Disability Tax Credit (DTC)

Are you living with a severe mental or physical disability? Do you have trouble with daily activities or need help from another person? Do you rely on an assistive device or service animal or are receiving life-sustaining therapy?

If so, you may be able to get help with your disability costs through the Disability Tax Credit. This tax credit can also help you get access to other federal benefits.


Important information before applying for benefits

You will need a doctor and/or medical professional to fill in the medical forms which are part of some benefits application process (Disability Tax Credit, Canada Pension Plan-Disability and provincial and territorial benefits).

If you do not already have a doctor who knows you, your medical history and how you are impacted in your daily living with a disability, please see below on how to find a doctor who will work with you.

How to find a doctor or nurse practitioner who will work with you

In this section :

  1. Introduction
  2. Eligibility
  3. Apply
  4. After you apply
  5. FAQ
  6. Resources

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