Disability Tax Credit (DTC)
Canada Revenue Agency
A non-refundable tax credit that reduces income tax for people with a severe and prolonged impairment, and unlocks access to several other federal programs.
- Value
- Up to $10,138
- Intake
- Ongoing
- Last verified
- September 20, 2026
About the amount
For the 2025 tax year the disability amount is $10,138. A child under 18 may also claim the supplement for children with disabilities of $5,914, for $16,052 in total. It is a non-refundable credit, so it reduces tax owing rather than arriving as a payment.
What to know
The DTC matters beyond its own value: being approved is the gateway to the Registered Disability Savings Plan, the Child Disability Benefit and the Canada Workers Benefit disability supplement. Approval requires Form T2201 certified by a medical practitioner, and the credit can often be applied retroactively to prior tax years.
Documents you'll likely need
- Form T2201 Disability Tax Credit Certificate
- Medical practitioner certification
Source
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/segments/tax-credits-deductions-persons-disabilities/disability-tax-credit.htmlCashRadar identifies potential matches. Final eligibility is determined by the program administrator. CashRadar is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Government of Canada or any provincial government.