Get ready, Ontario! A new Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) payment is on the way, and thousands of eligible residents will see the funds deposited into their accounts on Friday, May 9, 2025.
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The OTB is a tax-free monthly benefit designed to help offset key living costs like energy bills, property taxes, and sales tax expenses for low- and moderate-income individuals and families.
Because May 10 falls on a Saturday, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is issuing the payment one day early to ensure recipients receive their funds before the weekend.
What Is the Ontario Trillium Benefit?
The Ontario Trillium Benefit is a financial support program funded by the provincial government and administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It combines three key credits into one monthly payment:
- Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit (OEPTC)
- Northern Ontario Energy Credit (NOEC)
- Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC)
These credits help eligible residents with expenses related to housing, energy, and the sales tax burden on daily purchases.
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Ontario Trillium Benefit Payment Dates for 2025
Here is the complete 2025 OTB payment schedule:
- May 9, 2025
- June 10, 2025
- July 10, 2025
- August 8, 2025
- September 10, 2025
- October 10, 2025
- November 10, 2025
- December 10, 2025
Note: If your total annual OTB amount is $360 or less, you may have received it as a lump-sum payment in July 2024. If you qualify again for 2025, expect another one-time payment in July 2025.
For those eligible for more than $360, the benefit is divided into monthly installments.
Who Qualifies for the Ontario Trillium Benefit in 2025?
To qualify for OTB payments up to June 2025, your 2023 income tax return must be filed. For payments starting July 2025, your 2024 return will be used to determine eligibility.
General Eligibility Requirements:
- You must be a resident of Ontario
- You must have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)
- You need to file your income tax return
Credit-Specific Criteria:
Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC)
- Must be 19 or older, or:
- Have a spouse/common-law partner, or
- Be a parent living with your child
- Household income must fall within CRA limits
Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit (OEPTC)
- Paid rent or property tax in Ontario in 2023, or
- Paid for energy on a reserve or lived in a long-term care facility
Northern Ontario Energy Credit (NOEC)
- Must live in Northern Ontario (e.g., Sudbury, Thunder Bay, North Bay)
- Be 18 or older, married/common-law, or a parent
- Must have paid energy or property-related expenses
How Much Money Can You Get from the Ontario Trillium Benefit?
Payment amounts vary based on your income, household composition, and which credits you qualify for.
Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit (OEPTC)
- Up to $1,248 (ages 18–64)
- Up to $1,421 (ages 65+)
- $277 (residents of reserves or long-term care)
- $25 (students in designated residences)
Northern Ontario Energy Credit (NOEC)
- $180 for single individuals
- $277 for families
Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC)
- Up to $360 per adult
- An additional $360 per dependent child
Potential Total:
Some households could receive over $2,000 annually, making OTB a significant support for covering rent, energy, and grocery costs.
How to Make Sure You Get Your May 2025 OTB Payment
To ensure you don’t miss your payment:
- File your 2023 tax return if you haven’t already (to receive up to June 2025 payments)
- Update your contact and banking information with the CRA
- Check CRA’s My Account for payment tracking
- Apply for the relevant credits on your tax return
Even if you have no income, filing your return is essential to qualify.
Final Thoughts
The Ontario Trillium Benefit May 2025 payment offers critical relief to help manage the high cost of living. With the next deposit arriving on May 9, 2025, eligible Ontarians are encouraged to check their eligibility and ensure their tax filings are up to date.
By combining three provincial credits into a single payment, the OTB helps thousands across the province stay financially stable—whether through rent support, energy subsidies, or tax relief.
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