05/26/2026
The federal government’s new Spring Economic Update includes promising proposals to simplify the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) application process for the 2026 tax year. Under these proposed changes, the government plans to fast-track applications for an official list of long-lasting medical conditions, allowing medical professionals to simply confirm a diagnosis rather than complete lengthy daily functional restriction forms. The update also proposes expanding the types of impairments that physiotherapists and occupational therapists can certify to help reduce medical wait times. Please note that these measures are currently legislative proposals, and the CRA remains the sole and final decision-maker for all program approvals. If eventually approved under the final criteria, individuals can potentially adjust past tax returns for up to 10 years of retroactive tax relief depending on their specific tax history. Tap the link in our bio to get a free DTC assessment from our team today!