If you don’t have private dental insurance, you may qualify for government-funded dental programs that make care more affordable — or even free.
🦷 How to Access Free or Low-Cost Dental Care in Canada
🇨🇦 National Program: Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)
The new federal program is being rolled out in 2024–2025 to support:
- Seniors aged 65+
- Children under 18
- Adults with disabilities
- Families with a net household income under $90,000
How to apply:
- Create or log in to your CRA My Account
- Confirm eligibility and upload required documents
- Wait for approval and receive your CDCP dental card
👉 Learn more at canada.ca/dental
🧒 Ontario Programs
- Healthy Smiles Ontario (HSO): Free dental care for children 17 and under in low-income households
- Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program (OSDCP): Free dental care for eligible seniors aged 65+ with low income
- ODSP Dental Benefits: For individuals receiving disability support in Ontario
Each program has a separate application process through ontario.ca or your local public health unit.
📝 Documents You May Need:
- Proof of income (e.g. Notice of Assessment, ODSP statement)
- Government-issued ID
- SIN or CRA account login (for federal programs)
- Health documentation if applying due to a disability
💬 Need Help Applying?
We’re happy to walk you through eligibility and help you apply for:
- CDCP (Canadian Dental Care Plan)
- HSO (Healthy Smiles Ontario)
- OSDCP (Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program)
📞 Call us or visit the clinic with your documents — we’ll guide you every step of the way.
👉 Book a consult at McLevin Dental today and get access to the care you and your family deserve.