Description

The Newfoundland Labrador disability benefit (NLDB) is a program designed to provide additional financial support for low-income persons with disabilities.

Benefit Amount

The NLDB is an amount of up to $400 per month to those who qualify ($4,800 annually), beginning in July 2025. The monthly amount is available for persons with disabilities between the ages of 18-64 who qualify for the Disability tax credit (DTC). For families where both spouses or common-law partners qualify for the DTC, each would receive the NLDB amount.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the NLDB an individual must:

• File their income tax and benefit return;
• Be at least 18 years old and less than 65 years old;
• Be a resident of Newfoundland and Labrador (this also applies to their spouse or common-law partner if applicable); and
• Be eligible for the disability tax credit

For July 2025 to June 2026, you may be entitled to up to $400 per month if:

• Your adjusted family net income (AFNI) is between $29,402 and $42,404 for individuals and couples where one person qualifies for the DTC, and between $29,402 and $55,404 for couples where both spouses qualify for the DTC.
• Individuals and couples with an AFNI within these thresholds will receive a partial benefit amount, while those with incomes below $29,402 will receive the full $400 benefit.

Application Process

No application required.