Tax information

Norther Living allowance (Proof of residency)

CRA has not required an individual to submit residency proof to claim a northern living allowance at the time of tax filing. However, sometimes CRA might ask to submit proof of northern living residency. Some common types of residency proof are as follows:

• Rent receipts;

• Property tax bills;

• Utility bills;

• a copy of your rental or lease agreement;

• a home insurance statement.

This would be a common list of documents. CRA might ask for different types of residency proof for each individual case.