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Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Program
Prescription cost relief for eligible Ontario seniors
Latest source updateLast Update: August 29, 2026Latest change: The ODB Formulary/CDI edition page now shows an August 31, 2026 summary of changes and XML data extract, and the 2025 formulary effective date changed from June 30, 2025 to July 31, 2025.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 29, 2026
Latest change: The ODB Formulary/CDI edition page now shows an August 31, 2026 summary of changes and XML data extract, and the 2025 formulary effective date changed from June 30, 2025 to July 31, 2025.
ODB Formulary dates updated
Formulary/CDI Edition 43 now shows an August 31, 2026 effective summary of changes and an August 31, 2026 XML data extract. The 2025 formulary effective date changed from June 30, 2025 to July 31, 2025, and the linked download was updated to match. The page update marker also moved from July 24, 2026 to August 27, 2026.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Seniors Co-Payment Program helps low-income seniors in Ontario reduce prescription drug costs under the Ontario Drug Benefit system. Eligible participants may have the annual deductible waived and co-payment fees reduced to up to $2 when they meet the income and age requirements.
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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
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Documents Needed
- Seniors Co-Payment Program Application
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Seniors aged 65 years or older with an Ontario health card number
- Low-income seniors who qualify under the program’s income eligibility thresholds
Who is not eligible
- A spouse who is under 65 years old does not receive drug benefits as a senior
Eligible expenses
- Most of the cost of more than 5,900 medications currently available through the Ontario Drug Benefit program
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Syringes, lancets, glucometers and other diabetic supplies
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Income verification against program thresholds.
- Eligibility based on age and Ontario coverage.
- For some benefits, covered drug status and valid special authorization.
- For reimbursements, acceptable official pharmacy documentation.
How to apply
- Complete the Seniors Co-Payment Program Application on the Ontario Drug Benefit Program Online Applications and Forms website
- If you cannot complete the form online, contact the SCP at 416-503-4586 in the Toronto area or 1-888-405-0405 outside Toronto for a paper version of the form
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed after submission.
- Income may be verified electronically through CRA consent.
- Confirmation letter is issued after enrollment.
- Reimbursement receipts are reviewed and must be submitted by the deadline.
Additional information
- The program year runs from August 1 to July 31.
- Household income is verified by CRA consent when available.
- Coverage confirmation is sent after enrollment.
- Receipts and supporting documents are reviewed for reimbursement.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Program Program
What is the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Program?
The Seniors Co-Payment Program helps low-income seniors in Ontario reduce prescription drug costs under the Ontario Drug Benefit system. Eligible participants may have the annual deductible waived and co-payment fees reduced to up to $2 when they meet the income and age requirements.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Program program?
To be eligible for the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Program program, you must:
Be aged 65 years or older
Have an Ontario health card number
Meet the applicable income eligibility thresholds for the program year August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027
Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Program?
You can contact Ontario Ministry of Health (MOH) by email at seniors@ontariodrugbenefit.ca or by phone at 1-888-405-0405.
Where is the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Program available?
The Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Program?
Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Program is funded by Ontario Ministry of Health (MOH)