Tax tip: Long-distance medical assistance

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Did you know... If you or a family member has to travel to get medical treatment that is not available where you live, you may be able to claim transportation or travel costs for the patient as a medical expense. If you have a letter from a medical practitioner certifying that the person receiving the treatment cannot travel without the help of an attendant, you may also claim the transportation or travel costs of the person who accompanied the patient. To claim transportation costs, the place where the treatment is received must be at least 40 kilometers from where the patient lives. To claim additional travel costs such as meals and lodging, the place where the treatment is received must be at least 80 kilometers from where the patient lives. For more information, visit www.cra.gc.ca/tax/individuals/menu-e.html. For media information

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2016-12-15

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Tax tip: Long-distance medical assistance

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