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PEI Sales Tax Credit
A tax-free payment that helps low- and modest-income Islanders with the sales tax. You get it automatically by filing your taxes.
Estimated value
Up to $310/year (individual) or $365/year (couples and single parents)
Who qualifies
- Any Island resident who files taxes with a low or modest income qualifies.
How to apply
- 1
Just file your taxes
There is no application. The CRA pays it automatically with the GST credit if you qualify.
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Documents you will need
- Filed tax return
How often it is paid
Quarterly
Good to know
- No application â it is paid with the federal GST/HST credit. It becomes the PEI Essentials Benefit in late 2026.
Often applied for together
Last verified: August 31, 2026