{"id":65,"date":"2026-03-04T10:51:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-04T15:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mytaxservices.ca\/tax\/?page_id=65"},"modified":"2026-03-03T13:02:27","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T18:02:27","slug":"are-eyeglasses-and-physiotherapy-tax-deductible","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mytaxservices.ca\/tax\/are-eyeglasses-and-physiotherapy-tax-deductible\/","title":{"rendered":"Are eyeglasses and physiotherapy tax-deductible?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Health-related costs like eyeglasses, contact lenses, and physiotherapy treatments can add up quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) allows many vision care items and therapy services to be claimed as medical expenses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you pay out-of-pocket for these costs and aren\u2019t reimbursed by insurance, you may be able to reduce your taxable income through the medical expense tax credit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are eyeglasses and contact lenses tax-deductible?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses are considered eligible medical expenses under the CRA\u2019s rules. You can claim the amount paid for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prescription eyeglasses purchased from a licensed optometrist or optical store<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prescription contact lenses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The cost of eye exams needed to obtain or update a prescription<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repairs to prescription lenses or frames<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You cannot claim non-prescription reading glasses or sunglasses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To qualify, your glasses or lenses must have been prescribed by a licensed medical practitioner such as an optometrist or ophthalmologist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are laser eye surgery and eye exams eligible?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, both laser eye surgery and standard eye exams qualify as medical expenses if they are performed by licensed professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligible costs include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>LASIK and PRK surgery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pre- and post-surgery consultations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medically required eye exams<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>However, cosmetic eye surgery done purely for appearance reasons is not deductible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is physiotherapy tax-deductible?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Physiotherapy sessions qualify as tax-deductible medical expenses when provided by a licensed physiotherapist. You can claim fees for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Initial assessments and follow-up treatments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rehabilitation after surgery or injury<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prescribed home exercise programs (if charged by the therapist)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The CRA recognizes physiotherapy as a medically necessary service when aimed at restoring mobility, function, or pain management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To qualify, the service must be performed by a practitioner authorized to practice under provincial law. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can you claim physiotherapy equipment and aids?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, certain medical devices and aids prescribed by a licensed physiotherapist or physician are eligible. Examples include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Orthopedic braces and supports<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compression stockings (with a prescription)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wheelchairs and walkers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TENS machines prescribed for pain relief<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Custom orthotics if medically required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can you claim these expenses for your spouse or dependants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. You can claim eligible eyeglass, contact lens, and physiotherapy expenses paid for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Yourself<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your spouse or common-law partner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your dependent children under 18<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other dependants, such as parents or grandparents who rely on you for support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If claiming for a dependant, the expenses must have been paid in the same 12-month period you choose for your medical expense claim. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do you claim eyeglass and physiotherapy expenses on your return?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can claim these expenses on your income tax return under:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/revenue-agency\/services\/tax\/individuals\/topics\/about-your-tax-return\/tax-return\/completing-a-tax-return\/deductions-credits-expenses\/lines-33099-33199-eligible-medical-expenses-you-claim-on-your-tax-return.html\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/revenue-agency\/services\/tax\/individuals\/topics\/about-your-tax-return\/tax-return\/completing-a-tax-return\/deductions-credits-expenses\/lines-33099-33199-eligible-medical-expenses-you-claim-on-your-tax-return.html\">Line 33099<\/a>: For yourself, your spouse, and dependent children under 18<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/revenue-agency\/services\/tax\/individuals\/topics\/about-your-tax-return\/tax-return\/completing-a-tax-return\/deductions-credits-expenses\/lines-33099-33199-eligible-medical-expenses-you-claim-on-your-tax-return.html\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/revenue-agency\/services\/tax\/individuals\/topics\/about-your-tax-return\/tax-return\/completing-a-tax-return\/deductions-credits-expenses\/lines-33099-33199-eligible-medical-expenses-you-claim-on-your-tax-return.html\">Line 33199<\/a>: For other dependants<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can include any eligible expenses paid during a 12-month period ending in the tax year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It doesn\u2019t have to match the calendar year, which lets you choose the period where you spent the most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What records should you keep for CRA review?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep original receipts for every eligible <a href=\"https:\/\/mytaxservices.ca\/tax\/are-dental-expenses-tax-deductible\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/mytaxservices.ca\/tax\/are-dental-expenses-tax-deductible\/\">expense<\/a>. Your receipts should include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The patient\u2019s name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The date and description of the service or device<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The provider\u2019s full name and professional licence number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The total amount paid and payment confirmation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If your insurance reimburses part of the cost, you can only claim the unreimbursed portion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The CRA may request copies during a review.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What vision and therapy costs are not eligible?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following items cannot be claimed as medical expenses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Over-the-counter eye drops or contact lens solution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Non-prescription glasses or sunglasses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cosmetic eye procedures not medically required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Massage therapy from unlicensed providers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fitness classes or personal trainers, even if recommended for health reasons<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Health-related costs like eyeglasses, contact lenses, and physiotherapy treatments can add up quickly. 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