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How to Choose a Trustee: Disability Planning Considerations
When you are planning for the long-term care and financial security of a loved one with a disability, one decision often influences everything else: who will step into your shoes […]
Read MoreOne Year of the Canada Disability Benefit
One Year of the Canada Disability Benefit: Understanding Meaningful Impact is a report that combines survey responses with real-time insights from our Disability Planning Helpline. The Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) is a […]
Read MoreSix Recommendations in the National Disability Network’s Pre-Budget Submission for Budget 2026
The National Disability Network (NDN) has provided the federal government with six recommendations for the next budget cycle. Plan Institute is a proud member of the NDN, a collaborative coalition of national and regional organizations to advance shared priorities on disability rights and financial […]
Read MorePlan Ahead: Start Your Advance Care Plan
Most people understand the value of advance care planning, yet only some have taken the first step. Writing down your wishes ensures your voice is heard when it matters most. […]
Read MoreWe’re Hiring: Program Coordinator – Helpline (Now Closed)
Click here to apply. Click here to download a copy of the job description. Posting Date: April 8, 2026 – April 30, 2026 Organization: Plan Institute Position Type: Full-time, contract to […]
Read MoreLaunching Our New Canada Disability Benefit Webinar
Plan Institute is excited to announce a new webinar to help you understand and access the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB). What is the Canada Disability Benefit? The CDB is a federal benefit for low-income, […]
Read MoreLoss of Accessible Housing Program Leaves Wheelchair Users at Risk of Homelessness
Disability Alliance BC (DABC) announced today that its nationally recognized Right Fit Program will lose its federal funding as of April 1, 2026, forcing the program to close and leaving […]
Read MorePolicy Paper: Increasing Access to the Disability Tax Credit Through Alternative Pathways
Many people living with a disability are missing out on vital benefits that could offer life-changing support and income. It is estimated that 75% of eligible people are not accessing […]
Read MoreProtecting Access to Provincial Benefits through Henson Trusts and Estate Planning
How families can provide financial security for a loved one with disabilities without jeopardizing their eligibility for provincial benefits. Some of the biggest estate planning problems arise when people fail to plan. […]
Read MoreTax Season: Essential Tips for People with Disabilities
Filing your income tax return is more than just paperwork. It is one of the most important steps to accessing provincial and federal benefits like the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB), […]
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