Programs for unpaid caregivers in Prince Edward Island

Monthly taxable pension from age 65 for long-term residents and citizens, with a 10% increase from age 75.

Tax-free monthly top-up for low-income seniors who receive Old Age Security.

Monthly tax-free benefit for people aged 60 to 64 whose spouse or partner receives GIS and full OAS.

Monthly tax-free benefit for widowed people aged 60 to 64 with low income.

Monthly CPP disability pension for contributors under age 65 with severe and prolonged disability.

Monthly payment for children of a CPP disabled or deceased contributor.

Tax-free monthly payment added to CCB (Canada Child Benefit) for children under 18 who are approved for the DTC (Disability Tax Credit).

Non-refundable federal credit for qualifying renovations that improve accessibility or reduce risk of harm in a principal residence for a senior or a DTC-eligible person.

Refundable federal tax credit for qualifying renovations that create a self-contained secondary suite for a senior or a DTC-eligible adult in your home.

Unused disability tax credit may transfer to a spouse or other supporting person (line 31800).

Federal non-refundable tax credit for people with a severe and prolonged impairment certified on Form T2201.

Registered savings plan for people approved for the Disability Tax Credit, with federal matching grants and income-tested bonds.

Monthly or ongoing survivor benefits may apply under the *Pension Act* and the newer **Pension for Life** framework (e.g., Income Replacement Benefit for eligible survivors), depending on the veteran’s VAC file.

Non-refundable federal credit for eligible medical expenses above the threshold based on net income (and family member rules on Schedule 5).

Provincial financial help when you cannot meet basic needs, includes basic rates, shelter-related amounts, and other allowances per PEI social program rules.

Provincial disability supports (planning, community services, equipment/modifications), requires PEI assessment; not a flat monthly cash payment.

Income-tested PEI drug coverage for qualifying families, in-kind assistance through Pharmacare / Family Health Benefit streams, not cash.

Prince Edward Island families typically work with Social Development and Health PEI for child disability supports, early intervention, and AccessAbility Supports pathways as the child ages. Call 211 for local routing.

Supports for seniors to remain independent at home.

Provincial loan to defer residential property taxes for eligible Island seniors (65+) who own their principal residence and meet income and equity rules.