Ontarian taxpayers are set to receive their next Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) payment on December 10, providing financial support to households facing rising living costs. The OTB combines three key credits — the Ontario Sales Tax Credit, the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit, and the Northern Ontario Energy Credit — into one monthly payment for eligible residents.
What makes this cycle notable is that eligible temporary residents who meet the program’s income and filing requirements are also included, continuing Ontario’s effort to ensure broader access to provincial cost-of-living support. The government has emphasized that temporary residents who have filed their 2023 tax return, meet residency rules, and qualify under at least one of the credit categories will receive the benefit automatically.
Financial advisors say the December disbursement will be especially welcome for low- to moderate-income families, seniors, students, and newcomers who rely on these credits to offset energy, sales tax, and housing-related costs. With winter heating bills rising and inflation continuing to pressure household budgets, the OTB’s timing is seen as a meaningful boost for many.
The amount individuals receive varies based on income, family size, living arrangements, and whether they qualify for one or more of the components. Payments are issued monthly for those whose annual entitlement exceeds $360, while smaller totals are provided as a lump sum.
Residents are being reminded that no separate application is required — filing a tax return and maintaining updated information with the CRA ensures automatic assessment and payment.
As the next instalment approaches, community organizations say the program remains a valuable support tool for Ontarians navigating economic uncertainty, offering targeted relief as the province heads into the winter months.