Peter at Disability Tax Service

07/28/2025

Here is another success story I'm proud to share! A recent client came to me after her doctor was hesitant to complete the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) application. I prepared her application and worked with her doctor to clarify the requirements. The result? A completed application and a successful approval!

I'm passionate about helping clients overcome these hurdles. This success story is a testament to the importance of expert guidance.

07/23/2025

Tim had reached out because he had applied on his own and was denied. I'm glad I was able to get a positive result for him in the end. If you've applied and been denied, I'm happy to review your information and inform you of your options for appealing the decision.

06/03/2025

The new Canada Disability Benefit:

Who’s it for? People aged 18 to 64 who qualify for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC).

When’s it happening? You can start qualifying in June 2025, with actual payments expected to begin in July 2025.

Who’s running the show? Service Canada.

How to apply? Details on applying are coming soon, so keep an eye on the official government page!

Canada Disability Benefit: New support for eligible people with disabilities (18-64). Up to $200/month starting July 2025. See if you qualify.

04/02/2025

If you're approved for the DTC and need the Federal and Provincial disability amounts for the past ten years, to either claim (or confirm) or transfer disability tax credits, the amounts are listed here.

Disclaimer: The amounts listed are the base amounts. These are not the actual amounts you will receive. It's the amount you input into your tax return, which is used to calculate the refund you actually receive. Typically, you receive 15% of the federal amount and anywhere from 5.05% (Ontario) to 10.8% (Alberta) of the provincial amount.

Updated 2025. Federal and Provincial Disability Tax Credit (DTC) amounts for the years 2015 to 2024. Instructions on how to file.

08/14/2024

Another happy customer. Kind words like these, keep us going.

08/07/2024

03/03/2024

The Child Disability Tax Credit. The Child Supplement to the Disability Tax Credit amount, Child Disability Benefit supplement to the Canada Child Benefit, Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP), Canada Caregiver Credit and more benefits for children who qualify for the DTC.

Your guide for benefits of the DTC for Children: Child Supplement Amount, Child Disability Benefit, Registered Disability Savings Plan, more.

02/21/2024

We recently had a question asking which medical practitioners can sign the Disability Tax Credit Application form. The answer is the CRA has expanded the list of qualified practitioners over the years, and now includes specialists and nurse practitioners, among others.

It's important for individuals applying for the DTC to consult with the appropriate medical practitioner based on the nature of their condition.

02/17/2024

One benefit of getting approved for the disability tax credit that is often overlooked is the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP). The RDSP Bond and Grant program is something you do not want to overlook. Here's a brief overview of the bonds and grants.

Canada Disability Savings Grant (CDSG): The CDSG matches contributions made to the RDSP, with the matching rate depending on the beneficiary’s family income and contribution level. On the first $500 contributed, the government will provide $1,500 (3 to 1 contribution). On the next $1,000, the government will provide an additional $2,000 (2 to 1 contribution). That’s a total of $5,000 from a $1,500 contribution, every year. The grant can be received up to a lifetime maximum of $70,000.

Canada Disability Savings Bond (CDSB): The CDSB is available for individuals with lower family incomes. It provides a fixed amount of money annually into the RDSP, even if no contributions are made. The amount provided is $1,000 per year. The lifetime maximum for the CDSB is $20,000.

Read more

What is the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)? ✔Tax Savings Tool ✔Disability Grants ✔Disability Bonds ✔Plus much more

02/14/2024

A question was recently asked in our Questions and Answers group, focused on how someone on ODSP / AISH can make use of the disability tax credit. Here's how,

How to use the Disability Tax Credit while on ODSP. Many options available including; ✔RDSP ✔Gov Bonds ✔Gov Grants ✔Transfer Credits to Family

02/02/2024

Curious if you or a loved one qualify for the disability tax credit, Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP), or other related benefits? Check out our list of medical conditions that may qualify.

Medical Conditions that Qualify for Disability Tax Credit: Mobility (Walking/Dressing), Mental Functions, Elimination (Bowel/Bladder) more.

01/31/2024

The benefits of getting approved for the disability tax credit extend well beyond just receiving a substantial disability tax credit refund. It will allow you to set up a Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP), Disability Bond ($1,000 a year for low-income individuals), and Disability Grant program, which is not to be overlooked.

If you already qualify for the disability tax credit, do not overlook the potential savings the RDSP can provide.

The RDSP is just one of the many tools available to those who qualify for the disability tax credit. Read more here,

Benefits of Getting Approved for the Disability Tax Credit in Canada: ✔Disability Tax Refund ✔Child Disability Benefits ✔Caregiver Credits