must receive your income tax and benefit return before November 1 of the benefit period.