T4 · Statement of Remuneration Paid

T4 box 45: employer-offered dental benefits

Your employer issues a T4 for every job you had during the year, by the end of February.

What it is: Whether you could get dental coverage through your employer on December 31: 1 not eligible, 2 you only, 3 you, your spouse and children, 4 you and your spouse, 5 you and your children.
Where it goes on your return: Nothing to enter. The CRA uses it to check eligibility for the Canadian Dental Care Plan.

Code 1 means you may qualify for the Canadian Dental Care Plan if your family income is under $90,000.

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Frequently asked questions

What is T4 box 45 on my T4?

T4 box 45 is employer-offered dental benefits. Whether you could get dental coverage through your employer on December 31: 1 not eligible, 2 you only, 3 you, your spouse and children, 4 you and your spouse, 5 you and your children.

Where do I put T4 box 45 on my tax return?

Nothing to enter. The CRA uses it to check eligibility for the Canadian Dental Care Plan.

Other T4 boxes

Box 10 Box 12 Box 14 Box 16 Box 16A Box 17 Box 18 Box 20 Box 22 Box 24 Box 26 Box 28 Box 29 Box 40 Box 42 Box 44 Box 45 Box 46 Box 50 Box 52 Box 55 Box 56

Source: Canada Revenue Agency, T4 slip. General information, not tax advice.

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