What is the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)?
The Ontario Disability Support Program provides assistance to the people living in Ontario who are in financial need and meet the test for disability or are members of certain groups (like those who receive CPP disability benefits). The ODSP test for disability: a) you have a substantial physical or mental health problem that is expected to last a year or more, and b) your health problem substantially limits your ability to work, look after yourself, or carry out normal daily activities at home or in the community.** As well, to qualify you cannot have income above a certain amount. The amount depends on your family size and housing costs. Income from other sources like CPP disability or retirement benefits, Workplace Safety and Insurance Board benefits, and Old Age Security are counted as income for deciding whether you can get ODSP.
