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Mobility assistance dog reimbursement program
Reimbursement for mobility assistance dog costs
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 210 - $ 2,240
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Capitale-Nationale, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program reimburses part of the costs related to using a mobility assistance dog in Quebec. It supports eligible individuals with permanent motor impairments and covers acquisition and annual maintenance expenses.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,240 $
- Minimum amount : 210 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Capitale-Nationale, Montréal
- Quebec
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
- Using a mobility assistance dog to support daily independence at home
- Using a mobility assistance dog for walking, wheelchair movement, grasping objects, and transfers
Documents Needed
- Completed Request for Assessment form
- Copy of health insurance card
- Up-to-date veterinary vaccination record
- Medical attestation of permanent motor impairment
- Decision letter from another public program, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals living in Quebec
- People with a permanent motor impairment
- Applicants using a mobility assistance dog from an ADI- or IGDF-certified training school
Who is not eligible
- People already covered by another provincial or federal program for the same type of assistance
- People living in a CHSLD
- People living in a public intermediary resource
- People seeking reimbursement for guide dog expenses for visual impairment
Eligible expenses
- Initial purchase and setup costs to welcome the dog
- Annual maintenance costs, including food, grooming, and veterinary care
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs related to guide dogs for visually impaired people
- Expenses already covered by another provincial or federal program
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Submit the assessment request form and required documents to the designated regional institution
- The institution contacts the applicant after receiving the file
- A qualified resource person assesses needs, eligibility, and the dog’s eligibility
- The final decision is sent by mail
- Applicants may be reassessed if issues are corrected or health status changes
Additional information
- The reimbursement is retroactive from the application date.
- A reassessment request can be made once every two years for the same dog.
- A statement is required after the second annual payment.
- The program may end reimbursements if the dog is no longer used for the required functions.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Mobility assistance dog reimbursement program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Mobility assistance dog reimbursement program. 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 Mobility assistance dog reimbursement program?
This program reimburses part of the costs related to using a mobility assistance dog in Quebec. It supports eligible individuals with permanent motor impairments and covers acquisition and annual maintenance expenses.
How much funding can be received?
Mobility assistance dog reimbursement program Funds up to $2,240 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Mobility assistance dog reimbursement program program?
To be eligible for the Mobility assistance dog reimbursement program program, you must:
Quebec resident with valid health card
Permanent motor impairment
No other program covers same assistance
What expenses are eligible under Mobility assistance dog reimbursement program?
Using a mobility assistance dog to support daily independence at home
Using a mobility assistance dog for walking, wheelchair movement, grasping objects, and transfers
Who can I contact for more information about the Mobility assistance dog reimbursement program?
You can contact Gouvernment of Québec or by phone at 418 529-9141.
Where is the Mobility assistance dog reimbursement program available?
The Mobility assistance dog reimbursement program program is available Capitale-Nationale, Montréal, Quebec.
Is the Mobility assistance dog reimbursement program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Mobility assistance dog reimbursement program is a Tax Credits