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Introduction

People with disabilities who live in Newfoundland and Labrador and who meet the necessary age, financial, and ability to work requirements may be eligible to receive Income Support benefits.

Each step involved in the application process for Income Support benefits will be described in detail in this guide. You can leave the site and come back later when you have more time, energy, and the documents you may need to complete a step.

Benefit information

This process may take you several months from start to finish

This website helps you go through the application process step-by-step. You can take your time on each step. You can leave the site and come back later when you have more time, energy, and the documents you may need in a step.

If you are approved to receive Income Support benefits you could receive

  • Monthly basic income support between $339 - $561 for a single adult with no dependents
  • Fuel supplement from $71 - $132
  • Cost of living allowance of $150 (Coastal Labrador only)

I am Indigenous. Is the journey different for me?

You can apply for the Income Assistance if you are an Indigenous person living off Reserve. You are not eligible for Income Assistance if you live on Reserve. If you need assistance, you should contact your Band.

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What province are you from?

Knowing your province helps us make this tool the best experience for you.

Important information about benefits for Indigenous Peoples

If you are Indigenous there are many things that affect the benefits you can get and the dollar amounts you can get from them. These include the agreements your band or governing body has with provincial, territorial, and federal governments. Before applying to any benefits, you should speak with your governing body, if applicable.

AFOA Canada and Prosper Canada are currently seeking funding to develop an online tool that serves the needs of Indigenous people living in Canada.