Some people with disabilities are expected to receive the CDB.

The CDB regulations are released for public review. Summary

Open for feedback until September 23, 2024.

The CDB is in the budget.

DWP releases Shape the CDB findings and Disability With Possibility reports.

DWP conducts a consultation project known as Shape the CDB.

The CDB Act passes unanimously with Royal Assent .

The CDB undergoes Third Reading in the Senate.

The CDB undergoes Second Reading in the Senate.

The CDB undergoes First Reading in the Senate.

The CDB undergoes Third Reading in the House of Commons.

The CDB undergoes Second Reading in the House of Commons.

The CDB undergoes First Reading in the House of Commons.

Following the federal election, and fueled by intense pressure from the disabled community, the CDB is re-introduced under the new name Bill C-22.

Continued pressure leads to the tabling of Bill C-35 but due to the upcoming federal election, this bill could not progress.

DWP hosts a petition to fast-track the CDB which receives almost 18,000 signatures. The petition was presented to the House of Commons on February 10, 2022.

Prime Minister Trudeau proposes a Canada Disability Benefit (Bill C-35) to support the financial security of persons with disabilities.