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Canada Disability Benefit
Monthly support for working-age Canadians with disabilities
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,400
Timeline
- Open Date : June 20, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
A monthly benefit for working-age Canadians with disabilities. Up to $2,400 per year is available, and the amount depends on income and Disability Tax Credit approval.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,400 $
Timeline
- Open Date : June 20, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Social Insurance Number
- Banking details for direct deposit, if chosen
- Proof of authority, if applying as a legal representative
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals with disabilities
- Legal representatives
Who is not eligible
- People serving a sentence of 2 years or more in a federal penitentiary
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Service Canada reviews applications and may take up to 28 days, or 49 days for legal representatives.
- Applicants receive a decision by mail.
- Reconsideration can be requested within 180 days.
- Further appeals can be made to the Social Security Tribunal of Canada.
Additional information
- Applications can be made online, by phone, in person, or by paper form.
- Applicants may use a legal representative or an authorized person to communicate with Service Canada.
- Payments are made monthly, with the first payment on the third Thursday of the month after approval.
- The benefit is not taxable and does not require a tax slip.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Disability Benefit Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada Disability Benefit. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Canada Disability Benefit?
A monthly benefit for working-age Canadians with disabilities. Up to $2,400 per year is available, and the amount depends on income and Disability Tax Credit approval.
How much funding can be received?
Canada Disability Benefit Funds up to $2,400 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Canada Disability Benefit program?
To be eligible for the Canada Disability Benefit program, you must:
Age 18 to 64
Approved for the Disability Tax Credit
Filed tax return
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Disability Benefit?
You can contact Service Canada or by phone at 1-833-486-3007.
Where is the Canada Disability Benefit available?
The Canada Disability Benefit program is available across Canada.
Is the Canada Disability Benefit a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada Disability Benefit is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Canada Disability Benefit?
Canada Disability Benefit is funded by Service Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)