Provincial Disability Income Support Programs (ODSP, AISH, BC PWD)
Statutory provincial income and employment support programs providing monthly living allowances, prescription drug coverage, and health benefits to eligible residents with disabilities.
Key Program Highlights
- Ontario (ODSP): Up to $1,368/month for single individuals (indexed annually) plus dental, vision, and drug coverage.
- Alberta (AISH): Up to $1,863/month living allowance + child benefit and comprehensive health benefits.
- British Columbia (BC PWD): Up to $1,483.50/month shelter and support allowance with transportation supplements.
- Asset exemptions: Primary residence, one motor vehicle, and RDSP accounts are 100% exempt from liquid asset caps.
Statutory Eligibility Criteria
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I own a home while receiving provincial disability income support?
Yes. In all Canadian provinces, your primary residence and primary personal vehicle are fully exempt and do not count toward your allowable liquid asset limits.
How does working income affect my provincial disability benefits?
Most provinces offer substantial monthly earnings exemptions (e.g. Ontario ODSP allows $1,000/month in net earnings with zero deduction, then a 75% exemption on additional earnings).
Recent Policy Analyses & Bulletins
Canada Disability Benefit 2026: Payment Schedule, Eligibility & Application Timeline
Detailed breakdown of the federal Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) rollout, maximum monthly benefit amounts up to $200/month ($2,400/year), Disability Tax Credit (DTC) prerequisite, and direct deposit schedules.
Disability Tax Credit (DTC) Retroactive Claims: How to Claim Up to 10 Years of Refunds
How Canadians with prolonged medical conditions can claim retroactive tax refunds up to 10 calendar years via CRA Form T1-ADJ, unlocking average refunds between $15,000 and $40,000.
Related Official Forms
Ontario Disability Support Program Health Status Report & DDP
Alberta Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped Application
BC Persons with Disabilities Medical Report
Benefit formulas, indexation, and phase-out rates are enacted under statutory Canadian legislation.
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