To be eligible, you must be a Canadian Citizen, have no access to dental insurance, have a net family income of less than $90,000, and have filed your tax return in the previous tax year.

Application dates for the CDCP are opening based on age.

• 87+
  December 2023
• 77 - 86
  January 2024
• 72 - 76
  February 2024
• 70 - 71
  March 2024
• 65 - 69
  May 2024
• Adults with a valid Disability Tax Credit certificate
  June 2024
• Children under the age of 18
  June 2024
• All remaining eligible Canadian residents
  2025

From December 2023 to March 2024, letters will be mailed to those who may be eligible for the benefit. Currently, applications are being taken by phone.

As of May 2024, an online portal will open for all seniors 65 and older.