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Seniors Dental Program (Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program – York Region)
Free dental care for eligible Ontario seniors
Latest source updateLast Update: July 18, 2026Latest change: 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.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 18, 2026
Latest change: 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.
Ontario Seniors Dental Care eligibility and contact update
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.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Closed
Location
Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Sutton, Vaughan, Montérégie, Ontario, Canada
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.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Sutton, Vaughan
- Montérégie
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Not applicable to this program
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
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
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
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.
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
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.
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)
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.
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
Who are the financial supporters of the Seniors Dental Program (Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program – York Region)?
Seniors Dental Program (Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program – York Region) is funded by Regional Municipality of York