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Canada Disability Savings Grant
Savings support for people with disabilities
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Latest source updateLast Update: August 17, 2026Latest change: The issuer training schedule was updated with new 2026 dates, and the grant timing page now says matching grants are received within 6 to 8 weeks.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 17, 2026
Latest change: The issuer training schedule was updated with new 2026 dates, and the grant timing page now says matching grants are received within 6 to 8 weeks.
RDSP issuer training dates updated
The Resources for Registered Disability Savings Plan grant and bond issuers page now shows updated virtual training dates for 2026, including September 23 and 24, October 21 and 22, December 16 and 17, and November 4 and 5 and November 18 and 19 for processing of RDSP transactions. The How much you could get in grants and bonds page now says a matching grant is received within 6 to 8 weeks.
Funding available
$ 70,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The Canada Disability Savings Grant supports long-term savings in a Registered Disability Savings Plan for people with disabilities approved for the Disability Tax Credit. The Government of Canada deposits money into the plan to match contributions and help savings grow.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 70,000 $
Funds Providers
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
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Opening and administering a Registered Disability Savings Plan.
- Applying matching government contributions to eligible RDSP savings.
- Managing grant requests and related forms for the plan.
Documents Needed
- Form T2201 from the Canada Revenue Agency.
- Application for Canada Disability Savings Grant and/or Canada Disability Savings Bond - EMP5608.
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
Supporting document
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- The beneficiary.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
How to apply
- Get Disability Tax Credit (DTC) approval by filling out and sending in form T2201 from the Canada Revenue Agency.
- Choose a financial institution that offers the RDSP and book an appointment.
- Open a plan and fill out application forms directly with the financial institution.
Processing and Agreement
- Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is responsible for the administration and delivery of the CDSG and the CDSB into RDSPs.
Additional information
- Assets held in and payments received from RDSPs will not affect the eligibility for federal benefits, such as the Canada Child Benefit, the Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax Credit, Old Age Security and Employment Insurance.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Disability Savings Grant Program
What is the Canada Disability Savings Grant?
The Canada Disability Savings Grant supports long-term savings in a Registered Disability Savings Plan for people with disabilities approved for the Disability Tax Credit. The Government of Canada deposits money into the plan to match contributions and help savings grow.
How much funding can be received?
Canada Disability Savings Grant Funds up to $70,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Canada Disability Savings Grant program?
To be eligible for the Canada Disability Savings Grant program, you must:
The beneficiary must be a resident in Canada.
The beneficiary must be eligible for the Disability Tax Credit and have a valid Social Insurance Number.
The beneficiary must complete the application form and make an eligible contribution on or before December 31 of the year they turn 49.
What expenses are eligible under Canada Disability Savings Grant?
Opening and administering a Registered Disability Savings Plan.
Applying matching government contributions to eligible RDSP savings.
Managing grant requests and related forms for the plan.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Disability Savings Grant?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at rdsp-reei@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca or by phone at 1-866-204-0357.
Where is the Canada Disability Savings Grant available?
The Canada Disability Savings Grant program is available across Canada.
Is the Canada Disability Savings Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada Disability Savings Grant is a Grant and Funding