Disability

Disability Services and Supports

• What financial assistance can I get if I have a disability?

  If you or a family member have a disability that may impact your income or personal finances, there may be options to help in this list of programs.

• What is the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) and how do I apply?

  This program gives financial and employment assistance to people with disabilities.

• What is a disability?

  “Disability” is a term that groups different types of conditions that may impact your movements, senses, or approach to how you engage in daily life. There are disabilities that you can see and others that are less obvious or even “invisible”.

• I have a disability. What kinds of services can I get?

  In Ontario, you can get many different kinds of programs and services to support you.

• My child was diagnosed with a disability. What do I do next?

  Steps you can take to find help for your child with special needs.

• What kind of supports can my child get through school?

  If you are new to the Ontario school system and you have a child that needs extra help in school, you will be glad to know that there are many supports available.

• Do I need private health insurance if I have OHIP?

  You may need private health insurance to cover additional costs like prescriptions. There are a few ways to start your search and things to consider when finding affordable insurance.

• Is there financial assistance available for post-secondary students with disabilities?

  Depending on your individual need or your program there may be different types of financial assistance available.

• I have a disability. How do I ask for accommodations at work?

  You can ask for reasonable accommodations at any point during your employment once you know that you need a change in your job due to your disability.