December 11, 2025 | Ottawa, Ontario | Government of Canada
Two years ago, the Government of Canada launched the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), marking the beginning of one of Canada’s largest social programs. Today, the program is improving the lives of millions of people by making oral health care more affordable and accessible than ever before.
Last May, the new government expanded the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) to include millions of new eligible Canadians.
The CDCP is transforming the lives of nearly six million Canadians who are now covered under the plan and over 3.5 million have already receiving the care they need.
This CDCP is helping Canadians and their families reduce their out-of-pocket costs and access essential oral health care services. On average, Canadians are saving $800 per year, and for some, it was their first time seeing an oral health provider in decades.
These past two years could not have been successful without the dedication of oral health providers and their staff nationwide, who continue to support CDCP patients and help improve access to care across the country.
To apply to the CDCP or for more information, visit Canada.ca/dental.