Tips
- Usually the lower-income spouse should claim the family’s medical expenses because the 3% threshold is lower.
- Choose any 12-month period ending in the tax year.
- Eligible: prescriptions, dental, vision, private health insurance premiums you paid, medical travel over 40 km, and more.
Provinces give an additional credit with their own thresholds.
FAQ
What is the medical expense threshold for 2026?
The lower of 3% of net income or $2,890.
Sources (checked Nov 6, 2026): CRA 2026 indexed amounts; Income Tax Act s. 118.2.