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Download CRA Form T2201 · Use the DTC to open an RDSP · Verified 2026-04-14
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- How to Apply for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) for Autism in Ontario
- Purpose
- The Disability Tax Credit reduces federal income tax and qualifies you for the Registered Disability Savings Plan. Here is how to apply.
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Step-by-Step Guide
- Download CRA Form T2201
Get the Disability Tax Credit Certificate (T2201) from canada.ca/disability-tax-credit or by calling CRA at 1-800-959-8281.
- Have a qualified practitioner certify the form
A registered psychologist, family physician, pediatrician, or nurse practitioner can complete the medical section. The practitioner may charge a fee; ask what it is first.
- Complete Section A yourself
Fill in your personal information and your child's information in Section A of the form. Ensure all fields are complete before submitting.
- Submit to CRA
Submit by mail to your tax centre or electronically via My Account at canada.ca/my-cra-account. CRA processing times change over time; confirm current processing times with the CRA before making plans.
- Use the DTC to open an RDSP
If approved, you are eligible to open a Registered Disability Savings Plan. The federal government will match contributions through the Canada Disability Savings Grant and Bond.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Approval depends on how the practitioner documents the functional impact of the disability. The DTC is approved when the condition results in a severe and prolonged impairment in a basic activity of daily living (such as mental functions necessary for everyday life). A thorough assessment and detailed practitioner notes improve approval odds.
Ask the CRA which past tax years can be adjusted for an approved Disability Tax Credit. An adjustment may change prior tax returns.
Where the waitlist stands
Families navigating autism services in Ontario face a documented multi-year wait. Here is the Ontario data — and a two-minute way to push back, when you are ready.
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