Ontario

Assistive Devices Program

Complex application

Tax filing not required

The Assistive Devices Program helps people with long-term disabilities pay for customized equipment and specialized supplies.

This program covers 75% of the cost for equipment and supplies. When making a purchase, this program is billed directly by the supplier with you paying the remaining 25% of the cost.

To confirm that your equipment or supplies are covered, please check to the types of equipment and supplies covered and not covered page. The ADP does not cover repair costs for devices

To qualify, you must:

  • Be an Ontario resident.
  • Have a valid Ontario health card.
  • Have a disability requiring the equipment or supplies for six months or longer.

Income is not considered in this program.

You do not qualify for the ADP if you:

  • Already qualify for or are receiving financial support for the same equipment or supplies from the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board.
  • Are a Group “A” veteran and already qualify for or are receiving financial support from Veterans Affairs Canada for the same equipment or supplies.

Health card

For example:

  • valid health card with no photo, name and address
  • valid health card with photo, name and address
  • MCP (Medical Care Plan) number
  • Valid ambulance/dental services card
  • Department of Immigration, Skills and Labour identification number
  • Department of Immigration, Skills and Labour file number (Income Support Card).

Social Insurance Number

For example:

  • confirmation of SIN letter
  • plastic SIN card (non-expired)

The application process will depend on the type of equipment or supplies you want covered. To find out more about how to qualify, apply and find a vendor for your unique needs, visit any of the following pages that represent the type of equipment or supplies needed:

Each of these pages will have step-by-step instructions on how to apply for this benefit.

Last updated: September 1, 2021