The pre-budget report also recommends reforming the registered disability savings plan
Changes to take effect Jan. 1, 2021
The extension is welcome news for Canadians with disabilities
About 1.67 million people will receive payments of up to $600
The one-time payment is for increased costs related to support workers during the pandemic
The government says the pandemic may disproportionately affect those with disabilities
The Registered Disability Savings Plan requires proper planning
The proposal would lower the threshold for the credit, allowing 35,000 more people to qualify
The culprit is likely finances, not risk awareness
The program doesn't currently offer enough help to those too poor to pay income tax, a report says