Disability Programs, Benefits, & Credits (Federal & Provincial)
There are a number of Federal and Provincial programs available in Canada. Although there are similarities, each are different including processes for applying and criteria. We have included a comprehensive summary of the programs available with links to more detailed information. Â
The majority of programs will require the support of your healthcare provider and may involve a payment for his / her time to complete the forms. We recommend you do as much of the work as you can in completing forms in advance. Â
Federal Disability Programs, Benefits, and Credits
The Government of Canada has many programs to help you supplement your sources of income if you're living with a disability. These include disability pensions, children’s benefits, savings plans and...
Federal Disability Tax Credits and Deductions
Many tax credits and deductions are available for people living with a disability -...
Federal Insurance Benefits When Living with a Disability
Different types of insurance benefits may help you cover expenses when you’re living with a disability. These benefits may include the following. Website:...
British Columbia Disability Programs, Benefits, and Credits
Learn more about the British Columbia disability programs, benefits, and credits including:Â Disability Assistance Endowment 150 Grant B.C. Access Grant for Students with Disabilities Services for...
Alberta Disability Programs, Benefits, and Credits
Learn more about Alberta's disability programs, benefits, and credits including:Â Alberta Aids in Daily Living (AADL) Assured Income for Severely Handicapped (AISH) Alberta Grant for Students with...
Saskatchewan Disability Programs, Benefits, and Credits
Learn more about Saskatchewan's disability programs, benefits, and credits including: Saskatchewan Assured Income for Disability (SAID) Saskatchewan Aids to Independent Living (SAIL) People with...
Manitoba Disability Programs, Benefits, and Credits
Website: https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/manitobasupports/index.html   About This Program: Effective April 1, 2023, Manitobans living with severe and prolonged disabilities are invited to apply for...
Ontario Disability Programs, Benefits, and Credits
Website: https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-disability-support-program  About This Program: ODSP offers: money to help you and your eligible family members with living expenses, including food,...
Quebec Disability Programs, Benefits, and Credits
People with disabilities - https://www.quebec.ca/en/people-with-disabilities  See the programs, measures and services for people with disabilities, their families and their caregivers.  ...
New Brunswick Disability Programs, Benefits, and Credits
Website: https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/departments/social_development/services/services_renderer.200972.Disability_Support_Program.html About This Program: The Disability Support Program...
Nova Scotia Disability Programs, Benefits, and Credits
Website: https://novascotia.ca/coms/employment/income_assistance/index.html About This Program:Â The Income Assistance (IA) program helps you when you are not able to support yourself or your...
Prince Edward Island Disability Programs, Benefits, and Credits
The Department of Social Development and Seniors - https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/topic/social-development-and-seniors  The Department of Social Development and Seniors supports Islanders...
Nunavut Disability Programs, Benefits, and Credits
About This Program The Income Assistance Program is a program of last resort intended to help Nunavut families and individuals meet their basic needs when for various reasons, including disability,...
Northwestern Territories Disability Programs, Benefits, and Credits
Learn more about the Northwest Territory's disability programs, benefits, and credits including: Services for Persons with Disabilities Extended Health Benefits for Specified Disease Conditions...
Yukon Disability Programs, Benefits, and Credits
Learn more about Yukon's Disability Programs, Benefits and Credits including:Â Chronic Disease and Disability Benefits Program Chronic Conditions Support Program Children's Disability Services...