Calculate how much you might be able to receive by getting approved for the disability tax credit. The disability tax calculator considers factors such as when your condition first began and the province you reside in. The disability tax credit calculator does not take into account your taxable income and other credits you may be claiming. The amounts provided are just an approximate estimate of what you may be eligible to receive.
First, select the province you reside in. Then indicate what year your medical condition began.
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In what year did your condition begin? (Alberta)
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These are approximate amounts and do not take into account your taxable income, other credits claimed and other factors which may impact the amount you may receive.In what year did your condition begin (Manitoba)
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These are approximate amounts and do not take into account your taxable income, other credits claimed and other factors which may impact the amount you may receive.In what year did your condition begin? (NS)
These are approximate amounts and do not take into account your taxable income, other credits claimed and other factors which may impact the amount you may receive.In what year did your condition begin (Ont.)
These are approximate amounts and do not take into account your taxable income, other credits claimed and other factors which may impact the amount you may receive.In what year did your condition begin? (P.E.I.)
These are approximate amounts and do not take into account your taxable income, other credits claimed and other factors which may impact the amount you may receive.In what year did your condition begin? (QC)
These are approximate amounts and do not take into account your taxable income, other credits claimed and other factors which may impact the amount you may receive.In what year did your condition begin? (SK)
These are approximate amounts and do not take into account your taxable income, other credits claimed and other factors which may impact the amount you may receive.In what year did your condition begin? (Yukon)
These are approximate amounts and do not take into account your taxable income, other credits claimed and other factors which may impact the amount you may receive.The amounts listed above do not include the supplement amount for those under 18 years of age.
The disability tax credit includes a federal portion and a provincial portion. You add the provincial amount to the federal amount. The provincial amount fluctuates depending on which province you reside in. For example approximate provincial amounts for 2023: $477 in British Columbia, $506 in Ontario, and $1,688 in Alberta.
Consideration of Other Factors: While the Disability Tax Credit provides financial assistance, it’s essential to consider other factors that may affect the overall benefit. For example, individuals receiving the DTC may also be eligible for other tax credits and benefits, such as the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP), Disability Bonds and Grants, the Canada Caregiver Amount, the Canada Child Benefit (CCB), and the Canada Workers Benefit. You can read more about the Benefits of Getting Approved for the Disability Tax Credit.
The Disability Tax Credit serves as essential financial support for individuals with disabilities and their families. Calculating the potential benefit of the DTC involves understanding eligibility criteria, and determining the amount of the credit based on income, other credits claimed, and other factors.
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Hello I’ve been on CPP since 2019 I’m waiting on my DTC Approval letter how much retroactive will I Receive?
Hi, it depends on what year your eligibility for the program first began and which province you reside in. It will also depend on what your taxable income was for each of the years you qualify.
i recently got approved for DTC , how long dose it take to get back pay ? i checked my CRA and i got approved but on the progress tracker says still in progress so i am assuming they still working on it ? just wondering
Hi, it normally takes the CRA 8 to 10 weeks to process the T1 adjustment requests.
Hi,
I have been approved for the DTC and just waiting. My retro is from 2014 to 2022. According to the numbers above, my max amount would only be approximately $16,000 total for the years listed above.(?)
I’m on CPP disability and get approximately $1400/month. I find it ridiculous, but this income is taxable.
So, each year I usually end up owing, the amount of 1 month ($1400).
I am curious, because I had a friend apply and get approved for the DTC and had close to $50,000 deposited into his account.
Thank you
Hi, the amount you receive depends on several factors. The amounts listed above are just for the base disability tax credit amount. Your friend may be eligible for the Supplement Amount, supplement to the Canada Workers Benefit, the Canada Caregiver Credit, they may have resided in another province which can make a big difference or may be eligible for other benefits related to getting approved for the DTC. It’s important to have someone review your information, to ensure you receive the maximum amount you’re entitled to. Not all of it gets automatically applied once you get approved for the DTC.
I have rented a room in a house with a family since my disability started in 2009. The person I rent from is not a relative or spouse of any kind. They regularly spend money for food and clothing for me monthly for the past 14 years. I understand I can only go back 10. Can I transfer my credits from dtc to them if we’re not related or spouse/common law?
Unfortunately no. It must be a family member.
Hi, I have recently been approved for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) from 2023 to 2028, after filing my taxes. Yesterday, I received a refund of $1090 that I’m not sure includes the DTC, and that’s one of my questions here. I’ve been out of work for a year and a half due to mental health issues, and my ex-partner has been supporting me along with the savings I had. From what I’ve read, is there any possibility of transferring my DTC to her? I greatly appreciate your help.
Hi, you can transfer your credits to her if you both filed as common law on your 2023 income tax returns.
It’s difficult to determine if the refund you recieved was from the disability tax credit without reviewing your information in more detail. If didn’t pay any income tax in 2023, it’s likely you didn’t claim any of the disability amount available to you.
I qualify for the tax credit going back to 2004. I understand I will only get 10 years of back support. But after chatting with cra. They tell me the dtc is only credit towards any earnings. And I only got back $1515.99 total for the entire 10 years.
Hi Derick,
Thank you for your comment.
Yes, the disability tax credit is a non-refundable tax credit that is used to reduce the amount of income taxes paid in each year. If you did not pay income tax, then you will not receive a disability tax credit refund. In this case, you will want to explore your options for transferring your credits to a family member.
You may be able to transfer your disability tax credits to another family member if the following apply.
1. The family member must be your spouse/common-law partner, parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, brother, sister, aunt, uncle, niece, or nephew.
2. They must have either resided with you or they must have provided you with financial assistance towards either food, shelter, or clothing expenses in each of the years you want to transfer your disability tax credits to them. If they did not reside with you, you will need to provide the CRA with examples of the support provided, the more examples, the better. Examples can include things like $100 a month towards rent, $100 towards groceries several times throughout the year, $200 towards required seasonal clothing like a winter coat, etc.
3. The family member will also be required to have paid sufficient income tax in each of the years you want to transfer your credits.
Kind regards,
I’ve been approved for DTC after applying in January this year. The letter of approval said I’m “eligible for the DTC for 2011 and future years”. I’m not certain what ‘for 2011’ means.
Hi, thanks for your question. The notice of determination is letting you know that your eligibility for the DTC began in 2011. You can only retroactively claim the disability tax credit ten calendar years, so you will only be able to claim the credit going back to 2014.
Hi, I have been disabled since 2009. I applied for the DTC in 2010 and 2012. Both times I was rejected. Due to my medical condition, I was not aware of the aforementioned. With the help of my Psychiatrist, I applied again in February, 2024. The only income I receive is from CPP. I did no owe anything to the CRA. My wife on the other hand, paid thousands of dollars in income tax. She got back approximately $3000/year. When I was working, I made over $100,000 each year. How do I calculate how much my wife will get reimbursed for going back to 2014?
Hi, you can use the calculator above for a rough estimate as to how much she may be eligible to receive on your behalf. It’s the same amount whether you claim it yourself or transfer the credits a family member.