Canadian Dental Care Plan

Oral health care is important to your overall health and well‐being. Regular visits reduce the risk of health problems. 

In 2022, 1 in 4 Canadians reported avoiding visiting an oral health professional due to the cost. 

Every Canadian deserves accessible, affordable and essential dental care. 

 To qualify, you must: 

• not have access to dental insurance 
• have an adjusted family net income of less than $90,000 
• be a Canadian resident for tax purposes 
• have filed your tax return in the previous year

   Online applications open 

•  For Seniors aged 65 or older 

Now (started May 1, 2024) 

• Adults with a valid Disability Tax Credit certificate 

Now (started June 27, 2024) 

• Children under the age of 18 

Now (started June 27, 2024) 

• All remaining eligible Canadian residents 

In 2025