$200 Taxpayer Rebate Cheques: The Ontario government has confirmed that it has begun the process of sending out $200 “Taxpayer Rebate” cheques to provincial taxpayers and their eligible children. The government said in a media release Friday that the cheques began being delivered in early 2025 and will reach the mailboxes of all eligible people over the next few weeks.
When will I get a cheque?
The rebate cheques are expected to arrive in mailboxes between late January and early February. The rebate is being offered specifically to account for inflation caused by the federal carbon tax and high interest rates. The Ontario government says these cheques will be sent only through the mail.
“As Ontario families struggle due to the federal carbon tax, high interest rates and global economic uncertainty, our government is taking steps to help families weather this crisis,” Ontario Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy said in a statement.
He also said, “Thanks to our prudent fiscal management policy, our government is able to deliver this critical support to families while investing in public services while improving Ontario’s finances.”
Who is eligible for this rebate and how much will I get?
This rebate is being sent to all Ontario residents who qualify for the taxpayer rebate. To receive the rebate, you must be a resident of Ontario, 18 years of age or older by December 31, 2023, not be bankrupt or incarcerated in 2024, and have filed your 2023 income tax return by December 31, 2024.
Families who receive the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) will receive a separate $200 cheque for each eligible child. For example, if a family with two adults and three children qualifies, they will receive a total of $1,000.
If a family has a shared parenting arrangement, the amount of the cheque will be distributed based on the most recent CCB information.
How do I check the status of my cheque?
Ontarians can track the status of their eligible cheques online. You will need the postal code, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Insurance Number for the address you provided on your CRA (Canada Revenue Agency) tax return to check the status of your cheque.
What if I need to change my delivery address?
Scott Blodgett, a spokesperson for Ontario’s Ministry of Finance, said cheques will be sent to the address the CRA has on record. If a person has moved in Ontario, they can update their address by visiting the Ontario website or calling Service Ontario at 1-833-351-0409 or 1-888-821-9056 (TTY).
Once the address is changed, the cheque will be sent to the new address, and the previously sent cheque will be cancelled.
What to do if I have a problem with my rebate check?
Blodget also said, “If someone has a problem after receiving their check, they can go to the website above or call Service Ontario, and someone will help them.”
Thus, the Ontario government has taken an important step to help its public through this rebate. If you are also eligible for this rebate, it is important for you to be aware of this process so that you can receive your check on time and keep track of its status.
FAQs
Q. When will I receive my $200 Ontario taxpayer rebate cheque?
A. The cheques are expected to arrive in mailboxes by late January to early February.
Q. Who is eligible for the $200 Ontario rebate?
A. You must be 18 or older, a resident of Ontario as of December 31, 2023, and have filed a 2023 income tax return by December 31, 2024.
Q. How much will I receive with the rebate?
A. Eligible families will receive $200 for each child under 18 years old, in addition to the $200 rebate for adults.
Q. How can I track the status of my rebate cheque?
A. You can track your cheque status online using your Social Insurance Number (SIN), birth date, and postal code.
Q. What if I need to change my delivery address?
A. If you’ve moved, update your address online at Ontario.ca/TaxpayerRebate or call Service Ontario at 1-833-351-0409.
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