Child Disability Benefit: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn if your family qualifies for the monthly tax-free payment provided to those caring for a child with a severe or prolonged impairment.
The Child Disability Benefit is a monthly tax-free payment provided to families to help with the costs of raising a child with a significant impairment.
Who it's for
This benefit is for families who are already receiving the Canada Child Benefit and have a child with a severe and prolonged impairment.
What you get
You receive an additional monthly payment that is not taxed. This is intended to help cover the extra expenses that come with caring for a child with a disability.
What it costs you
To access this benefit, you must first have an approved application for the Disability Tax Credit. This involves a formal medical review process to confirm the child's eligibility.
The catch to know
You do not need to apply for this benefit separately once you have been approved for the Disability Tax Credit. The payments are issued automatically.
How to apply
- Ensure you are currently receiving the Canada Child Benefit.
- Apply for the Disability Tax Credit to confirm your child's eligibility.
- Once the tax credit is approved, wait for the monthly benefit to begin automatically.
- For more details, visit the official portal: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/child-disability-benefit.html