Free, practical guides on claiming gluten-free food expenses as a medical expense on your Canadian T1 return — written in plain language, with official CRA and Statistics Canada sources.
Everything you need to know about claiming the incremental cost of gluten-free food as a medical expense — who qualifies, how the calculation works, what documentation you need, and how to file.
Read guide →Only a formal Celiac diagnosis qualifies for the CRA deduction — not gluten sensitivity or intolerance. Here's why the distinction matters, and what to do if you've never been formally diagnosed.
Read guide →Real numbers on what the gluten-free deduction is worth — with worked scenarios for singles, heavy GF buyers, and families with multiple Celiac members. Is it worth the effort? See for yourself.
Read guide →A plain-English walkthrough of the per-gram comparison method the CRA uses to calculate eligible gluten-free food expenses. Includes step-by-step examples and real product calculations.
Read guide →You don't have to claim January to December. The CRA lets you choose any 12-month period ending in the tax year — and picking the right window can significantly increase your eligible claim.
Read guide →If the CRA reviews your gluten-free food claim, what do you need to provide? A practical guide to the documentation that makes an audit a paperwork exercise rather than a stressful event.
Read guide →Why Statistics Canada provincial food prices are the gold standard for CRA reference prices, what data is available, where to find it, and how to use it defensibly in your claim.
Read guide →Celiac Sentry automates the entire process — scan receipts, calculate per-gram comparisons using Statistics Canada prices, find your optimal 12-month window, and export an audit-ready PDF. Available on Android in English, French, and Punjabi.
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