Moving expenses, tuition fees, and other often-missed credits in Quebec

Every year, Quebec taxpayers leave hundreds of dollars of tax credits unclaimed. Among the most common: moving expenses, tuition fees, and certain provincial credits.

Here is a plain-language overview to help you check whether you are missing something.

1. Moving expenses: basic conditions

Moving expenses may be deductible if you move:

• At least 40 km closer to a new job or eligible post-secondary program.

Eligible costs may include:

• Moving truck or movers, fuel, and hotels en route.
• Certain costs to sell the old residence (commission, legal fees).
• Some purchase-related costs for the new residence, within limits.

Example

You move from Quebec City to Montreal for a full-time job:

• Old home: 70 km from the new workplace.
• New home: 5 km from the new workplace.

You can usually claim eligible moving expenses, reducing your taxable income.

2. Tuition fees: students and parents

Post-secondary tuition is supported by forms:

• T2202 (federal) and RL-8 (Quebec).

The amounts can be:

• Used by the student.
• Carried forward to future years.
• Partly transferred to a parent or spouse.

Planning is important: coordinate these credits with your own and your family's income to maximize the benefit.

3. Other frequently missed credits

Depending on your situation, also look at:

• Childcare expenses (daycares, CPEs, eligible day camps).
• Medical expenses (glasses, dental care, prescription drugs).
• Charitable donations (registered charities only, with official receipts).

For a more complete list of documents to gather, see:

• Quebec tax checklist 2025 for individuals and rental property owners.

4. Interaction with other income sources

If you are also:

• Self-employed, or
• The owner of a duplex/triplex,

These credits complement your business deductions or rental expenses. It can be useful to integrate them into a broader plan that also considers:

• RRSP contributions.
• TFSA contributions.
• Debt repayment.

For more on balancing those priorities, see:

• RRSP vs mortgage repayment vs TFSA: what to prioritize as a Quebec taxpayer?.

Call to action

If you suspect you are missing tax credits in Quebec (moving, tuition, medical, childcare, donations), TaxCove can review your slips and receipts to identify opportunities. To book a review, start via the secure tax intake form page.

Important notice

This article provides general information only and does not replace personalized tax advice. Eligibility criteria and forms can change from year to year. Always verify the latest guidance from Revenu Quebec and the CRA or speak with a professional.