Travel Treatment Fund

AKA: TTF
Provided by: Canadian Cancer Society
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Service Description

Provides low-income individuals living with cancer an annual travel allowance to help cover the costs of travelling to cancer related appointments. One travel allowance is granted per year per person.

Note: Recipients of the Social Assistance Program or Accessibility Supports (Disability Support Program) in Epekwitk / PEI are not eligible for the Travel Treatment Fund.

Information

Eligibility:
Eligible applicants must:
-Be undergoing active cancer treatment
- Have at least 10 appointments per year related to treatment OR live more than 200 km away from the treatment centre
-Have household combined gross annual income is less than $44,500
Note: Recipients of the Social Assistance Program or Accessibility Supports (Disability Support Program) in Epekwitk / PEI are not eligible for the Travel Treatment Fund.
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Have the application form completed by a health professional and return it by mail, fax, or email
Documents Required:
Most recent Notice of Assessment from Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for all members of the family unit over 18 years of age * If applicant or their partner's financial situation has changed during the year, proof of current family unit income is required * Signed Direct Deposit Enrollment Form with a void cheque (if applicable)
Program Email:
transportation@cancer.ca
Language:
English * French
Website:
https://cancer.ca/en/living-with-cancer/how-we-can-help/transportation
Coverage Area:
Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island

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