Health Spending Account New Brunswick

Last updated: 2026-07-23

Health benefits for incorporated businesses in New Brunswick. Check eligibility, local coverage, and the full cost before choosing a plan.

Health Spending Account for New Brunswick Businesses

New Brunswick business owners can significantly reduce their health costs with a Health Spending Account. With a combined marginal tax rate of up to 52.5%, New Brunswick entrepreneurs save substantially by using pre-tax corporate dollars for medical expenses instead of after-tax personal income.

Why New Brunswick Businesses Choose HSAs

Traditional health insurance in New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick Business Owners

Based on New Brunswick's combined marginal tax rate of 52.5%:

  • $5,000 in expenses saves you approximately $5,526
  • $10,000 in expenses saves you approximately $11,053

This means for every dollar you spend on health expenses through your HSA, you save 52.5 cents compared to paying with after-tax personal income.

Who Can Use an HSA in New Brunswick?

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 New Brunswick?

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 New Brunswick

  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.

What a claim costs

Illustrative costs before applicable taxes. The employee receives the approved claim amount.
Approved claims8% admin feeTotal before taxes
$2,000$160$2,160
$5,000$400$5,400
$10,000$800$10,800

Applicable sales and premium taxes are additional. See the pricing breakdown for your province. A deduction reduces taxable business income; it is not a refund of the claim amount. Use the calculator with your own assumptions and confirm the result with your accountant.

Ready to get started in New Brunswick?

No setup or annual fee. Pay the approved claim, an 8% admin fee, and applicable taxes. Review eligibility before setting up your plan.

Get Started

Expense eligibility is assessed using the plan terms and guidance from the Canada Revenue Agency. This is not tax advice. Consult a qualified tax professional regarding your specific situation.

Page last updated 2026-07-23.