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Special Diet Allowance
Support for medically required special diets
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 250
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The program helps cover the cost of a medically required special diet for eligible Ontario Works and ODSP recipients. The maximum support is $250 per month per benefit unit member, and eligible conditions are confirmed through Form 3111/3112.
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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
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
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
Documents Needed
- Completed Application for Special Diet Allowance (Form 3111/3112).
- Consent to release relevant medical information.
- Supporting medical confirmation from an approved health care professional.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario Works applicants and recipients.
- ODSP recipients.
- Members of the benefit unit who need a special diet.
Who is not eligible
- People living in institutions where their needs are met by the institution.
- Ontario Works emergency hostel service users served by First Nations delivery agents.
- Residents of long-term care homes.
Eligible expenses
- Costs of a medically required special diet.
- Special diet expenses linked to approved medical conditions.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Products covered under the Ontario Drug Benefit Program.
- Special diet support already met by an institution or facility.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed for completeness and eligibility.
- Approved applications receive a notice with the approved amount and review date, if applicable.
- Refused applications receive a notice with the reason and appeal rights.
- Ongoing eligibility is subject to review.
- Decisions may be internally reviewed and then appealed.
Additional information
- The allowance is part of income support budgetary requirements.
- A completed consent to release relevant medical information is required.
- Approved health care professionals may receive a $20 fee for completing the form.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Special Diet Allowance Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Special Diet Allowance. 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 Special Diet Allowance?
The program helps cover the cost of a medically required special diet for eligible Ontario Works and ODSP recipients. The maximum support is $250 per month per benefit unit member, and eligible conditions are confirmed through Form 3111/3112.
How much funding can be received?
Special Diet Allowance Funds up to $250 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Special Diet Allowance program?
To be eligible for the Special Diet Allowance program, you must:
Medical condition confirmed
Completed application form
Submitted to local office
Who can I contact for more information about the Special Diet Allowance?
You can contact Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS).
Where is the Special Diet Allowance available?
The Special Diet Allowance program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Special Diet Allowance a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Special Diet Allowance is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Special Diet Allowance?
Special Diet Allowance is funded by Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS), Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands