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CPP Disability Benefit

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A monthly benefit for people with a severe and prolonged disability that prevents them from working regularly at any job.

About This Program

The Canada Pension Plan Disability Benefit provides monthly financial support to eligible CPP contributors who have a severe and prolonged disability that prevents them from working regularly. Applicants must meet the CPP contribution requirements and be under age 65. The benefit is taxable and converts to a CPP retirement pension when the recipient reaches age 65.

Eligibility

Minimum Age
18
Maximum Age
64
Income Tested
No

Additional Eligibility Information

Minimum Age
18
Maximum Age
64
Severe Disability Required
Yes
Prolonged Disability Required
Yes
Must Prevent Regular Work
Yes
Cpp Contribution Requirement
Yes
Income Tested
No

Financial Support

Payment Information

Payment Year
2026
Basic Monthly Amount
$610.46
Maximum Monthly Amount
$1,741.20
Taxable
Yes
Converts To Cpp Retirement Pension At Age
65

How to Apply

Official Program Information

Always confirm current eligibility, application instructions, and payment information with the program provider.

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Application Details

Online Application
Available

Available In

Alberta AB
British Columbia BC
Manitoba MB
New Brunswick NB
Newfoundland and Labrador NL
Northwest Territories NT
Nova Scotia NS
Nunavut NU
Ontario ON
Prince Edward Island PE
Quebec QC
Saskatchewan SK
Yukon YT

Program Information

Last Reviewed
September 15, 2026
Verification
Verified
Directory Status
Featured

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