Quebec Solidarity Tax Credit 2026: Up to $1,948 — If You File Schedule D
Every year, Revenu Québec pays the solidarity tax credit to nearly 2.8 million Quebec households. For the current payment period — July 2026 to June 2027 — the maximum amount reaches $1,948 for a couple with two children, and $1,281 for a single person.
The catch? Thousands of eligible people receive only a fraction of it, or nothing at all, for a simple reason: they didn't file Schedule D with their tax return. Here is how the credit really works, with the exact 2026–2027 amounts and two worked examples.
The three components of the credit
The solidarity tax credit is a refundable credit: even if you pay no income tax, you still receive the money. It has three components, and you don't need to qualify for all three to benefit:
| Component | Maximum amount (2026–2027) |
|---|---|
| QST — basic amount | $363 |
| QST — amount for spouse | $363 |
| QST — supplement for a person living alone | $172 |
| Housing — single person or single-parent family | $746 |
| Housing — couple | $906 |
| Housing — supplement per dependent child | $158 |
| Northern village — higher amounts | see Schedule D |
The QST component offsets the sales tax you pay on everyday purchases. To see how much QST really costs you each year, [our GST/QST calculator](/en/gst-qst-calculator) does the math in seconds.
The housing component recognizes the cost of housing in Quebec. The northern village component is added for residents of northern villages, where the cost of living is significantly higher.
Who is eligible?
For the July 2026 to June 2027 payment period, your situation is assessed as of December 31, 2025. You may qualify if:
- you were 18 or older on December 31, 2025;
- you lived in Quebec;
- you were a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, protected person, or a temporary resident who lived in Canada for the previous 18 months;
- you filed your 2025 tax return and registered for direct deposit;
- your family income (line 275 of your return, plus your spouse's if applicable) is below the maximum thresholds.
| Family situation on December 31, 2025 | Maximum family income |
|---|---|
| Individual with a spouse | $70,395 + $2,634 per dependent child |
| Single-parent family | $64,545 + $2,634 per dependent child |
| Individual without a spouse | $64,545 |
A few important details: only one claim per couple can be filed. You don't qualify if you were held in prison for more than 183 days in 2025, or if the Family Allowance was paid in your respect for December 2025 (unless you turned 18 that month).
Worked example: how much you could actually receive
Case 1: Léa, 29, single and renting
Léa lives alone in Quebec City and earned $38,000 in 2025. Her maximum credit:
- QST: $363 (basic) + $172 (person living alone) = $535
- Housing (single person, tenant): $746
- Maximum total: $1,281
Her $38,000 income is below the $43,195 reduction threshold, so no reduction applies. Since the amount exceeds $800, she receives it every month: $1,281 ÷ 12 = $106.75 per month, from July 2026 to June 2027.
Case 2: Marc and Julie, a couple with two children
The couple rents in Laval and their 2025 family income was $50,000. Their maximum credit:
- QST: $363 + $363 (spouse) = $726
- Housing (couple): $906 + 2 × $158 (children) = $1,222
- Maximum total: $1,948
But their income exceeds the $43,195 threshold. The reduction applies at 6% (they benefit from two components) on the excess:
- Excess: $50,000 − $43,195 = $6,805
- Reduction: 6% × $6,805 = $408.30
- Actual credit: $1,948 − $408.30 = $1,539.70
Paid monthly: $1,539.70 ÷ 12 = $128.31 per month.
To estimate your 2026 Quebec income tax before filing your claim, [our Quebec income tax calculator](/en/quebec-income-tax-calculator) gives you your average and marginal tax rates in a few clicks.
The costly mistake: forgetting Schedule D
This is THE trap of the solidarity tax credit. If you qualify but don't file Schedule D, Revenu Québec will pay you only the basic amount of the QST component ($363, plus $363 for your spouse if applicable). In Marc and Julie's case, that would mean $726 instead of $1,539.70 — a loss of more than $800.
For the housing component, have your proof ready:
- Tenant or subtenant: the dwelling number in box A of the RL-31 slip provided by your landlord. If you hadn't received it by mid-March 2026, instructions are on page 2 of Schedule D.
- Homeowner: the matricule number or cadastral designation from your municipal tax bill.
Note that even in low-rent housing (non-eligible dwelling), you can still receive the QST and northern village components, if applicable.
When does the money arrive?
Payment frequency depends on the amount determined for the period:
| Amount for the period | Frequency |
|---|---|
| $800 or more | Monthly (within the first 5 days of the month) |
| $241 to $799 | Quarterly (July, October, January, April) |
| $240 or less | Annual (once, in July) |
Two pieces of good news: the amounts received are not taxable, and the components are indexed every year to protect your purchasing power. However, direct deposit registration is mandatory — without it, no payment. And if you leave Quebec or are incarcerated, you lose the right to payments for subsequent months: notify Revenu Québec.
Forgot to claim it in past years? It's not too late
You can claim the credit retroactively, within 4 years following the end of the tax year used in the calculation. For the July 2026 to June 2027 period (based on 2025), you have until December 31, 2029 to send a complete claim to Revenu Québec. If you missed the credit for 2022, 2023, or 2024, check as well: you may still be able to claim it.
In short: file your return, complete Schedule D, register for direct deposit, and keep your RL-31 slip. This credit is designed to protect the purchasing power of low- and middle-income households — so make sure you get every dollar you're owed. To better understand the QST this credit partly offsets, take a look at [our GST/QST guide](/en/blog/gst-qst-quebec).
Frequently asked questions
Is the solidarity tax credit taxable?
No. Amounts paid under the solidarity tax credit are not taxable: you don't have to report them as income.
I didn't file Schedule D. What will I receive?
Only the basic amount of the QST component ($363 for 2026–2027, plus $363 for your spouse if applicable). To receive the housing and northern village components, as well as the supplement for a person living alone, you must file Schedule D.
I live with roommates or with my parents. Do I qualify for the housing component?
Only if you were the owner, tenant, or subtenant of an eligible dwelling on December 31, 2025. If you were simply living with someone without being a tenant or subtenant, you don't qualify — but you can still receive the QST component.
My family income is slightly above the threshold. Do I lose everything?
No, the reduction is gradual: 6% of the excess above $43,195 if you benefit from at least two components, 3% if you benefit from only one. You lose the credit entirely only when your income reaches the maximum family income ($64,545 for a single person, for example).
I moved out of Quebec during the year. What happens?
You are not entitled to the credit payment for a month if, just before the start of that month, you no longer live in Quebec. You must notify Revenu Québec by phone.
Where can I see the exact amount I'm entitled to?
Revenu Québec offers an online tool to estimate solidarity tax credit payments. The final amount will be communicated to you by Revenu Québec after your return and Schedule D are processed.