Yes! Canadian Benefits Association is a real private company that helps Canadians apply for the Disability Tax Credit. CBA is not the Canada Revenue Agency, not a government agency, and not a non-profit. It is a disability benefits service operating as a division of Herman and Meyer Accounting Services Inc.
That distinction matters. The Disability Tax Credit is a real federal tax credit administered by the Canada Revenue Agency. The CRA provides the form and application process directly, and eligible Canadians can apply on their own. CBA exists for people who want help with the paperwork, medical form coordination, CRA communication, and follow-up steps.
Canadian Benefits Association overview
Canadian Benefits Association helps people with disabilities and supporting family members apply for the Disability Tax Credit. The company focuses on DTC claims, tax credit adjustments, and disability benefits support.
CBA says its mission is to help Canadians get the Disability Tax Credit from the Canadian Government as easily and quickly as possible. The About Us page also says the team includes tax credit professionals trained in Disability Tax Credit applications and CRA compliance.
The company lists Dov Herman as Owner and CEO, Rochel Meyer as Marketing Director, and James Edwards as IT Director. Its website lists phone, email, mailing address, EFILE number, Ontario corporation number, and business name registration number.
Is CBA a government program?
No. Canadian Benefits Association is a private company. The Disability Tax Credit is the government program. CBA is a third-party service that helps clients apply for that tax credit.
That means you are not required to use CBA to apply. You can apply directly through the CRA if you want to handle the process yourself. You can also ask a family doctor or another qualified medical practitioner to complete the medical portion of the form.
CBA is for people who want guided support because the process can feel complex, stressful, or time-consuming, especially when disabilities affect daily life.
BBB accreditation and business verification
Canadian Benefits Association is BBB accredited and A Rated by BBB. The BBB profile lists the business under disability, tax consultant, disabled persons assistance, and tax representatives.
The BBB profile also shows the business as incorporated in 2013 and lists alternate names including Disability Benefits Plus and Herman And Meyer Accounting Services Inc.
BBB accreditation does not mean the BBB guarantees a company or endorses every service. It means the business has committed to BBB standards and has a public profile where consumers can review details, complaints, and responses.
CBA’s CRA authorization
CBA lists itself as a registered CRA representative with Group ID GPF6SB, Level 2 authorization, and EFILE number K7112.
Level 2 access matters because it allows a representative to help with more than basic viewing. For Disability Tax Credit claims, this can include communication with CRA, reviewing tax information, submitting forms, and helping with reassessments if the claim is approved.
Clients should still understand what they are signing. Never share your CRA password, banking login, or sign-in partner credentials with any company. A proper representative authorization does not require giving away your login.
Fees and contracts
CBA charges a success-based fee. The public client agreement states that Canadian Benefits Association is entitled to a fee equal to 33% plus GST/HST, plus applicable administrative fee, of benefits received from the CRA, a provincial agency, or otherwise in relation to the application prepared by CBA.
That means you should read the contract before signing. Understand the fee, what counts as a refund or credit, when payment is due, and what happens if you receive money after the claim is approved.
Some people prefer to apply directly to CRA for free. Others choose to pay a company because they want help completing the application, dealing with the doctor, tracking the file, and responding to CRA questions. Both choices are valid. The right decision depends on your comfort with forms, medical documentation, and tax matters.
Is the Disability Tax Credit real?
Yes. The Disability Tax Credit is a real federal disability tax credit. It can reduce income tax for eligible Canadians with severe and prolonged impairments. If approved, the credit may apply to prior years, and some people may receive a refund depending on their tax return history.
It is not “free money” in the casual sense. It is a tax credit. You must qualify under CRA rules, and approval depends on how your disabilities affect daily living, not just your diagnosis.
Does scoliosis or COPD qualify?
Scoliosis, COPD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, diabetes, chronic pain, and other conditions may qualify for the Disability Tax Credit, but diagnosis alone is not enough.
CRA looks at how the impairment affects basic activities of daily living, how severe the limitation is, and whether it is prolonged. A person with mild symptoms may not qualify, while someone with the same diagnosis and major daily limitations may be eligible.
What about online comments or Reddit posts?
A Google result, Reddit comment, or forum post can raise fair questions, but it should not be the only thing you rely on. Look at the company’s website, BBB profile, business registration details, client agreement, CRA authorization process, and how clearly the company explains its fee.
A legitimate company should be easy to contact, willing to explain what it does, and clear that it is not the government.
Safe ways to apply for disability benefits
If you want to apply safely, start by reviewing the CRA Disability Tax Credit page. Make sure you understand the application process, the medical form, and the role of your doctor or qualified medical practitioner.
Keep copies of everything submitted. Ask questions before signing. Review the fee before agreeing. Make sure you understand who can access your CRA account and why.
If you do not want to use a paid service, you can apply directly with CRA or look for support through local disability organizations, community living groups, accountants, or tax clinics.
Final verdict
Canadian Benefits Association is a legitimate private company that helps Canadians apply for the Disability Tax Credit. It is BBB accredited, A Rated by BBB, publicly lists its company details, and provides a written client agreement.
The main thing to understand is that CBA is not the CRA and not a government program. It is a paid service for people who want help applying for disability benefits and managing the CRA process. Before signing, read the agreement, understand the fee, and decide whether the support is worth it for your situation.
