Walking impairments represent one-third of disabilities in Canada, which includes almost 2 million Canadians.¹ Many of those affected by a walking impairment do not realize that they may qualify for the disability tax credit and other benefits in Canada.

The ‘Walking’ section of the Disability Tax Credit Application form is one of the most highly used sections of the form.  Many individuals assume that if they’re eligible for the credit their doctor, accountant, tax preparer, or CRA would tell them about the program. The truth is that’s more often not the case.  Medical practitioners and other professionals often have misconceptions about the eligibility criteria to qualify for the disability tax credit program.

Qualifying for the disability tax credit can open up the door to many benefits, while beyond receiving a substantial disability tax credit refund of $40,000. This can include a supplement to the Canada Workers Benefit, the Child Disability Benefit, the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) Government Bond and Grant program, the Canada Caregiver Credit, and much more.

Don’t be left wondering if you qualify when you can find out within minutes if you do.  We’re happy to guide you through the process and let you know how much you might be eligible to receive and what all your options are. Request a free review to find out now. 

Questions and Answers about the Disability Tax Credit and Walking

• Do you qualify for the disability tax credit for walking?
  You may. If you take a longer amount of time to walk short distances, when compared to someone the same age without an impairment, you may qualify for the disability tax credit. The impairment must have been present for a twelve-month period of time and present substantially all of the time.  Contact us to find out if you qualify.
• What is a walking disability?
  A walking disability can be any medical condition that impacts your ability to walk. The diagnosis isn’t as important as the actual symptoms that you experience.  Whether it be arthritis, chronic pain, or any other medical condition that impacts your ability to walk, it can be considered a ‘walking disability.’
• Is difficulty walking a disability?
  Yes, absolutely.  If you experience difficulty with walking, you may qualify for the disability tax credit, Canada caregiver credit, supplement to the Canada workers benefit, RDSP, and more.
• How much will I get for the disability tax credit?
  You may be eligible to receive a disability tax credit refund of up to $40,000.  The amount received depends on when your ability to walk first became restricted, the province/territory you reside in, and what other benefits you may be eligible to receive as a result of getting approved for the disability tax credit.
• What’s the fastest way to find out if I qualify?
  Contact us and we’ll get back to you right away.  We’ll let you know if you qualify for the program and how much you can expect to receive by getting approved.

Source: ¹  ‘Walking Aid Use in Canada: Prevalence and Demographic Characteristics Among Community-Dwelling Users’ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29548038/