Thank you for joining us for the Money Talks Webcast. Below is a list of actionable tips, links and resources relevant to the topics discussed. We hope you find this information useful.

TIPS TO TAKE ACTION AFTER THE WEBCAST

1. If you haven't already, you can connect with the SmartStart Hub at your local Children's Treatment Centre to find out what resources or supports are available to families and caregivers.

2. Consider getting help to apply for the Disability Tax Credit from a free service navigator.

3. If you want to talk to someone about creating a financial plan for the future or opening an RDSP, take a look at P4P's Professional Services Directory and research a financial advisor in your area.

LINKS & RESOURCES

P4P’s Financial Services Directory

P4P has developed a province-wide, online directory of lawyers, financial advisors and accountants who have disability planning expertise. 

Holland Bloorview’s Funding Guide

Holland Bloorview’s Funding Guide provides a selection of government funding programs, charitable organizations, recreational/housing support options, and other financial resources for families.

Holland Bloorview’s Online Family Resources Centre

This webpage contains information and tip sheets, including links to the SSAH and ACSD tip sheets.

Canada Caregiver Credit

The Canada Caregiver Credit is a non-refundable tax credit for individuals who care for dependents or a spouse/common-law partner with physical or mental impairments. The credit can be used to reduce the amount of tax you owe and can be claimed on your tax return.

Medical Expense Tax Credit

Find out which medical expenses can be claimed using the non-refundable tax credit.
 
Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy

There are supports through non-profits like the Ontario Federation for Cerebral Palsy. Visit their resource page to see the funding programs and other supports available.

Muscular Dystrophy Canada

Funding support is also available through Muscular Dystrophy Canada. They offer a range of funding programs to people and families with cerebral palsy.

P4P FINANCIAL RESOURCES

Free DTC Application Support

P4P's Service Navigation page highlights community-based, non-profit organizations that offer free, one-on-one support for those applying for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC), the Canada Disability Benefit, and other related federal, provincial or territorial programs. 

The Disability Tax Credit

The DTC is a non-refundable tax credit that helps people with a disability, or those who support them, to reduce the amount of income tax they have to pay.  

The Registered Disability Savings Plan

The RDSP is a made-in-Canada long-term savings vehicle for people with disabilities. 

After Opening an RDSP

Tips and strategies for Plan Holders once they have opened an RDSP.

RDSP Calculators

This page provides an overview of all the RDSP calculators.

Intro to the RDSP Webcast

P4P's Intro the RDSP Webcast introduces participants to the savings plan and provides tips and advice on free resources. The next webcast airs on December 3rd. Register here.

Henson Trust

The Henson Trust, also known as a discretionary trust, is structured to protect the assets of a person living with a disability, as well as their right to collect government benefits and entitlements such as The Ontario Disability Support Program.   

PRESENTER CONTACT INFORMATION 

Guy Anderson - Portfolio Manager/Financial Planner, Aligned Capital

Karen Roy, CFP, EPC, FLMI - Certified Financial Planning and Owner, Spectrum Financial Strategies

Ishwarya Shankar - Family Support Specialist, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

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