Eligible Ontario Residents to Receive Increased Ontario Trillium Benefit Payments on Friday

The Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB), a tax-free payment combining multiple provincial credits, is set to increase by 2% for eligible residents starting October 9, 2026. This includes an increase in the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit (OEPTC), the Northern Ontario Energy Credit, and the Ontario Sales Tax Credit. Residents can expect monthly payments depending on their specific circumstances, such as age, residency status, and the number of months they lived in a designated college, university, or private school residence in 2025. The final payments for the benefit year, from July 2026 to June 2027, are scheduled for distribution on the following dates: October 9, November 10, and December 10, 2026.

The Ontario government's website provides comprehensive information for those eligible for the Ontario Trillium Benefit, including details on each credit and the payment process. For those who have yet to receive their payment, they are advised to wait 10 working days from the payment date before contacting the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

This benefit increase affects many Ontario residents, especially those who have seen an increase in their monthly payments due to the indexation process. Those eligible for the Ontario Trillium Benefit are encouraged to visit the Ontario government's website for further details and support.