We Accept the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)
Eligible Canadians can get up to 100% Coverage
Lower Dental Costs for Uninsured BC Residents
The federal government has introduced a new Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), designed to make dental care more affordable and accessible for Canadians.
This program can cover up to 100% dental care costs for Canadians without dental benefits and with a household income under $90,000 a year.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the governement's Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), you must:
- not have access to any type of dental insurance or coverage
- have an adjusted family net income of less than $90,000
- be a Canadian resident for tax purposes
- have filed your previous years’ income tax return
What Dental Services are Covered?
Services that could be covered under the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) include the following, with some services only becoming available in fall 2024:
- preventive services, including scaling (cleaning), polishing, sealants, and fluoride;
- diagnostic services, including examinations and x-rays;
- restorative services, including fillings;
- endodontic services, including root canal treatments;
- prosthodontic services, including complete and partial removable dentures;
- periodontal services, including deep scaling;
- oral surgery services, including extractions.
How Much is Covered by the Canadian Dental Care Plan?
The government's dental care plan will reimburse a percentage of the cost, based on established CDCP fees and your adjusted family net income.
Patients may be required to make a co-payment (that is, pay for a portion of their dental care under the CDCP) based on the following income thresholds:
Co-payments based on adjusted family net income
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Adjusted family net income
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How much will the CDCP cover
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How much you will cover
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Lower than $70,000
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100% of eligible oral health care service costs will be covered at the CDCP established fees.
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0% of the CDCP established fees. You may face additional charges as described below.
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Between $70,000 and $79,999
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60% of eligible oral health care service costs will be covered at the CDCP established fees.
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40% of the CDCP established fees. You may face additional fees as described below.
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Between $80,000 and $89,999
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40% of eligible oral health care service costs will be covered at the CDCP established fees.
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60% of the CDCP established fees. You may face additional fees as described below.
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How Do I Apply For Canadian Dental Care Plan Coverage?
Applications for the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is rolling out in the following phases:
Application schedule
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Group
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Applications open
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Seniors aged 70 and above
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Started in December 2023 and ongoing
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Seniors aged 65 to 69
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Starting May 2024
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Adults with a valid Disability Tax Credit certificate (T2201)
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Starting June 2024
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Children under the age of 18
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Starting June 2024
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All remaining eligible Canadian residents
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Starting 2025
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People who are eligible to apply starting in May 2024 will be able to do so online and their eligibility will be based on their 2023 tax information.
Note: If someone is helping you to apply, you can apply for the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) with the help of a trusted person or a delegate.
Norburn Dental is enrolled as a Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) oral health care provider
Our clinic is delighted to be enrolled in the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) to help as many BC residents access easy, affordable dental care.
Once you have determined that you qualify for the government's Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) and your application has been approved, book an appointment with Norburn Dental by calling (604) 336-4411 or book with our online form.
