Glossary
Common-law partner
Canadian ProgramsA person you have lived with in a conjugal relationship for at least 12 continuous months. In Canada, common-law partners have similar tax obligations and benefit eligibility as married spouses, including for CCB, GST credit, and income-tested programs.
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Canada Child Benefit (CCB)
A tax-free monthly payment to eligible families to help with the cost of raising children under 18. The amount depends on your family income and number of children. You must file a tax return each year to keep receiving it, even if your income is zero.
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Net income
The amount of money you actually take home after all deductions. This is the number that matters for budgeting because it reflects what you actually have to work with each pay period.