Rachel Blaney says she’s very concerned about an apparent Canada Revenue Agency change to the Disability Tax Credit.
The North Island-Powell River MP says she’s hearing that a number of people who used to qualify for it are being told they no longer do, even if they have a doctor’s note.
It’s affecting people with things like Type 1 Diabetes, autism, bipolar disorder, other mental health issues and those that need dialysis. Blaney says the biggest concern is the Minister of Health is telling a different story:
She says the credit is a big boon for families:
Blaney is asking anyone who’s recently been told they no longer qualify for the Disability Tax Credit to get in touch with her office in Campbell River by calling (250) 287-9388.
