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Orthotic shoes and devices program
Support for custom orthotic shoes and devices
Last Update: May 14, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec
Overview
This program provides assistance to obtain custom orthotic devices, shoes, and overshoes. It supports people in Quebec with severe mobility issues who need daily orthotic shoes, and includes a $75 deductible for custom-made shoes.
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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
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- Obtaining custom orthotic shoes, shoes, and overshoes.
- Providing orthotic devices applied to shoes.
Documents Needed
- Certificate relating to the physical impairment completed by a doctor or specialized nurse practitioner.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals living in Quebec.
- People with severe mobility issues who need orthotic shoes.
Who is not eligible
- People already covered for the same assistance by another national or federal program.
- People already covered by private insurance for the same assistance.
- Residents of a long-term care centre or a public intermediate resource.
Eligible expenses
- Custom orthotic shoes and overshoes.
- Adaptation of purchased shoes to meet the person's needs.
- The uncovered portion of costs when private insurance or social assistance applies.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs already covered by another national or federal program.
- Costs already covered by private insurance.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec.
Processing and Agreement
- Contact your CISSS or CIUSSS to enrol.
- Provide the required physical impairment certificate.
- The assistance is allocated based on an overall assessment of needs and resources.
Additional information
- Two pairs of shoes are entitled at the first request.
- For people under 18, shoes may also be assigned and replaced as they grow.
- A $75 deductible applies to custom-made shoes.
- The deductible does not apply when a purchased shoe is simply adapted.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Orthotic shoes and devices program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Orthotic shoes and devices 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 Orthotic shoes and devices program?
This program provides assistance to obtain custom orthotic devices, shoes, and overshoes. It supports people in Quebec with severe mobility issues who need daily orthotic shoes, and includes a $75 deductible for custom-made shoes.
Who is eligible for the Orthotic shoes and devices program program?
To be eligible for the Orthotic shoes and devices program program, you must:
Quebec resident.
Severe permanent mobility impairment.
Foot-ankle condition requiring orthotic shoes.
What expenses are eligible under Orthotic shoes and devices program?
Obtaining custom orthotic shoes, shoes, and overshoes.
Providing orthotic devices applied to shoes.
Who can I contact for more information about the Orthotic shoes and devices program?
You can contact Gouvernment of Québec by email at info@ophq.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 819 475-8585.
Where is the Orthotic shoes and devices program available?
The Orthotic shoes and devices program program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Orthotic shoes and devices program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Orthotic shoes and devices program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Orthotic shoes and devices program?
Orthotic shoes and devices program is funded by Gouvernment of Québec