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Ontario Extended Health Benefit

EHB-ODSP

Health benefit coverage for some people who leave ODSP because their income is too high but who still need certain health costs covered.

Last reviewed: August 2026

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Covers some prescription drugs, dental, and vision for up to a year while you transition to other coverage.

Who May Qualify

Former ODSP recipients who left for income reasons (not fraud or voluntary withdrawal) within a set period.

Required Documents

Recent ODSP eligibility, proof of income, and the application.

How to Apply

Apply through your ODSP office within 12 months of leaving.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Not applying before the deadline. Assuming it covers everything the Ontario Drug Benefit did — it is more limited.

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Free disability-benefits navigation services are available if you'd like help understanding or applying for this benefit.

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Plan Institute — Disability Planning Helpline

National

Plan Institute is a Canadian non-profit and registered charity that helps people with disabilities and their families plan for a good life. Its free national Disability Planning Helpline offers one-on-one support with the Disability Tax Credit (DTC), the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP), the Canada Disability Benefit, wills and trusts, and future and financial planning. Plan Institute also offers free webinars and online courses on the RDSP, DTC, and building personal support networks. The helpline is free, confidential, and available across Canada by phone, email, and video call.

Languages: English, Interpretation in ASL and other languages on request

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Disability Alliance Canada

National

Disability Alliance Canada is a national cross-disability non-profit that provides free one-on-one support to help people navigate federal disability programs, including the Canada Pension Plan Disability Benefit (CPP-D), the Disability Tax Credit (DTC), and the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB). They also offer educational guides, training and workshops, and help with applications, reconsiderations, and appeals.

Languages: English, French

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If your application is turned down, the Appeals Guide explains filing deadlines, escalation levels, and where to find free legal and advocate help.

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Resources in this area

Disability Advocacy

Community Living Ontario

Community Living Ontario is a provincial non-profit organization that advocates for people who have an intellectual disability and their families across Ontario. It works alongside 128 local agencies and advocates with people who have intellectual disabilities to build inclusive communities.

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ARCH Disability Law Centre

ARCH Disability Law Centre is a specialty legal clinic that practices exclusively in disability rights law. Since 1979, ARCH has been a leader in disability rights advocacy and test case litigation, dedicated to defending and advancing the equality rights, entitlements, fundamental freedoms, and inclusion of persons with disabilities with low income in Ontario. ARCH is primarily funded by Legal Aid Ontario and provides legal advice, representation in test cases and human rights matters, public legal education, and law reform.

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Cogeco Accessibility Services

Cogeco offers accessibility accommodations for customers in Ontario and Quebec including large-print and braille billing, TTY relay services, closed captioning, described video, and accessible customer service. Cogeco also participates in the Connecting Families program for low-income households.

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Accessible Compass is an independent guide — we are not a government agency and do not process applications or approve benefits. We provide general information only, not legal, medical, or financial advice. Program rules may change. Always confirm with official government sources.

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