The Canadian Dental Care Plan, or CDCP as it is popularly known, is a program funded by the government of Canada to provide oral health facilities to its citizens. It came into effect in December 2023. So, now, even if you are an uninsured citizen of Canada, do not worry, as this program will help you receive dental care easily and conveniently. We understand that you might have many questions right now. We have got you covered with our blog. Stay with us as we help you navigate the CDCP.
Who Qualifies for the Canadian Dental Care Plan?
To know if you qualify for the CDCP, check if you fulfill all the four criteria below:
You do not have access to dental insurance
You and your spouse or common-law partner must have filed your tax returns in Canada (this is required to assess your family’s income)
Your adjusted family net income is <$90,000
You are a Canadian resident for tax purposes
When to Apply and How to Apply?
You can apply online immediately if you are a person aged 65 or above, if you are an adult with a valid Disability Tax Credit Card certificate for 2023 and if you are a child under 18. For the rest, applications will be open in the year 2025. Here is the list of things that you will need to apply online for CDCP:
Social Insurance Number
Date of birth
Full name
Home and mailing address
List of Dental Coverage through government social programs (if applicable)
Notice of Assessment for your and your spouse or common-law partner’s filed tax return 2023
When Can You Visit an Oral Health Provider?
Once you have applied and qualified for the CDCP, the Government of Canada will share your information with Sun Life as they manage the CDCP for them. They will enroll you in the CDCP and send you a welcome package which will include:
Information about the CDCP
Your member card
Your benefits start date (it will be mentioned in the welcome letter, not on your member card)
To find an oral health provider near you, consult Sun Life’s CDCP Provider Search or call the Sunlife CDCP Contact Centre at 1-888-888-8110.
Westwood & Starwood Dental: Ideal Oral Health Care Provider for CDCP Clients in Guelph
At Westwood & Starwood Dental, we provide dependable oral health services for people of all ages. We offer a broad range of services to provide oral care. Need good news? We have been open to CDCP clients at our locations since May 1st, 2024. If you need assistance applying to the CDCP, we have someone in the office ready to help you. Contact us today for more information.