What do you do?
We specialize in all the processes involved with the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) applications...
How do I get the money? How does it come to me?
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will generally deposit the funds directly into your bank account...
Are there any restrictions on how the money can be spent?
No. The government wants Canadians living with disabilities to enjoy a similar lifestyle to those...
I don’t earn any income, do I qualify?
Of course. Our Benefit Specialists can obtain large...
Two Sides to the Assisted Suicide Debate
It was just a few days into the month of February, 2015 when one of the most controversial debates of the 21st century came to a head. When federal government lifted the ban on assisted suicide throughout Canada, millions of
Recognizing the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada
Heart disease is a major problem in Canada – in fact, it is a killer. Did you know that every year in Canada there are 45,000 cardiac arrests, over 50,000 strokes, and 75,000 heart attacks? Heart problems are an epidemic
Overcoming the Challenge of ADD in the Classroom
“He refuses to stay focused”, they say. “He doesn’t see the value of education”, they try to explain. But that’s not what I see as I try to tutor this fourteen-year-old boy, who struggles to stay focused but is obviously
Understanding Heart Disease in Canada
Next to cancer, heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Canada. In 2008, heart disease was a factor in more than 20 per cent of all deaths in Canada. Does this statistic surprise you? Here are other
People with Disabilities Dive into Dating
Dating is difficult. This is not new news. Looking for Mr. or Mrs. Right has always been challenging. When you add disability to the mix, dating can seem impossible. Unfortunately, people with disabilities have reported feeling rejected and ignored when
Dating in the Disability Community
Are you looking for love and companionship? If yes, Valentine’s Day may intensify your desire for a romantic relationship. Have you thought about where you will begin to look for love? Have you started dating in the disability community? Below
Canadian Teenagers Struggle with Eating Disorders
For teens, it has never been more “in” to be thin. In fact, being an overweight teenager is no longer a mere dagger to someone’s social life; it is a crime. At least this is how it can seem to
Eating Disorder Statistics in Canada
Do you know that of all mental illnesses, eating disorders have the highest mortality rate? Unfortunately, this is a true statement. What’s more, of people who have eating disorders, 10 to 20 percent eventually die from complications. Here are other
ODSP Benefits Change for Workers
Ontarians with disabilities may be heading back to work soon, but not because they feel ready and able. The three types of employee benefits available through ODSP (Ontario Disability Support Program) are being replaced in efforts to “streamline social assistance