Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 84
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides monthly support for the routine care of a certified guide, hearing, or service dog. Eligible members of the benefit unit can receive up to $84 per month for each qualifying dog.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 84 $
- Minimum amount : 84 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Routine care support for a certified guide, hearing, or service dog.
Documents Needed
- Proof of certification from an accredited training facility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Members of an ODSP benefit unit with a certified guide dog.
- Members of an ODSP benefit unit with a certified hearing dog.
- Members of an ODSP benefit unit with a certified service dog.
Eligible expenses
- Routine care of the dog
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Additional information
- Applicants must verify dog certification from an accredited training facility.
- The benefit is paid monthly.
- The payment is intended to help cover routine dog care costs.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Guide dog benefit Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Guide dog benefit. 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 Guide dog benefit?
This program provides monthly support for the routine care of a certified guide, hearing, or service dog. Eligible members of the benefit unit can receive up to $84 per month for each qualifying dog.
How much funding can be received?
Guide dog benefit Funds up to $84 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Guide dog benefit program?
To be eligible for the Guide dog benefit program, you must:
Certified assistance dog
Accredited training proof
What expenses are eligible under Guide dog benefit?
Routine care support for a certified guide, hearing, or service dog.
Who can I contact for more information about the Guide dog benefit?
You can contact Government of Ontario or by phone at 1 888 999-1142.
Where is the Guide dog benefit available?
The Guide dog benefit program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the Guide dog benefit?
Guide dog benefit is funded by Government of Ontario