Tax credits
Disability amount (tax credit)
A non-refundable tax credit on your return when you are eligible for the Disability Tax Credit.
Unused disability amounts may be transferred to a supporting spouse or parent in some cases.
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Disability amount transfer
When a person with DTC approval cannot fully use the disability tax credit, a supporting family member may claim part of it.
Transfers require coordination on tax returns, both people must agree on who claims what.
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Glossary reviewed September 13, 2026