Summer Camps receipts may be used for the Child Care tax deduction so hang on to them!
Refresh my memory. What is the Child Care Tax Deduction?
If you pay someone to care for your child so you can earn an income or go to school, you may be able to deduct these costs from your total income. This is often more valuable than a simple tax credit. For more information refer to my page Child Care Expenses.
As a reminder, the lower income spouse may claim up to $11,000 per child if they qualify for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC). In addition, the normal age limit of 16 does not apply assuming the child is dependent on you or your spouse.
What summer camp receipts are eligible?
Day camps and day sports school may be claimed in their entirety towards your Child Care limit. Overnight camps on the other hand may only be claimed up to a maximum of $275 per week, if your child qualifies for the DTC.
You may also claim caregivers providing child care services, day nursery and day child care centers.
Anything else?
Remember if someone else pays the bills (i.e. the Autism Funds Unit) you cannot claim it as an expense.
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