Can I Claim Work-from-Home Expenses on My Taxes?
Some employees can claim home-office expenses, but the temporary COVID-era flat-rate method no longer applies for 2023 and later tax years. Current employee claims generally use the detailed method and require the eligibility conditions to be met.
This is one area where old tax articles can be misleading, so check the current CRA page before filing.
Who may qualify?
The CRA’s eligibility rules look at whether you were required to work from home and whether the workspace meets the applicable use test. Your employment agreement and actual working arrangement matter.
You may need Form T2200
For many employment-expense claims, the employer must complete and sign Form T2200 confirming the conditions of employment. Having a T2200 does not automatically make every home expense deductible; it supports the employment conditions.
Only the employment portion is claimed
Under the detailed method, eligible expenses are allocated between employment and personal use. Shared spaces may also need a time-based calculation.
Keep supporting records
Keep bills and receipts used in the calculation. If the CRA reviews the claim, you should be able to show the amount paid and how the employment-use percentage was calculated.
FAQ
Can I still use the $2-per-day flat-rate method?
No. The CRA states that the temporary flat-rate method does not apply to 2023 and later tax years.
Does a T2200 guarantee a deduction?
No. You still need to meet the eligibility rules and calculate eligible expenses correctly.
Can homeowners and renters claim the same expenses?
Not always. The types of eligible expenses can differ.
Call to action
If you work from home and are unsure what the detailed method allows, GROWS Financial can review your T2200 and supporting records before the return is filed.
Related services: Personal Tax.
Related reading: What Business Expenses Can I Claim as Self-Employed in Canada?
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Last reviewed: October 21, 2026.