On line 313 of your Schedule 1, Federal Tax, enter the amount of eligible adoption expenses related to the adoption of a child who is under 18 years of age. The maximum claim for each child is $15,670.
Reimbursement of an eligible expense – You must reduce your eligible expenses by any reimbursements or other forms of assistance you received.
Supporting documents
Filing electronically or filing a paper return
Do not send any supporting documents when you file your tax return. Keep them in case we ask to see them later.
If, at the end of the year, you reside in Newfoundland and Labrador, Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta, British Columbia, or Yukon, be sure also to claim the corresponding provincial or territorial non-refundable tax credit to which you are entitled, on line 5833 of your provincial or territorial Form 428.