Disability Tax Credit refund calculator
Estimate DTC refund scenarios while reminding readers to verify eligibility and medical certification rules.
Estimate DTC refund scenarios while reminding readers to verify eligibility and medical certification rules.
Estimate DTC refund scenarios while reminding readers to verify eligibility and medical certification rules.
Estimate your annual + retroactive DTC refund. Pair with our CWB calculator, income tax calculator, and disability benefits hub.
Total annual DTC value
$1,881
Total retroactive refund
$1,881
Federal credit
$1,382
Provincial credit
$499
Child supplement (if applicable)
$0
Estimate your federal + provincial Disability Tax Credit and how many years of retroactive refund you can claim — up to 10 years backdated. The DTC is worth roughly $1,500–$3,000/year in tax savings depending on your province.
Q
How much is the Disability Tax Credit worth in Canada?
A
The federal Disability Tax Credit is worth about $1,481 in 2026 (15% of $9,872), plus a provincial portion of $400–$1,500 depending on where you live — so roughly $1,800–$3,000/year combined. If you're newly approved, you can backdate the claim up to 10 years for a lump-sum refund of $15,000–$30,000.
Last reviewed 2026-04-21