Canada Pension Plan disability benefits: Overview
Canada Pension Plan disability benefits
A Canada Pension Plan (CPP) disability benefit is a monthly payment that you could receive if you are over 18 and under 65 years old and unable to work because of a disability.
Payment amounts
Maximum amount (2026): $1,741.20/month
Average amount (July 2026): $1,236.32/month
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If you’re already familiar with CPP disability benefits, explore these quick links to help you take action now:
Other CPP benefits
CPP children's benefit
Apply for a monthly benefit for a dependent child of a deceased CPP contributor.
CPP Post-Retirement Disability Benefit
Apply if you are under 65, receiving a CPP retirement pension, and now have a severe and prolonged disability.
Find other disability benefits:
Disability benefits
CPP children's benefit
Apply for a monthly benefit for a dependent child of a deceased CPP contributor.
Canada Disability Benefit
Financial support to people with disabilities, who are between 18 and 64 years old.
Registered Disability Savings Plan
Long-term savings plan to help Canadians with disabilities save for the future. The Government can help you save by contributing to your plan.
Education funding for people with disabilities
Links to services, benefits and programs to assist people with disabilities and their family.
Child Disability Benefit
Determine if you are eligible to receive a tax-free benefit for families caring for a child with a disability, learn how the benefit is calculated, and obtain the forms necessary to apply.
Federal excise gasoline tax refund program
Apply for a refund for some of the gas you buy if you have a mobility impairment that prevents the use of public transportation.
Tax credits and deductions for persons with disabilities
Tax credits and deductions for persons with disabilities, their supporting family members, and their caregivers.
Canadian Dental Care Plan
Apply for the dental plan for eligible Canadians. Renew your coverage every year.
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