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Funding & Benefits

Disability Tax Credit (DTC)

What does Disability Tax Credit mean?

The Disability Tax Credit is a non-refundable federal tax credit that helps reduce income tax for people with a severe and prolonged impairment, or their supporting family members. Eligibility is confirmed through a certified application.

Why this term matters

The DTC can also be a gateway to other benefits, such as the Child Disability Benefit and the Registered Disability Savings Plan.

Canadian context

The DTC is administered by the Canada Revenue Agency. A medical practitioner must certify the application, and eligibility rules can change.

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Related terms

Severe and Prolonged ImpairmentChild Disability Benefit (CDB)Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)Autism Funding
This page is for general information only and is not medical, legal, tax, or financial advice. Program rules, eligibility, and funding amounts can change. Families should confirm details with the relevant government program, school board, regulated professional, or qualified advisor.

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