Episode 352: Understanding the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) Part 2 – How Approval Impacts Taxes, Benefits, and Long-Term Planning

In the continuation of our Understanding the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) series, we shift the focus to what happens after approval, and why this step can be more impactful than many Canadians expect.

In this episode of Think Smart with TMFG, we break down how the DTC works from a financial perspective, including how the non-refundable tax credit can reduce taxes payable and be transferred within a family when it can’t be fully used.

We also discuss the potential for retroactive tax adjustments, which can lead to meaningful refunds depending on how long eligibility has been in place.

Beyond taxes, we explore what the DTC unlocks, including access to the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP), government grants, and the long-term benefit of tax-deferred growth.

The conversation also covers important planning considerations, such as protecting government benefits, structuring assets properly, and how strategies like a Henson Trust can help preserve income support while managing wealth effectively.

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Question for our listeners:
If you or someone in your family qualifies for the DTC, are you fully using the opportunities that come with it?

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