Health Spending Account Newfoundland and Labrador

Health Spending Account for Newfoundland and Labrador Businesses

Newfoundland and Labrador business owners can significantly reduce their health costs with a Health Spending Account. With a combined marginal tax rate of up to 54.8%, Newfoundland and Labrador entrepreneurs save substantially by using pre-tax corporate dollars for medical expenses instead of after-tax personal income.

Why Newfoundland and Labrador Businesses Choose HSAs

Traditional health insurance in Newfoundland and Labrador 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 Health Spending Account:

• 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 Newfoundland and Labrador Business Owners

Based on Newfoundland and Labrador's combined marginal tax rate of 54.8%:

• $5,000 in expenses saves you approximately $6,062
• $10,000 in expenses saves you approximately $12,124

This means for every dollar you spend on health expenses through your HSA, you save 54.8 cents compared to paying with after-tax personal income.

Who Can Use an HSA in Newfoundland and Labrador?

HSAs are available to:

• Incorporated business owners (sole proprietors are NOT eligible)
• Employees of incorporated businesses
• Family members (spouse, dependent children)

If you're self-employed but not incorporated, you may want to consider incorporating to access HSA benefits.

What Can You Claim in Newfoundland and Labrador?

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 Newfoundland and Labrador

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 2-3 business days

No setup fees. No monthly premiums. Cancel anytime.