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What to Do If Your Disability Tax Credit Was Denied

A denied DTC application does not always mean the situation is hopeless. Sometimes the original application did not clearly explain the daily-life impact or did not align well with CRA categories.

Common reasons applications may be denied

  • The form focused on diagnosis instead of functional limitations.
  • Daily-life examples were too vague.
  • The duration or severity was unclear.
  • The wrong section of the T2201 was emphasized.
  • The medical certification did not provide enough detail.

What to do next

Review the CRA decision letter carefully. A professional can help identify whether a review, additional information, or reapplication may be worthwhile.

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