Plan Institute

02/04/2026

Hundreds of wheelchair users are at risk of homelessness following the loss of funding for Disability Alliance BC’s Right Fit Program. 📣

As of April 1, 2026, the nationally recognized program will be forced to close its doors, leaving some of our community’s most vulnerable members without critical housing support.

At Plan Institute, we know that accessible housing is a human right. We hope to see a solution that keeps this essential program running!

🔗 Find DABC’s full release at bit.ly/4sehk4x.

01/04/2026

⏰ Your taxes are due on April 30th, or June 15th, if you’re self-employed!

Filing your taxes on time is key to accessing federal and provincial benefits. Even with no income, filing makes sure you don't miss out on important benefits. Our blog post covers disability considerations for tax season, maximizing your return, and where to find support. 🌱

📝 Read the full post: Tax Season Essential Tips for People with Disabilities at bit.ly/4dXP02J

30/03/2026

Re-chart a life of isolation toward a life at the center of an active and caring personal support network. 🫂

The Personal Support Network Facilitation course equips support workers, caregivers, and family members with practical strategies to build connected communities. In this six-week, self-paced online program, you will gain the skills needed to facilitate meaningful relationships and foster lasting belonging. 🌱

🗓️ Join us for the next course: April 27 - June 7, 2026

🔗 Learn about the course and register at shorturl.at/ui8nP7, 2026

27/03/2026

Want to learn about disability planning this April? 💚 Attend our webinars on the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP), Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning, and the Disability Tax Credit (DTC). Join us and ask our specialist your questions during a LIVE Q&A! 🌱

This month features interpreted DTC webinars in Arabic and Punjabi! 📣

📝 DTC, Tuesday, April 9, 7-8:45 PM PT
📝 Arabic Interpreted DTC, Thursday, April 14, 5:30-7:30 PM PT
📝 Farsi Interpreted DTC,️ Thursday, April 21, 5:30-7:30 PM PT

📒 Level 1: RDSP, Thursday, April 2, 4-5:30 PM PT

🏠 Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning in BC, Thursday, April 16, 10-11:30 AM PT

🔗 Find upcoming webinars at planinstitute.ca/events

26/03/2026

Calling Farsi-speakers who want to learn about the Disability Tax Credit (DTC)! Attend this Farsi interpreted session of our DTC webinar to learn how you may benefit from the tax credit. 🌱

If your loved one has a disability or condition that affects their daily life, they may be eligible for the DTC. Join us on Tuesday, April 21, from 5:30pm until 7:30pm PT to learn about the DTC in Farsi!

🗓️ ترجمه ی فارسی وبیناراعتبار مالیاتی معلولیت: سه‌شنبه، ۲۱ آوریل ۲۰۲۶

اعتبار مالیاتی معلولیت (DTC) یک اعتبار مالیاتی فدرال غیرقابل‌استرداد است که می‌تواند مالیات پرداختی توسط فرد دارای معلولیت یا حامی او را کاهش دهد. این اعتبار همچنین دروازه‌ای برای دسترسی به مزایای معلولیت کانادا (Canada Disability Benefit) و RDSP است.

🔗 Register for the Farsi Interpreted: DTC webinar at bit.ly/4lRxlM9

26/03/2026

Do you or someone you care for speak Arabic? Register for our interpreted webinar to learn how you may benefit from the Disability Tax Credit (DTC)! 📒

If your loved one has a disability or condition that affects their daily life, they may be eligible for the DTC! Join us on Tuesday, April 14, from 5:30pm until 7:30pm PST to learn about the DTC in an Arabic session.

🗓️ ندوة عبر الإنترنت حول الائتمان الضريبي لذوي الإعاقة، العربية:14 أبريل 2026

سنشرح ماهية الإعفاء الضريبي للإعاقة وكيفية الاستفادة منه على أفضل وجه، بالإضافة إلى معلومات حول معايير الأهلية، والمفاهيم الخاطئة الشائعة، ونصائح التقديم، وما يحدث بعد التقديم. سنختتم الندوة بجلسة أسئلة وأجوبة مع أحد متخصصي الإعفاء الضريبي للإعاقة.

🔗 Register for the Arabic Interpreted: DTC webinar at bit.ly/40VnueA

16/03/2026

🔔 Applications close tomorrow at midnight! Submit your application to be our Program Manager by Tuesday, March 17 at 11:59pm. See more details below.

We’re hiring a Program Manager! 📣

We are looking for a passionate, organized and community-minded individual to join our team on a one-year contract. We’re seeking a strong communicator who has experience in non-profit program management and delivery, as well as a working knowledge of federal disability benefits.

The Program Manager oversees various Plan Institute programs, including our Disability Planning Helpline, and also manages our internal Program Coordinators.

We are a collaborative team working on a hybrid model. Applicants should be located in the Lower Mainland as monthly travel to our office in Burnaby is required.

🗓️ Applications are open until March 17, 2026, at 11:59pm.

💻 Apply and view the full job posting at https://bit.ly/4kZFo9f.

11/03/2026

Is the Canada Disability Benefit working for you? 💭

The Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) exists to provide direct support to disabled people. Your experience with the CDB is essential to our continued advocacy for a more accessible benefit. We are committed to tracking and collecting the barriers and concerns you share. 💚

🔗 Complete our short survey at CanadaDisabilityBenefit.ca/survey.

10/03/2026

Should you wait until your child is older to start their RDSP? 💭 The short answer—don’t wait! 🌱

It can be a common misconception among high-income parents or guardians to wait until their child reaches the age of majority before starting a Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP). Check out our new blog post to learn why you should start your child’s RDSP.

🔗 Read the full post on our blog at bit.ly/46RSeR5

09/03/2026

We are still accepting applications for Program Manager! 🌱 Share this with someone you think would be a good fit. 📆 Applications close next week on Tuesday, March 17.

We’re hiring a Program Manager! 📣

We are looking for a passionate, organized and community-minded individual to join our team on a one-year contract. We’re seeking a strong communicator who has experience in non-profit program management and delivery, as well as a working knowledge of federal disability benefits.

The Program Manager oversees various Plan Institute programs, including our Disability Planning Helpline, and also manages our internal Program Coordinators.

We are a collaborative team working on a hybrid model. Applicants should be located in the Lower Mainland as monthly travel to our office in Burnaby is required.

🗓️ Applications are open until March 17, 2026, at 11:59pm.

💻 Apply and view the full job posting at https://bit.ly/4kZFo9f.

09/03/2026

👋 Register for ASL Interpreted: Intro to the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP).

Join us on Wednesday, March 25, from 10am to 12pm PT. Learn about the Registered Disability Savings Plan, who qualifies, how to apply for the Disability Tax Credit, and how to open an RDSP.

📣 Access live ASL interpretation during the expert Q&A. This session includes an ASL interpreter to support you in asking your questions about the RDSP.

🔗 Register for the ASL Interpreted: RDSP webinar at bit.ly/46IlMAB.

27/02/2026

We’re hiring a Program Manager! 📣

We are looking for a passionate, organized and community-minded individual to join our team on a one-year contract. We’re seeking a strong communicator who has experience in non-profit program management and delivery, as well as a working knowledge of federal disability benefits.

The Program Manager oversees various Plan Institute programs, including our Disability Planning Helpline, and also manages our internal Program Coordinators.

We are a collaborative team working on a hybrid model. Applicants should be located in the Lower Mainland as monthly travel to our office in Burnaby is required.

🗓️ Applications are open until March 17, 2026, at 11:59pm.

💻 Apply and view the full job posting at https://bit.ly/4kZFo9f.