You can claim the Canada Workers Benefit (CWB) when you file your tax return.
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Claim the Canada Workers Benefit (CWB)
To claim the CWB, you must either:
- File your taxes electronically and follow the instructions in your certified tax software
- If you are filing a paper return, fill out and attach Schedule 6, Canada workers benefit. Enter the result from "Step 2 – Basic CWB” or “Step 3 – CWB disability supplement”, whichever applies, of your Schedule 6 on line 45300 of your return
Claiming the disability supplement
If you have an eligible spouse and one of you is eligible for the disability tax credit, that person should claim both the basic amount and the disability supplement.
If you have an eligible spouse and both of you are eligible for the disability tax credit, only one of you can claim the basic amount. However, each of you must claim the disability supplement on a separate Schedule 6.
Advanced Canada workers benefit (ACWB) payments are sent automatically
You don't need to apply to receive the advanced payments. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will determine your eligibility when you file your income tax and benefit return. If you're entitled to a CWB amount on line 45300 of your income tax and benefit return, the CRA will automatically send you payments.
To receive the advanced payments, the CRA must receive your income tax and benefit return before November 1 of the benefit period which starts in July and ends in June of the following year.
For more information about ACWB, go to Line 41500 – Advanced Canada workers benefit (ACWB).
