Pathway to Benefits is a free national initiative designed to help Canadians with disabilities, including those living with lupus, navigate disability benefits in Canada and access the financial supports they are entitled to but too often miss out on.

Led by the Mood Disorders Society of Canada, the program supports individuals and families as they work through complex benefit systems that can seem overwhelming or difficult to access without guidance.

What is Pathway to Benefits?

Pathway to Benefits helps simplify the process of applying for federal, provincial, and territorial disability benefits. Many Canadians who are eligible for financial support face barriers such as complicated applications, lack of awareness, or limited access to reliable advice.

This initiative aims to reduce these barriers by providing clear information, personalized support, and practical tools to help individuals move forward with confidence.

What support does the program offer?

Through Pathway to Benefits, participants can access:

• One on one support to understand eligibility and application steps

• Online resources that explain disability benefits in clear, plain language

• Peer guidance from individuals with lived experience navigating disability systems

This approach helps ensure people feel informed, supported, and empowered throughout the process.

Disability benefits in Canada the program can help with

Pathway to Benefits provides support for applications related to:

• The Canada Disability Benefit (CDB)

• The Disability Tax Credit (DTC)

• Provincial and territorial disability benefits and income supports

These benefits can play an important role in financial stability, especially for people living with chronic illness or disability.

Who is this program for?

Pathway to Benefits is available to Canadians with disabilities and their families, including individuals living with lupus who may face challenges related to employment, income security, or ongoing medical expenses.

Caregivers and advocates supporting someone with a disability may also find this program helpful when navigating benefit applications.

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