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Build a circle of support for you and your child

Ages 0-4

  • A circle of support can help you make decisions, have your voice be heard, and help you and your child get involved in your community.

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Ages 5-11

  • A circle of support can help you make decisions, have your voice be heard, and help you and your child get involved in your community.

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Ages 12-14

  • A circle of support can help you make decisions, have your voice be heard, and help you and your child get involved in your community.

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Ages 15-17

  • A circle of support can help you make decisions, have your voice be heard, and help you and your child get involved in your community.

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Save for your child’s future

Ages 0-4

  • Consider opening a savings account for your child.
  • Consider opening a Registered Disability Savings Plan which may help you save for your child’s future.

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Ages 5-11

  • Consider opening a savings account for your child.
  • Consider opening a Registered Disability Savings Plan which may help you save for your child’s future.

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Ages 12-14

  • Consider opening a savings account for your child.
  • Consider opening a Registered Disability Savings Plan which may help you save for your child’s future.

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Apply for credits and benefits when you file your taxes

Ages 0-4

  • If you have a disability, or a child with a disability, you may be eligible for certain tax breaks.
  • Check if your child is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit.
  • If you are eligible for the Disability Tax Credit you may also be eligible for other programs such as the Child Disability Benefit.

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Ages 5-11

  • If you have a disability, or a child with a disability, you may be eligible for certain tax breaks.
  • Check if your child is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit.
  • If you are eligible for the Disability Tax Credit you may also be eligible for other programs such as the Child Disability Benefit.

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Ages 12-14

  • If you have a disability, or a child with a disability, you may be eligible for certain tax breaks.
  • Check if your child is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit
  • If you are eligible for the Disability Tax Credit you may also be eligible for other programs such as the Child Disability Benefit.

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Ages 15-17

  • If you have a disability you may be eligible for certain tax breaks such as the Disability Tax Credit or Medical Expense Tax Credit.
  • You can ask someone in your circle of support to help you with your taxes.

For parents or caregivers

  • If you have a child with a disability, check if you are eligible for tax breaks.
  • If your child is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit, you may also be eligible for other programs such as the Medical Expense Tax Credit or Child Disability Benefit.

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Ages 18-21

  • If you have a disability you may be eligible for certain tax breaks such as the Disability Tax Credit or Medical Expense Tax Credit.
  • You can ask someone in your circle of support to help you with your taxes.

For parents or caregivers

  • If you have a child with a disability, check if you are eligible for tax breaks.
  • If your child is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit, you may also be eligible for other programs such as the Medical Expense Tax Credit or Child Disability Benefit.

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Ages 22-40

  • If you have a disability you may be eligible for certain tax breaks such as the Disability Tax Credit or Medical Expense Tax Credit.
  • You can ask someone in your circle of support to help you with your taxes.

For parents or caregivers

  • If you have a child with a disability, check if you are eligible for tax breaks.
  • If your child is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit, you may also be eligible for other programs such as the Medical Expense Tax Credit or Child Disability Benefit.

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Ages 41 and over

  • If you have a disability you may be eligible for certain tax breaks such as the Disability Tax Credit or Medical Expense Tax Credit.
  • You can ask someone in your circle of support to help you with your taxes.

For parents or caregivers

  • If you have a child with a disability check if you are eligible for tax breaks.
  • If your child is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit, you may also be eligible for other programs such as the Medical Expense Tax Credit or Child Disability Benefit.

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Apply for funding opportunities

Ages 0-4

  • You may be eligible for certain types of funding or benefits based on your child’s age.
  • There are many organizations that offer funding and benefits. You will need to meet the criteria and go through the application process.

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Ages 5-11

  • You may be eligible for certain types of funding or benefits based on your child’s age.
  • There are many organizations that offer funding and benefits. You will need to meet the criteria and go through the application process.

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Ages 12-14

  • You may be eligible for certain types of funding or benefits based on your child’s age
  • There are many organizations that offer funding and benefits. You will need to meet the criteria and go through the application process.

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Ages 15-17

  • You may be eligible for certain types of funding or benefits based on your age
  • There are many organizations that offer funding and benefits. You will need to meet the criteria and go through the application process.

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Ages 18-21

  • You may be eligible for certain types of funding or benefits based on your age.
  • There are many organizations that offer funding and benefits. You will need to meet the criteria and go through the application process.

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Ages 22-40

  • You may be eligible for certain types of funding or benefits based on your age.
  • There are many organizations that offer funding and benefits. You will need to meet the criteria and go through the application process.

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Ages 41 and over

  • You may be eligible for certain types of funding or benefits based on your age.
  • There are many organizations that offer funding and benefits. You will need to meet the criteria and go through the application process.

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Advocacy

Ages 0-4

  • Advocacy means making your voice heard.
  • You can advocate for yourself or for someone close to you.
  • Someone in your circle of support might be able to help you advocate for yourself and your child.

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Ages 5-11

  • Advocacy means making your voice heard.
  • You can advocate for yourself or for someone close to you.
  • Someone in your circle of support might be able to help you advocate for yourself and your child.

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Ages 12-14

  • Advocacy is about making your voice heard.
  • You can advocate for yourself or for someone close to you.
  • Someone in your circle of support might be able to help you advocate.
  • Start teaching your child the importance of advocating for themselves.

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Ages 15-17

  • Advocacy is about making your voice heard.
  • You can advocate for yourself or for someone close to you.
  • Someone in your circle of support might be able to help you advocate.

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For your parent/caregiver

Ages 18-21

  • Advocacy means making your voice heard.
  • You can advocate for yourself or for someone close to you.
  • Someone in your circle of support might be able to help you advocate for yourself.

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Ages 22-40

  • Advocacy means making your voice heard.
  • You can advocate for yourself or for someone close to you.
  • Someone in your circle of support might be able to help you advocate for yourself.

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Ages 41 and over

  • Advocacy is about making your voice heard.
  • You can advocate for yourself or for someone close to you.
  • Someone in your circle of support might be able to help you advocate for yourself.

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Get government identification for your child

Ages 0-4

  • Everyone needs government identification and it is important to get it as early as possible.
  • You will need your child’s birth certificate and health card for many things.
  • A Social Insurance Number (SIN) is important. You will need it to apply for the Disability Tax Credit or if you plan to open a Registered Disability Savings Plan for your child.

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Ages 5-11

  • Everyone needs government identification and it is important to get it as early as possible.
  • You will need your child’s birth certificate and health card for many things.
  • A Social Insurance Number (SIN) is important. You will need it to apply for the Disability Tax Credit or if you plan to open a Registered Disability Savings Plan for your child.

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Ages 12-14

  • Everyone needs identification and it is important to get it as early as possible.
  • You will need your child’s birth certificate and health card for many things.
  • A Social Insurance Number (SIN) is important. You will need it to apply for the Disability Tax Credit or if you plan to open a Registered Disability Savings Plan for your child.

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Save for your child’s future

Ages 0-4

  • Consider opening a Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) for your child. A RDSP can help you save money faster through government contributions.
  • To be eligible for a RDSP you need to be receiving the Disability Tax Credit.
  • Consider opening a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) for your child. A RESP is a way to save for your child’s post-secondary education.

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Ages 5-11

  • Consider opening a Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) for your child. A RDSP helps you save money faster through government contributions.
  • To be eligible for a RDSP you need to be eligible for and receiving the Disability Tax Credit.
  • Consider opening a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) for your child. A RESP is a way to save for your child’s post-secondary education.

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Ages 12-14

  • Consider opening a Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) for your child. A RDSP helps you save money faster through government contributions.
  • To be eligible for a RDSP you need to be eligible for and receiving the Disability Tax Credit.
  • Consider opening a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) for your child. A RESP is a way to save for your child’s post-secondary education.

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Open a bank account for your child

Ages 0-4

  • Consider opening a bank account for your child to start saving for their future.

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Ages 5-11

  • Consider opening a bank account for your child to start saving for their future.

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Ages 12-14

  • Consider opening a bank account for your child to start saving for their future.

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Ages 15-17

  • Consider opening a bank account for your child to start saving for their future.

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Plan for the future

Ages 0-4

It is important to plan for your child’s future.

Planning can help you:

  • Figure out your child’s strengths, interests and goals.
  • Make sure there is money to meet your child’s needs.
  • Create steps to reach your child’s future goals.
  • Track progress in meeting your child’s goals.

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Ages 5-11

It is important to plan for your child’s future.

Planning can help you:

  • Figure out your child’s strengths, interests and goals.
  • Make sure there is money to meet your child’s needs.
  • Create steps to reach your child’s future goals.
  • Track progress in meeting your child’s goals.

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Ages 12-14

It is important to plan for your child’s future.

Planning can help you:

  • Figure out your child’s strengths, interests and goals.
  • Make sure there is money to meet your child’s needs.
  • Create steps to reach your child’s future goals.
  • Track progress in meeting your child’s goals.

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Ages 15-17

It is important for you to be involved in planning for your future.

A plan can help you:

  • Figure out your strengths, interests and goals.
  • Make sure your money meets your needs.
  • Create steps to reach your future goals.
  • Track your progress in meeting your goals.

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Ages 18-21

It is important for you to be involved in planning for your future.

A plan can help you:

  • Figure out your strengths, interests and goals.
  • Make sure your money meets your needs.
  • Create steps to reach your future goals.
  • Track your progress in meeting your goals.

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Ages 22-40

It is important for you to be involved in planning for your future.

A plan can help you:

  • Figure out your strengths, interests and goals.
  • Make sure your money meets your needs.
  • Create steps to reach your future goals.
  • Track your progress in meeting your goals.

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