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Explore the disability programs available for you
Disability Tax Credit (DTC)
The disability tax credit (DTC) is a non-refundable tax credit that helps people with physical or mental impairments, or their supporting family member, reduce the amount of income tax they may have to pay.
Being eligible for the DTC can also open doors to other government programs, such as the Registered Disability Savings Plan , the working income tax benefit, and the child disability benefit.
Once you are approved for the DTC, you will be reimbursed for past paid taxes for up to 10 years, as well as reducing your taxes going forward.
The individual must be "markedly restricted" in at least one of the following categories: speaking, hearing, walking, elimination (bowel or bladder functions), feeding, dressing, performing the mental functions of everyday life, life-sustaining therapy to support vital function and the recently introduced cumulative effects of significant restrictions.
Canada Pension Plan - DISABILITY (CPPD)
The Canada Pension Plan - Disability (CPPD) is a monthly payment you can get if you have a mental or physical disability that prevents you from working regularly.
To be eligible, you must be under 65, have made enough contributions to the CPP, and have a disability that is severe, prolonged, or likely to result in death. You have to apply for this benefit and provide a medical report or attestation from a doctor.
If you are getting the CPPD benefit and you have dependent children, they may also be able to get a monthly payment called the CPP Children’s benefit.
Long Term Disability (LTD)
Long term disability insurance is insurance that pays monthly benefits that can replace some of your pre-disability income, up to a maximum amount, for a specified time. to people who are unable to work due to a medical condition, injury, or disability.
The eligibility criteria for long term disability varies depending on the policy, but most have the following requirements:
You must have a valid insurance policy that covers you for long term disability before you stop working.
You must meet the definition of “total disability” as specified in your policy. This usually means that you are unable to perform the essential duties of your own occupation or any other occupation for which you are qualified by education, training, or experience.
You must satisfy a waiting period (also called an elimination period) before you can start receiving benefits. This is the length of time you must be disabled before your benefits begin. The waiting period can range from a few weeks to several months, depending on your policy.