QC Solidarity Credit
The Solidarity Tax Credit is a refundable tax credit for low- and middle-income Quebec residents. It combines several former credits (including a housing component) into one payment, paid monthly or as a lump sum, to help with living and housing costs.
File Schedule D every year to receive the credit. Report any change in your dwelling or family situation to Revenu Québec so your amount stays accurate. You can choose monthly payments or a lump sum, so pick what works best for your budgeting.
You may qualify if you are 18 or older (or under 18 with a spouse, a child living with you, or recognized as an emancipated minor), have legal status in Canada, live in Quebec, live in an eligible dwelling, and your family income is within the credit's limits.
Your Quebec income tax return with Schedule D completed, and information about your dwelling (you will receive Relevé 31 to help you claim it).
Claim the credit by filing Schedule D of your Quebec income tax return. Revenu Québec calculates the amount based on your income, family situation, and dwelling.
A common mistake is not filing Schedule D, which means the credit is not paid. Another is not telling Revenu Québec when your dwelling or family situation changes, which affects the amount. People also miss that you must be 18 (with some exceptions) and live in an eligible dwelling.
The Application Helper walks you through each question on this benefit's form in plain language.
Quebec Family Allowance
A provincial payment for eligible Quebec families with dependent children under 18, adjusted for income, with a supplement for children with disabilities.
View detailsQuebec Low-Rental Housing Program
Rent-geared-to-income public housing for eligible low-income Quebec households, including seniors, families, and people with disabilities.
View detailsQuebec Shelter Allowance Program
Housing-cost assistance for eligible low-income Quebec households, especially families with children and older adults.
View detailsFree disability-benefits navigation services are available if you'd like help understanding or applying for this benefit.
Quebec-wide
Audition Québec is a Quebec community organization providing information, referral and advocacy for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. As a federally funded Disability Benefit Navigation provider, it offers one-to-one support to help Deaf and hard-of-hearing people in Quebec access the Disability Tax Credit and related disability benefits. Services are available in French and English.
Languages: French, English
Quebec and Francophones across Canada
Finautonome is a Quebec-based community organization dedicated to the financial well-being of people with disabilities. It provides disability benefits navigation — helping people with disabilities, caregivers and organizations identify needs and access government financial assistance, programs, measures and services. Services are available in French and English, with particular importance for French-speaking users across Canada.
Languages: French, English
National
Plan Institute is a Canadian non-profit and registered charity that helps people with disabilities and their families plan for a good life. Its free national Disability Planning Helpline offers one-on-one support with the Disability Tax Credit (DTC), the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP), the Canada Disability Benefit, wills and trusts, and future and financial planning. Plan Institute also offers free webinars and online courses on the RDSP, DTC, and building personal support networks. The helpline is free, confidential, and available across Canada by phone, email, and online request form.
Languages: English, Interpretation in ASL and other languages on request
Application denied?
If your application is turned down, the Appeals Guide explains filing deadlines, escalation levels, and where to find free legal and advocate help.
Provincial public body that provides information, guidance and support to people with disabilities and their families in Quebec.
View detailsAudition Québec is a Quebec community organization providing information, referral and advocacy for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. As a federally funded Disability Benefit Navigation provider, it offers one-to-one support to help Deaf and hard-of-hearing people in Quebec access the Disability Tax Credit and related disability benefits. Services are available in French and English.
View detailsFinautonome is a Quebec-based community organization dedicated to the financial well-being of people with disabilities. It provides disability benefits navigation — helping people with disabilities, caregivers and organizations identify needs and access government financial assistance, programs, measures and services. Services are available in French and English, with particular importance for French-speaking users across Canada.
View detailsAccessible Compass is an independent guide — we are not a government agency and do not process applications or approve benefits. We provide general information only, not legal, medical, or financial advice. Program rules may change. Always confirm with official government sources.
