Who needs to fill out TD1NS?
TD1NS is the Nova Scotia Personal Tax Credits Return. You fill it out if you work in Nova Scotia, or receive a pension and live there, and you're starting a new job or your situation has changed. Your employer uses it with your federal TD1 to work out how much Nova Scotia income tax to deduct from each pay.
What's new and specific to TD1NS for 2026
- The 2026 Nova Scotia basic personal amount is $11,932, up from $11,744. It's the lowest provincial basic amount in Canada.
- For 2026 the Nova Scotia spouse and eligible dependant amounts go up to $11,932, the same as the basic amount.
- The Nova Scotia age amount is $5,826 for 2026, for those 65 or older with lower net income.
The 2026 TD1NS lines and amounts
These are the lines of the official 2026 TD1NS, in the order they appear on the form.
| Line | What it is | 2026 amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic personal amount | $11,932 |
| 2 | Age amount | Up to $5,826 (65+, reduced at higher incomes) |
| 3 | Pension income amount | Up to $1,173 |
| 4 | Tuition and education amounts | Fees you pay |
| 5 | Disability amount | $7,341 with an approved T2201 |
| 6 | Spouse or common-law partner amount | $11,932 if their net income is $888 or less; otherwise $12,820 minus their income |
| 7 | Amount for an eligible dependant | $11,932 if their net income is $888 or less; otherwise $12,820 minus their income |
| 8 | Caregiver amount | Up to $4,898 per dependant |
| 9 | Amount for infirm dependants age 18 or older | Up to $2,931 per dependant |
| 10 | Amounts transferred from your spouse or common-law partner | Their unused amounts |
| 11 | Amounts transferred from a dependant | Their unused amounts |
| 12 | Total claim amount | Sum of the lines above |
How to fill out TD1NS with this tool
- Answer the questions at the top of this page. Nova Scotia is already selected.
- Check the amounts on both forms. Anything that needs the TD1NS-WS worksheet is flagged for you.
- Sign once. You get the official federal TD1 and TD1NS, filled in and signed, and an email with both attached.
Common mistakes
- Claiming the basic personal amount with two employers at the same time. You can only claim your credits once. On the second job, tick the “more than one employer” box and enter 0, or you'll owe tax in April.
- Using the spouse's gross pay instead of their net income for the spouse amount.
- Keeping an old TD1 after your situation changes. Fill out a new one when you get a new dependant, separate, turn 65 or start a pension.
- Forgetting the provincial form. If you only hand in the federal TD1, your employer uses the provincial basic amount and nothing else.
Frequently asked questions
What is the 2026 Nova Scotia basic personal amount?
$11,932. Every person employed in Nova Scotia, and every pensioner living there, can claim it on line 1 of TD1NS.
Do I need to fill out TD1NS?
You need it if your federal total claim (line 13 of the TD1) is more than $16,452, or if you claim any Nova Scotia amount besides the basic one. If you don't fill it out, your employer deducts Nova Scotia tax using only the basic personal amount.
Who do I give TD1NS to?
Your employer or payer, along with your federal TD1. Don't send it to the CRA. Keep a copy for yourself.
Can I claim the basic amount with two employers?
No. Claim your credits with one employer only. On the other TD1s, tick the “more than one employer” box and enter 0 as your total.
Is it safe to enter my SIN here?
Yes. The forms are filled inside your browser and nothing is uploaded or stored. Your SIN stays on your device.
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