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Newfoundland & LabradorSeniors

Seniors' Benefit

A yearly payment for low-income seniors in Newfoundland and Labrador. You get it automatically by filing your taxes.

Estimated value
Up to $1,882/year (family income under about $30,409)
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Who qualifies

  • For NL seniors (65+) with family income under about $30,078 for the full amount.

How to apply

  1. 1

    Just file your taxes

    There is no application. The CRA pays it automatically based on your tax return.

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Documents you will need

  • Filed tax return
How often it is paid
Yearly (paid quarterly)

Good to know

  • No application — it is paid automatically from your tax return.

Often applied for together

Old Age SecurityGuaranteed Income SupplementNL Income Supplement
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Last verified: September 1, 2026