My insurer told me today that they will be sending me documents to apply for CPP D. I have been on LTD for 1 year and few months.
I went on disability( std) in July 2016 after being at my current work for a year and 4 months, and later I went on LTD.
Before my current employment, the last time I worked was for a year (2013-2014), and before that it was( 2009-2012).
Now my question is: am I eligible for cpp d? After looking through the requirements, I believe that I am not eligible. But does the insurance look at that or they don’t care, they just ask to apply even though they know I am not eligible?
Also I am still in my late twenties.
They care in that if you get it, your claim might get extended past the “own occupation” (2 years).
If you don’t get it then it is ammunition for the insurance company to end your claim after the “own occupation” period.
They probably ask everyone to apply, it is probably automated.
If you made more than 5500 (aprox) each year 2015 and 2016 -then you can claim.
It is mandatory to apply for CPP-D in some policies and some it is not. Being approved for CPP-D or being denied is seperate from your LTD claim. They each make their own decisions.
You won’t lose your LTD, it depends on a lot of factors.
Mostly your medical condition and support from your doctor.
In the meantime between applying, you will likely continue to get LTD.
As long as you do what they ask and hold up your responsibilities as outlined in your policy.
It is possible to continue to get LTD without getting CPP-D.
If the insurer is asking you to apply you should do so. Service Canada will let you know quickly if you claim is denied due to lack of contributions. A denial of CPP in those circumstances will have no bearing on your ongoing LTD.
David Brannen
Disability Lawyer with Resolute Legal
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