The Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) provides crucial financial aid and employment support to residents with disabilities. However, the application process is famously strict. To qualify, you must meet three specific sets of criteria: financial (income/assets) , medical (disability definition) , and residency .
Disclaimer: This article reflects general rules as of 2024. Rules change annually with inflation. Contact the ODSP office or a community legal clinic for case-specific advice. who is eligible for odsp
ODSP is a benefit of last resort. If you are eligible for Employment Insurance (EI) sickness benefits or Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Disability, you must apply for those first. ODSP will top up the difference if those benefits are lower than the ODSP rate. medical (disability definition)