The Government of Ontario offers a wide range of programs and services to support individuals and families at every stage of life. Whether you are looking for health and disability supports, assistance for seniors and families, employment and training opportunities, or financial help, the resources below can help connect you with the services available to you.
Health, Seniors & Disability Supports
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)
Provides financial assistance, health benefits and employment supports to eligible Ontarians with disabilities.
Phone: 1-888-999-1142
Website: ontario.ca/page/ontario-disability-support-program
Assistive Devices Program (ADP)
Helps eligible Ontarians with long-term physical disabilities pay for equipment such as wheelchairs, hearing aids and other assistive devices.
Phone: 1-800-268-6021
Website: ontario.ca/page/assistive-devices-program
Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB)
Helps eligible Ontarians, including seniors 65 and older, cover the cost of thousands of prescription medications.
Phone: 1-866-532-3161
Website: ontario.ca/page/get-coverage-prescription-drugs
Trillium Drug Program
Helps Ontarians whose prescription drug costs are high compared with their household income.
Phone: 1-800-575-5386
Website: ontario.ca/page/get-help-high-prescription-drug-costs
Seniors Co-Payment Program
Helps eligible low-income seniors reduce their out-of-pocket costs for prescription medications.
Phone: 1-888-405-0405
Website: ontario.ca/page/seniors-ontario-drug-benefit-deductible-and-prescription-co-payment
Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program
Provides free routine dental care to eligible low-income seniors aged 65 and older.
Phone: 1-833-207-4435
Website: ontario.ca/page/dental-care-seniors
Ontario Health atHome – Home and Community Care
Connects eligible Ontarians with publicly funded nursing, rehabilitation, personal support and other health services at home and in the community.
Phone: 1-833-515-1234
Website: ontario.ca/page/home-community-care
Seniors Active Living Centres
Provides community programs that help older adults stay active, independent, healthy and socially connected.
Mississauga Active Adult Centre: 905-615-3207
Website: ontario.ca/page/find-seniors-active-living-centre-program-near-you
Families, Children & Community Supports
Ontario Works
Provides financial assistance and employment supports to eligible individuals and families experiencing financial hardship.
Phone: 1-888-999-1142
Website: ontario.ca/page/ontario-works
Healthy Smiles Ontario
Provides free preventive, routine and emergency dental services to eligible children and youth aged 17 and under.
Phone: 1-844-296-6306
Website: ontario.ca/healthysmiles
OHIP+
Provides prescription drug coverage for eligible Ontarians aged 24 and under who are covered by OHIP and do not have a private drug plan.
Phone: 1-866-532-3161
Website: ontario.ca/page/learn-about-ohip-plus
Ontario Autism Program (OAP)
Provides children and youth on the autism spectrum and their families with access to services and supports.
Phone: 1-833-425-2445
Website: ontario.ca/page/ontario-autism-program
Special Services at Home (SSAH)
Provides funding to eligible families caring for a child with a developmental or physical disability for respite, daily activities and personal growth and development.
Phone: 1-888-789-4199
Website: ontario.ca/page/special-services-home
Passport Program
Provides funding to eligible adults with developmental disabilities for community participation, daily living supports and caregiver respite.
Phone: 1-877-993-8885
Website: ontario.ca/page/passport-program-adults-developmental-disability
Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP)
Provides eligible lower-income households with a monthly credit directly on their electricity bill.
Phone: 1-855-831-8151
Website: ontarioelectricitysupport.ca
Employment, Education & Financial Support
Employment Ontario
Provides free employment and training services, including job-search assistance, résumé preparation, career planning and connections to skills training.
Phone: 1-800-387-5656
Website: ontario.ca/page/employment-ontario
Better Jobs Ontario
Provides eligible job seekers with financial assistance for training for in-demand occupations. Funding can help cover tuition, books, transportation and basic living expenses.
Phone: 1-800-387-5656
Website: ontario.ca/page/better-jobs-ontario
Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
Provides eligible post-secondary students with grants and loans to help pay for college or university, including tuition and living expenses.
Phone: 1-877-672-7411
Website: ontario.ca/page/osap-ontario-student-assistance-program
Apprentice Tools Grant
Provides eligible registered apprentices with a non-repayable grant to help purchase tools and equipment needed for their trade. Grants currently range from $400 to $1,000 depending on the trade sector.
Phone: 1-800-387-5656
Website: ontario.ca/page/financial-supports-apprentices-and-sponsors
Apprentice Development Benefit
Provides financial assistance to eligible registered apprentices while attending full-time classroom training. Assistance can include living expenses, dependent care, commuting, travel and disability-related expenses.
Phone: 1-800-387-5656
Website: ontario.ca/page/financial-supports-apprentices-and-sponsors
Apprenticeship Completion Bonus
Provides a $2,000 taxable grant to eligible apprentices who complete training in certain non-Red Seal trades and receive their Certificate of Apprenticeship or Qualification.
Phone: 1-800-387-5656
Website: ontario.ca/page/financial-supports-apprentices-and-sponsors
Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program
Helps people develop the skills and experience needed to begin an apprenticeship and pursue a career in Ontario’s skilled trades.
Phone: 1-800-387-5656
Website: ontario.ca/page/apprenticeship-ontario
Adult Learning Programs
Provides opportunities for adults to improve reading, writing, math, digital and other essential skills, earn high-school credits or prepare for employment, apprenticeship, college or university.
Phone: 1-800-387-5656
Website: ontario.ca/page/adult-learning
Literacy and Basic Skills Program
Provides training for adults who want to strengthen reading, writing, math, digital and other essential skills to prepare for employment, further education or apprenticeship training.
Phone: 1-800-387-5656
Website: ontario.ca/page/adult-learning
Academic and Career Entrance (ACE)
Helps adults upgrade their academic skills and meet admission requirements for Ontario college programs or apprenticeship training.
Phone: 1-800-387-5656
Website: ontario.ca/page/adult-learning
Ontario Bridge Training Program
Helps internationally trained immigrants and refugees obtain the skills, training and Canadian experience needed to continue working in their profession or a related field in Ontario.
Phone: 1-800-387-5656
Website: ontario.ca/page/adult-learning