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Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)
Affordable dental care support for eligible Canadians
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : June 2, 2026
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Canada
Overview
The Canadian Dental Care Plan helps make dental care more affordable for eligible Canadians without dental insurance. It covers a wide range of oral health services and supports applications for eligible individuals and families.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : June 2, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Social Insurance Number, if available
- Date of birth and full name
- Home and mailing address
- Information on any government social dental coverage
- Previous-year Canadian tax return and notice of assessment
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian residents without dental insurance
- Individuals and families meeting the CDCP income rules
- People covered by certain government social dental programs, if otherwise eligible
Who is not eligible
- People with access to private dental insurance
- People with employer or retirement dental coverage
- People with group insurance or professional/student dental plans
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs related to applying or renewing coverage
- Services or costs not covered by the plan
- Payments requested by scams or unofficial sources
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- All provinces and territories
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed to confirm eligibility.
- Attestations may be checked against tax records and other documents.
- Applicants may be asked to provide proof if coverage status is unclear.
- If approved, coverage is provided under the plan rules.
Additional information
- Applications for the current benefit year are closed.
- Applications for the 2026–2027 benefit year open on June 2, 2026.
- Applicants may use a trusted person or legal delegate to help apply.
- The program is delivered with federal partners and Sun Life as the third-party administrator.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)?
The Canadian Dental Care Plan helps make dental care more affordable for eligible Canadians without dental insurance. It covers a wide range of oral health services and supports applications for eligible individuals and families.
Who is eligible for the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) program?
To be eligible for the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) program, you must:
No dental insurance access
Filed previous-year tax return
Family income under $90,000
Who can I contact for more information about the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at none or by phone at 1-833-537-4342.
Where is the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) available?
The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.
Is the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)?
Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is funded by Government of Canada, Health Canada