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# GST/HST Credit

**Understanding the GST/HST Credit:**

The Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) credit is a valuable benefit available to individuals and families with low or modest incomes. Here's what you need to know:

**1. Tax-Free Quarterly Payments:**

* The GST/HST credit is a tax-free payment provided quarterly to eligible individuals and families.
* It is designed to help offset some or all of the GST or HST paid by individuals and families with low or modest incomes.

**2. Payment Schedule:**

* Generally, GST/HST credit payments are issued quarterly in July, October, January, and April.
* Payments are typically made in the year you apply and in the following year, providing regular financial support to eligible recipients.

**3. Eligibility Criteria:**

* Eligibility for the GST/HST credit is based on factors such as income, family size, and marital status.
* To qualify, individuals and families must file an income tax return each year, even if they have no income to report.

Receiving the GST/HST credit can provide financial relief and support to individuals and families facing economic challenges, helping them manage their expenses effectively.<br>

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GST/HST credit - Overview:\
[www.cra-arc.gc.ca/bnfts/gsthst/menu-eng.html](https://canpr.gitbook.io/canpr/process/post-landing/www.cra-arc.gc.ca/bnfts/gsthst/menu-eng.html)

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