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Seniors Dental Program (Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program – York Region)

Free dental care for eligible Ontario seniors

Offered by
Regional Municipality of York
Official source: york.ca

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Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Low-income seniors in Ontario who are 65 years of age or older
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Overview

This program provides free routine dental care for eligible low-income seniors in Ontario, with partial coverage for dentures. It supports exams, preventive care, restorative treatment, x-rays, oral surgery, anesthesia, and related services.

At a glance

Funding available

Varies by project

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Enhance an existing program

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Sutton, Vaughan
  • Montérégie
  • Ontario, Quebec
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians
Legal structures
Public or Parapublic institution

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Take a practical assessment to gain a clear understanding of how well this program aligns with your specific needs and long-term goals.

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Latest changes

Ontario Seniors Dental Care eligibility and contact update

Eligibility thresholds were raised, a new July 1, 2026 application note was added, and York Region added a SIN fraud warning with a callback number.

See more

The Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program page now shows higher income requirements starting August 1, 2026: $25,480 or less for single seniors and $42,290 or less for senior couples, and it adds a note that applicants can apply starting July 1, 2026 to be assessed under the new requirements. York Region’s Seniors Dental Program page also adds a safety notice warning that York Region will never request a SIN by phone, email, or text, and it provides a direct callback number for suspected fraud contacts: 1-877-464-9675.

Official source: york.ca
July 18, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Low-income seniors in Ontario who are 65 years of age or older
  • Senior couples, including couples where one or both people are 65 years of age or older

Who is not eligible

  • Applicants who have other dental benefits, including private insurance or dental coverage under Ontario Works, Ontario Disability Support Program, or Non-Insured Health Benefits, except the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)

Eligible expenses

  • Routine dental services, including check-ups, preventive care, x-rays, restorative treatment, oral surgery, anesthesia, and gum or infection treatment
  • Partial coverage for dentures and other dental prosthetics

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Dental services not covered under the program
  • Services received after coverage ends
  • Costs for dental care without a valid dental card

Eligible geographic areas

  • Ontario
  • York Region

Activities funded

  • Not applicable to this program

How to apply

  • Step 1: Choose an application method
    • Apply online or by mail.
    • Use the guarantor form if you do not have a SIN or did not file taxes.
  • Step 2: Complete the application
    • Enter applicant and spouse information, if applicable.
    • Sign the required sections and provide consent.
  • Step 3: Submit the application
    • Send the completed form to the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program by mail or submit it online.
  • Step 4: Await review and decision
    • You will be contacted if there are issues with the application.
    • If approved, you will receive a welcome package and dental card by mail.

Documents Needed

  • Completed application form
  • Social Insurance Number or Temporary Taxation Number
  • Recent tax return information
  • Completed guarantor form, if required
  • Consent and signature forms, if applying online or by mail

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed after submission
  • Applicants are contacted if the application is incomplete or has issues
  • Approval is confirmed by letter and a welcome package is mailed
  • Eligibility is reassessed before each benefit year

Additional information

  • York Region will never request your Social Insurance Number (SIN) through phone calls, emails or text messages
  • If someone says they are from York Region Public Health or the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program and asks for your SIN, do not provide any information

Contacts

soinsdentairespouraines@accerta.ca
1-833-207-4435

Official sources

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Seniors Dental Program (Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program – York Region) Program

What is the Seniors Dental Program (Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program – York Region)?

This program provides free routine dental care for eligible low-income seniors in Ontario, with partial coverage for dentures. It supports exams, preventive care, restorative treatment, x-rays, oral surgery, anesthesia, and related services.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who is eligible for the Seniors Dental Program (Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program – York Region) program?

To be eligible for the Seniors Dental Program (Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program – York Region) program, you must: Ontario residents aged 65 or older Starting August 1, 2026, single seniors must have annual net income of $25,480 or less and senior couples must have combined annual net income of $42,290 or less No other dental benefits, except the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)

What expenses are eligible under Seniors Dental Program (Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program – York Region)?

Routine dental services, including check-ups, preventive care, x-rays, restorative treatment, oral surgery, anesthesia, and gum or infection treatment Partial coverage for dentures and other dental prosthetics

Who can I contact for more information about the Seniors Dental Program (Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program – York Region)?

You can contact Regional Municipality of York by email at soinsdentairespouraines@accerta.ca or by phone at 1-833-207-4435.

Where is the Seniors Dental Program (Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program – York Region) available?

The Seniors Dental Program (Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program – York Region) program is available Montérégie, Ontario, Quebec.

Is the Seniors Dental Program (Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program – York Region) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Seniors Dental Program (Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program – York Region) is a Grant and Funding