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Ontario Trillium Benefit May 2026: Official Payment Date & Amount Guide
When is the May 2026 OTB Payment Date?
Typically, the Ontario Trillium Benefit is paid on the 10th of every month. However, because May 10, 2026, falls on a Sunday, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) moves the payment to the nearest preceding business day.
Official May 2026 OTB Payment Date:
Friday, May 8, 2026
Note: If you have not received your payment via direct deposit by May 8, or via mail by May 22, please contact the CRA at 1-800-387-1193.
2026 Credit Components & Maximum Amounts
The OTB is a combined payment consisting of three distinct tax credits. Eligibility for these is determined automatically when you file your 2024 income tax return (for the current May 2026 payment).
| Credit Type | Recipient Group | Max Annual Amount |
|---|---|---|
| OEPTC (Energy/Property) | Non-Seniors (18-64) | $1,283 |
| OEPTC (Energy/Property) | Seniors (65+) | $1,461 |
| OSTC (Sales Tax) | Per Adult/Child | $371 |
| NOEC (Northern Energy) | Families | $285 |
Who Qualifies for the May 8th Payment?
To be eligible for the May payment, you must meet the following criteria:
- You were a resident of Ontario on December 31, 2024.
- You filed your 2024 tax return (including the ON-BEN application form).
- You are at least 18 years old (19 for the Sales Tax component) OR live/lived with a spouse/partner or child.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is my payment less than expected?
Your OTB is income-tested. As your net income increases, the credit amount gradually decreases. Additionally, if you chose the “Lump Sum” option on your tax return, you may not receive monthly payments.
2. What happens to the OTB in July 2026?
July marks the start of a new benefit year. To receive payments from July 2026 to June 2027, you must have filed your 2025 tax return by the April 30, 2026, deadline.
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