2018 Ontario Trillium Benefit Calculator

The 2018 Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) was a provincial program that provided financial assistance to low-income families in Ontario. This calculator helps you determine your eligibility and estimate your benefit amount based on the 2018 rates.

What is the Ontario Trillium Benefit?

The Ontario Trillium Benefit was a social assistance program designed to help low-income families with children under 18 years old. It provided financial support to cover basic needs such as housing, food, and childcare.

The program was part of Ontario's social assistance system and was administered by the Ontario Works agency. The benefit amount varied based on family size, income, and other factors.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the 2018 Ontario Trillium Benefit, you must meet certain eligibility criteria:

Be a resident of Ontario
Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Have a child under 18 years old
Meet the income requirements
Not be eligible for other provincial benefits that provide more support

Single parents and families with multiple children often had higher benefit amounts.

Income Limits

The income limits for the 2018 Ontario Trillium Benefit were based on family size and composition. The maximum income allowed varied depending on whether you were a single parent or a family with multiple children.

For 2018, the maximum income for a single parent with one child was $1,200 per month. For a family with two children, the maximum was $1,500 per month.

Income included wages, employment insurance, child support received, and other sources of income. Certain deductions were allowed, such as childcare expenses and medical expenses.

How to Apply

To apply for the 2018 Ontario Trillium Benefit, you needed to complete an application through the Ontario Works agency. The process typically involved:

Gathering required documents (proof of income, identification, etc.)
Completing the application form
Submitting the application to your local Ontario Works office
Attending an interview if required

Applications were processed on a first-come, first-served basis, and approval was not guaranteed.

FAQ

What was the maximum benefit amount for 2018?

The maximum monthly benefit for a single parent with one child was $1,000, and for a family with two children, it was $1,300.

How often were payments made?

Payments were typically made monthly, with the amount adjusted based on your income and family size.

Were there any deductions allowed?

Yes, deductions were allowed for childcare expenses, medical expenses, and other approved costs.

Could I apply if I had a part-time job?

Yes, but your income would be considered when determining your eligibility and benefit amount.

Was the program still available after 2018?

The program was updated in subsequent years, but the 2018 rates and eligibility criteria are what this calculator is based on.