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Disability advocates say budget proposals alone won’t solve DTC access problems

While the new measures are welcome, experts say there are still problems with how the disability tax credit is administered

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What the disability tax credit means for eligible Canadians and their families

Qualification is a gateway to additional tax savings

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Feds propose expanding eligibility for disability tax credit

The DTC is key to programs such as the RDSP and Child Disability Benefit

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Finance committee recommends capital gains exemption for private share donations

The pre-budget report also recommends reforming the registered disability savings plan

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Updated: Government moves ahead with relief for RDSP holders who lose DTC eligibility

Changes to take effect Jan. 1, 2021

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Feds extend deadline to apply for DTC, receive $600 disability benefit

The extension is welcome news for Canadians with disabilities

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Pandemic-related disability support to cost feds $792M, PBO says

About 1.67 million people will receive payments of up to $600

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Canadians with disabilities will receive $600 from feds

The one-time payment is for increased costs related to support workers during the pandemic

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Advisor calls on feds to lower RDSP minimum withdrawals

The government says the pandemic may disproportionately affect those with disabilities

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Common RDSP misconceptions

The Registered Disability Savings Plan requires proper planning