DTC Insights & Resources

Expert articles, guides, and updates about the Disability Tax Credit, eligibility, and the application process.

ADHD and the Disability Tax Credit: A Complete Guide

ADHD is one of the most common conditions qualifying for the DTC under mental functions. Learn what CRA evaluates and how to build a strong application.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 8 min read

Anxiety and the Disability Tax Credit: A Complete Guide

Anxiety is one of the most common conditions qualifying for the DTC under mental functions. Learn what CRA evaluates and how to build a strong application.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 8 min read

Canada Caregiver Amount vs. Disability Tax Credit: How They Work Together

Many Canadians who support a family member with a disability are entitled to both the Canada Caregiver Amount and the Disability Tax Credit — but they are different credits with different rules. This guide explains both, how they interact, and how to make sure you are claiming everything you are entitled to.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-03-20 · 9 min read

Canada Disability Benefit (CDB): Everything You Need to Know in 2026

The Canada Disability Benefit provides up to $200/month to working-age Canadians with a valid DTC certificate. Payments began July 2025 with up to 24 months retroactive. Here's everything you need to know.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-03-11 · 12 min read

Canada Disability Benefit 2026: How the DTC Is Your Gateway to $200/Month

The Canada Disability Benefit began payments in July 2025 and is now in full operation. The only way to qualify is through an approved Disability Tax Credit. This guide explains the CDB amounts, income thresholds, how to apply, and why getting your DTC approved is more important than ever.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-03-20 · 11 min read

Child Disability Benefit (CDB) 2026: Complete Guide for Canadian Parents

The Child Disability Benefit (CDB) provides up to $3,322/year in tax-free monthly payments per eligible child. DTC approval is the key — once approved, CRA automatically calculates your CDB. Learn eligibility, retroactive claims, and how to maximize your family's benefits.

My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 9 min read

The Complete Guide to the Disability Tax Credit in Canada (2026)

The Disability Tax Credit is one of Canada's most significant financial supports for people with disabilities — yet fewer than half of those who qualify ever apply. This comprehensive guide covers all 10 CRA functional categories, the application process, retroactive claims, appeals, and every downstream benefit the DTC unlocks.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 22 min read

CRA Is Changing How You Submit DTC Applications in 2026

The CRA announced two significant changes to how Disability Tax Credit applications are submitted — one taking effect July 14, 2026, and another on September 8. If you have a pending application or are planning to apply, here is what you need to know.

My Benefits Canada · 2026-07-07 · 6 min read

Depression and the Disability Tax Credit in Canada

Depression is one of the most underrecognized qualifying conditions for the DTC. If your depression significantly restricts daily functioning, you may be eligible for retroactive tax refunds.

My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-20 · 7 min read

Caregivers: You May Be Entitled to the Disability Tax Credit

If the person you care for has little or no taxable income, their Disability Tax Credit may be going unclaimed. As a supporting family member, you may be entitled to transfer that credit to your own tax return — and recover it retroactively for up to 10 years.

My Benefits Canada · 2026-07-14 · 8 min read

10 Years of Missed DTC Credits: How Caregivers Can Recover Them

Many caregivers spend years — sometimes decades — supporting a family member with a disability without ever claiming the Disability Tax Credit. If that describes your situation, you may be entitled to a significant retroactive refund.

My Benefits Canada · 2026-07-21 · 7 min read

Disability Tax Credit for Seniors: What Canadians Over 65 Need to Know (2026)

Many Canadian seniors assume the Disability Tax Credit is only for working-age adults, or that their existing benefits already cover their needs. Both assumptions are wrong. This guide explains how the DTC works for seniors, how it stacks with OAS, CPP, and the Age Amount, and why retroactive claims are especially valuable for older Canadians.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-03-20 · 11 min read

Claiming the Disability Tax Credit for Your Spouse or Partner

When a spouse or common-law partner has a qualifying disability but little taxable income, their Disability Tax Credit often goes unclaimed. As their partner, you may be entitled to transfer that credit to your own return — and recover it retroactively.

My Benefits Canada · 2026-07-28 · 6 min read

DTC for Children with ADHD: A Parent's Guide to the Disability Tax Credit

ADHD is one of the most common qualifying conditions for the DTC in children. This guide explains how CRA evaluates ADHD in children, what your paediatrician needs to document, and the combined benefits — DTC refund, CDB, and RDSP — your family may be entitled to.

My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for ADHD & Executive Function Disorder

ADHD and Executive Function Disorder affect a person's ability to plan, organize, initiate tasks, manage time, and regulate behaviour. When these impairments are severe enough to cause a marked...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Amputation, Spinal Cord Injury & Muscular Dystrophy

Amputation, spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, and stroke-related mobility impairment can all cause significant restrictions in a person's ability to walk. When these conditions...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Anxiety Disorders: GAD, Panic Disorder & OCD

Anxiety disorders — including Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, OCD, Social Anxiety, and Agoraphobia — can severely restrict a person's ability to manage daily activities. When anxiety...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC Denied? Here's How the Appeal Process Works

A DTC denial doesn't mean you don't qualify. Most denials are due to how the T2201 was completed. Here's how the appeal process works and what you can do next.

My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-20 · 6 min read

DTC for Arthritis, Chronic Pain & Fibromyalgia

Severe arthritis, chronic pain disorders, and fibromyalgia can profoundly affect a person's ability to walk. When pain, joint damage, or fatigue restricts mobility to the point where the person...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Autism Spectrum Disorder & FASD

Autism Spectrum Disorder and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder are neurodevelopmental conditions that can profoundly affect a person's ability to manage daily life. When these conditions cause a marked...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) & Long COVID

Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and Long COVID can cause severe, multi-system impairments that significantly restrict daily functioning. Because these conditions...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Cognitive Impairment, TBI & Dementia

Cognitive impairments — whether caused by traumatic brain injury, dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or learning disabilities — can severely restrict a person's ability to manage daily life. When these...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis & Severe IBS

Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and severe IBS can cause profound disruptions to bowel function that significantly restrict daily living. When these conditions cause daily incontinence, frequent...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Cumulative Mental Health Conditions

Many Canadians have two or more mental health conditions that individually might not meet CRA's threshold for a marked restriction, but together cause a significant cumulative impact on daily...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Cumulative Physical Conditions

When two or more physical conditions combine to restrict daily functioning, the cumulative effect may qualify for the Disability Tax Credit — even if no single condition alone meets the threshold for...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Cystic Fibrosis & Chronic Respiratory Conditions

Cystic Fibrosis and chronic respiratory conditions can qualify for the Disability Tax Credit under the Life-Sustaining Therapy category. Cystic Fibrosis in particular requires extensive daily therapy...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Major Depression & Bipolar Disorder

Major Depression and Bipolar Disorder can cause profound impairments in a person's ability to manage daily life — including difficulty with memory, concentration, decision-making, personal care, and...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Dialysis & Kidney Disease

Dialysis is one of the most clearly qualifying conditions under the Life-Sustaining Therapy category of the Disability Tax Credit. Hemodialysis typically requires three sessions per week of 3-5 hours...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disabilities

Down Syndrome and other intellectual disabilities can cause significant and lifelong impairments in a person's ability to manage daily activities independently. When these conditions affect adaptive...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Dressing Difficulties

The ability to dress oneself is one of the basic activities of daily living that CRA evaluates for DTC eligibility. When a condition causes a person to require daily assistance with dressing, need...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Bowel & Bladder Conditions

If you live with a chronic bowel or bladder condition that significantly impacts your daily functioning, you may qualify for the Disability Tax Credit and retroactive refunds of up to $25,000.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 8 min read

DTC for Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders

Epilepsy and seizure disorders can qualify for the Disability Tax Credit when they cause a marked restriction in mental functions necessary for everyday life. CRA evaluates not just the seizures...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Feeding Difficulties

CRA evaluates DTC eligibility for feeding based on whether a person can independently prepare food for ingestion — such as cutting food or opening containers — and physically bring food and drink to...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Feeding Difficulties

If you or a family member requires significant assistance or extra time to feed yourself due to a physical or neurological condition, you may qualify for the Disability Tax Credit.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 8 min read

Disability Tax Credit for Veterans: What Canadian Veterans Need to Know

Many Canadian veterans receive Veterans Affairs Canada disability benefits but have never applied for the Disability Tax Credit — a separate federal program that can provide thousands of dollars in additional tax relief. This guide explains how the two programs interact and how veterans can claim both.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-03-20 · 10 min read

DTC for Hearing Loss & Deafness

CRA evaluates DTC eligibility for hearing based on whether a person can hear well enough to understand spoken conversation in a quiet setting, even with the use of hearing aids or cochlear implants....

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Incontinence, Bladder Dysfunction & Ostomy Care

Chronic incontinence, bladder dysfunction, spina bifida, and ostomy care can all cause significant restrictions in bowel or bladder functions. When these conditions require daily management support,...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Multiple Sclerosis & Parkinson's Disease

Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson's Disease are progressive neurological conditions that can significantly impair a person's ability to walk. When these conditions cause a marked restriction — meaning...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

How Long Does a DTC Application Take? CRA Processing Times Explained (2026)

Most Canadians are surprised by how long the DTC process actually takes. This guide explains CRA's current processing timelines, what happens at each stage, and how to avoid the delays that push a standard 8-week review into a 6-month wait.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-03-20 · 10 min read

DTC for PTSD & Trauma-Related Disorders

PTSD and trauma-related disorders can cause severe and persistent impairments in mental functioning — including hypervigilance, avoidance behaviours, emotional dysregulation, memory difficulties, and...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC Retroactive Claims: How to Claim Up to 10 Years Back

DTC approval allows CRA to adjust your tax returns for up to 10 previous years. Learn how retroactive refunds are calculated and how to maximize your claim.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 10 min read

DTC for Schizophrenia & Personality Disorders

Schizophrenia and severe personality disorders can cause profound and persistent impairments in a person's ability to perceive reality, manage emotions, maintain relationships, and perform daily...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Speaking Difficulties

If you or a family member has significant difficulty being understood by others when speaking, even in a quiet setting, you may qualify for the Disability Tax Credit.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 8 min read

DTC for Speech & Language Disorders

CRA evaluates DTC eligibility for speaking based on whether a person can be understood by another person familiar with them, in a quiet setting. When a condition prevents reliable verbal...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Spinal Stenosis, Degenerative Disc Disease & Back Conditions

Spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, severe scoliosis, and other chronic back conditions can significantly impair a person's ability to walk. When these conditions cause a marked restriction —...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC Child Supplement: The Extra Credit Parents of Children Under 18 Often Miss

Parents of children under 18 with an approved DTC are entitled to an additional child supplement on top of the base credit — worth thousands of dollars per year. Many families claim the base DTC but miss this supplement entirely. This guide explains how it works and how to claim it retroactively.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-03-20 · 9 min read

How to Transfer the Disability Tax Credit to a Spouse or Supporting Family Member

If the person with the disability cannot use the full DTC because their income is too low, the unused portion can be transferred to a supporting family member. This guide explains exactly how the transfer works, who qualifies, and how to claim it retroactively.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-03-20 · 9 min read

DTC for Children with Type 1 Diabetes: A Parent's Guide

Type 1 diabetes qualifies under CRA's life-sustaining therapy category when management requires 14+ hours per week. This guide explains how to document your child's insulin therapy time and maximize retroactive benefits.

My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Type 1 Diabetes & Insulin Therapy

Type 1 Diabetes and insulin-dependent Type 2 Diabetes can qualify for the Disability Tax Credit under the Life-Sustaining Therapy category. CRA requires that the therapy take at least 14 hours per...

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Ventilator Dependence, Immunodeficiency & Cancer Therapy

Ventilator dependence, immunodeficiency requiring monitored therapy, and certain active cancer treatment regimens can qualify for the Disability Tax Credit under the Life-Sustaining Therapy category....

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

DTC for Vision Loss & Blindness

CRA evaluates DTC eligibility for vision based on specific measurable criteria: visual acuity of 20/200 or worse in the better eye with correction, or a field of vision of less than 20 degrees....

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 7 min read

Executor's Guide: Claiming the DTC for a Deceased Family Member

As an executor, one of the most valuable — and most overlooked — steps in estate administration is checking whether the deceased qualified for the Disability Tax Credit. Here is a practical guide to the process.

My Benefits Canada · 2026-07-21 · 7 min read

Fibromyalgia and the Disability Tax Credit: Can You Qualify?

Fibromyalgia is one of the most misunderstood conditions in the DTC system. CRA does not deny applications because of the diagnosis — they deny them because the functional impact is not documented correctly. This guide explains what you need to show CRA to get approved.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-03-20 · 10 min read

How to Choose a Disability Tax Credit Representative in Canada (2026 Guide)

Choosing the right representative for your Disability Tax Credit application is an important decision. This guide explains the objective criteria you should evaluate — including fee structure, medical coordination, DTCPRA compliance, and CRA authorization — so you can make an informed choice.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 12 min read

Life-Sustaining Therapy and the DTC: The 14-Hour Rule Explained

If you require therapy essential to sustain your life at least three times per week, totalling 14 or more hours including preparation and recovery, you may qualify for the DTC under the life-sustaining therapy category.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 10 min read

Long COVID and the Disability Tax Credit: Can You Qualify in 2026?

Post-COVID condition (long COVID) is now recognized as a qualifying basis for the Disability Tax Credit in Canada. This guide explains which symptoms qualify, how to document them for CRA, and why many long COVID applications are denied — and how to appeal.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-03-20 · 10 min read

Mental Functions and the DTC: What CRA Evaluates

Mental functions necessary for everyday life is the most commonly claimed DTC category. Learn exactly what CRA evaluates and how conditions like ADHD, depression, and autism can qualify.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 10 min read

The New T2201 Form: A Complete Guide for 2026

The CRA requires the 2023 or later version of the T2201 for all Disability Tax Credit applications. This guide walks you through every section of the current form, explains what your medical practitioner needs to certify, and shows you how to submit correctly.

My Benefits Canada · 2026-09-09 · 9 min read

OCD and the Disability Tax Credit: What Canadians Need to Know

Obsessive-compulsive disorder can qualify for the Disability Tax Credit if it causes a marked restriction in mental functions necessary for everyday life. This guide explains CRA's criteria, what your doctor needs to document, and why many OCD applications are denied — and how to fix that.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-03-20 · 9 min read

PTSD and the Disability Tax Credit: A Complete Guide

PTSD is one of the most common conditions qualifying for the DTC under mental functions. Learn what CRA evaluates and how to build a strong application.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 8 min read

Retroactive Tax Credits: How Far Back Can You Claim?

If you've been eligible for the DTC for years but never applied, you could be entitled to a significant retroactive refund. Here's how the retroactive claim process works.

My Benefits Canada · 2026-01-20 · 5 min read

T2201 Form Changes 2026: A Guide for Medical Practitioners

Two CRA rule changes in 2026 directly affect how medical practitioners complete and submit the T2201 Disability Tax Credit Certificate. Here is what you need to know to protect your patients

My Benefits Canada · 2026-07-07 · 7 min read

T2201 Form: A Step-by-Step Guide to the DTC Application

The T2201 is the form CRA uses to assess DTC eligibility. This step-by-step guide explains every section, who can complete it, and how to avoid the mistakes that cause most denials.

Jason Friedman, Founder, My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-24 · 10 min read

Top 10 Reasons DTC Applications Get Denied

Most DTC denials aren't because the applicant doesn't qualify — they happen because of documentation errors. Here are the top 10 reasons and how to avoid them.

My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-01 · 6 min read

Type 1 Diabetes and the DTC: Life-Sustaining Therapy

Type 1 diabetes is one of the most clearly qualifying conditions for the DTC under the life-sustaining therapy category. Here's how to ensure your application is approved.

My Benefits Canada · 2026-01-05 · 5 min read

What Is the Disability Tax Credit (DTC)?

The Disability Tax Credit is a non-refundable tax credit that helps Canadians with disabilities or their supporting family members reduce the amount of income tax they owe. Here's everything you need to know.

My Benefits Canada · 2026-02-15 · 8 min read

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