How to Write a Strong CPP Disability Reconsideration Request

Introduction

A reconsideration request is your opportunity to ask Service Canada to take another look at a CPP Disability decision. It should be written, organized, and connected directly to the reasons in the denial letter.

Think of the request as a roadmap. It should show the reviewer what was missed, what new evidence is attached, and how the severe and prolonged test is met.

Start with the basics

Begin with your name, Social Insurance Number, contact information, decision date, and a clear statement that you are requesting reconsideration of the CPP Disability decision. Confirm the date you received the letter if it helps establish the 90-day timeline.

Then summarize the reason you disagree. Avoid a long emotional opening. You can be human and direct without losing focus.

Answer the denial reasons

Use headings that match the issues raised by Service Canada. For example: "My disability is severe," "My disability is prolonged," "My work attempt was not sustainable," or "My medical evidence supports the date of disability."

Under each heading, give facts. Explain symptoms, functional limits, treatment, prognosis, failed work attempts, reduced hours, absences, accommodations, and why regular work is not possible. If Service Canada misunderstood something, correct it with documents.

Include better evidence

Attach evidence that fills gaps. This might include a new doctor's letter, specialist report, clinical notes, rehabilitation records, psychological assessment, medication list, employer statement, attendance record, or personal statement. Ask medical professionals to connect the condition to work capacity, not just diagnosis.

If the file involves mental health, chronic pain, fatigue, or fluctuating symptoms, evidence should explain regularity. A person may complete some tasks sometimes and still be unable to perform substantially gainful work on a reliable schedule.

End with a clear request

Close by asking Service Canada to change the decision and approve CPP Disability benefits. List the documents attached. Keep a copy of the full package and proof of submission.

A strong reconsideration request is respectful, specific, and evidence-based. It does not need to be complicated, but it does need to answer the CPP test.