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Canada Caregiver Credit
CCC
A federal non-refundable tax credit for Canadians supporting a spouse, common-law partner, or dependent relative with a physical or mental impairment. For the 2026 tax year, you can claim up to $8,773 for an infirm dependent aged 18 or older, or up to $2,740 for an infirm child under 18. This credit reduces the amount of federal income tax you owe but does not result in a refund if you owe no tax.
Conseils utiles pour la demande
• You do not need the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) to claim this, though having an approved DTC (T2201) simplifies proof of impairment • You can claim this credit even if the dependent does not live with you, provided they rely on you for support • If multiple family members support the same person, the credit can be split between them
Qui peut être admissible
You may qualify if: • You support a spouse, partner, or dependent child/relative with a mental or physical impairment • The person depends on you regularly for help with basic needs • The person's net income is below the 2026 threshold (e.g., reduction starts after $20,601 for adults) • The impairment is certified in writing by a medical practitioner
Documents requis
• Signed medical certificate or letter from a doctor confirming the person's impairment and its duration • The dependent's net income information from their tax return • Completed Schedule 5 of your T1 income tax return
Comment présenter une demande
1. Obtain a medical certificate from the dependent's doctor confirming the impairment 2. Complete Schedule 5 when filing your annual income tax return 3. Claim the amount on Line 30425 (for spouse/eligible dependent) or Line 30450 (for other relatives aged 18+) 4. Keep the medical letter on file in case the CRA requests it for verification
Erreurs courantes à éviter
• Not claiming the credit for eligible relatives who don't live with you (e.g., parents in care homes) • Failing to have a signed medical certificate ready before filing the claim • Not realizing that the credit amount is reduced as the dependent's own income increases
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Si votre demande est refusée, le guide des appels explique les délais de dépôt, les niveaux d'escalade et où trouver de l'aide juridique gratuite et des défenseurs des droits.
Ressources dans cette région
DTC Help by BJ Clancy
DTC Help by BJ Clancy is an independent Facebook resource focused on Canada's Disability Tax Credit (DTC). In addition to sharing information and answering questions about the DTC, BJ Clancy can help people understand and work through the DTC application forms and process. The page also provides a space for people to ask questions and discuss their experiences with the Disability Tax Credit. Independent resource. Not affiliated with the Canada Revenue Agency or the Government of Canada.
Voir les détails Aide financièreRDSP Connect
RDSP Connect is a private service that helps people understand Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) eligibility and navigate the RDSP process. Services include a free consultation to review eligibility, help completing the documentation to open an RDSP, and ongoing support with planning contributions and investments with the goal of maximizing Canada Disability Savings Grants and Bonds. Each year, RDSP Connect reviews the client's Grant and Bond Entitlement Statement with them, and can point people to resources for Disability Tax Credit (DTC) questions. RDSP Connect is not a government service and is not affiliated with the Government of Canada or with Accessible Compass. This listing is for information only — it is not an endorsement, and Accessible Compass does not guarantee any outcome, including DTC or RDSP approval or any financial result.
Voir les détails Aide financièreSlinn Tax
Slinn Tax provides virtual tax services with a focus on Canadians who have been approved for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC). The service offers reviews of DTC-approved tax years to help identify potentially missed tax credits, deductions, benefits, adjustments, and eligible family transfers. Slinn Tax also provides personal income tax preparation and disability-related tax resources. Slinn Tax is an independent, third-party tax service — it is not a government program and is not an Accessible Compass service. Accessible Compass does not provide, endorse, or guarantee the professional services offered by this provider.
Voir les détailsAccessible Compass est un guide indépendant — nous ne sommes pas un organisme gouvernemental et nous ne traitons pas les demandes ni n'approuvons les prestations. Nous fournissons de l'information générale seulement, et non des conseils juridiques, médicaux ou financiers. Les règles des programmes peuvent changer. Confirmez toujours auprès des sources gouvernementales officielles.
