Health Spending Account Alberta

Health Spending Account for Alberta Businesses

Alberta business owners can significantly reduce their health costs with a Health Spending Account. With a combined marginal tax rate of up to 48.0%, Alberta entrepreneurs save substantially by using pre-tax corporate dollars for medical expenses instead of after-tax personal income.

Why Alberta Businesses Choose HSAs

Traditional health insurance in Alberta is expensive and inflexible:

• Annual premiums of $3,000-$8,000+ per person
• Restrictive coverage with deductibles and co-pays
• Use-it-or-lose-it policies
• Annual increases regardless of claims

With a Frontier HSA:

• No premiums - Pay only when you have expenses
• 100% tax-deductible for your corporation
• Tax-free reimbursements for you and your family
• Flexible coverage for dental, vision, prescriptions, therapy, and more

Tax Savings for Alberta Business Owners

Based on Alberta's combined marginal tax rate of 48.0%:

• $5,000 in expenses saves you approximately $4,615
• $10,000 in expenses saves you approximately $9,231

This means for every dollar you spend on health expenses through your HSA, you save 48.0 cents compared to paying with after-tax personal income.

Who Can Use an HSA in Alberta?

HSAs are available to:

• Shareholder-employees who actively work in an incorporated business
• Employees of incorporated businesses
• Family members (spouse, dependent children)

The owner must receive the HSA because of employment, not simply because they own shares. T4 income is Frontier's preferred evidence. Dividend-only shareholder-employees need other supporting documentation and confirmation from their corporate accountant. Passive shareholders and holding companies without active employees are not eligible.

If you're self-employed but not incorporated, get professional advice before deciding whether incorporation makes sense.

What Can You Claim in Alberta?

HSAs cover all CRA-eligible medical expenses, including:

• Dental: Cleanings, fillings, crowns, orthodontics
• Vision: Eyeglasses, contacts, laser eye surgery
• Prescriptions: All prescription medications
• Therapy: Physiotherapy, massage, mental health
• Medical devices: CPAP machines, mobility aids
• And many more eligible expenses

Getting Started in Alberta

1. Sign up at Frontier HSA (takes 5 minutes)
2. Set your annual budget per person
3. Submit claims when you have medical expenses
4. Get reimbursed within 24 hours via EFT

No setup fees. No monthly premiums. Cancel anytime.