E PRO DENTAL
Canadian Dental Care Plan
The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) aims to ease financial barriers to accessing oral health care for eligible Canadian residents.
To be eligible to enroll in CDCP you must meet the following:
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have no access to dental insurance;
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an adjusted family net income of less than $90,000;
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be a Canadian resident for tax purposes; and
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have filed a tax return in the previous year.
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In order to qualify, you must meet ALL eligible criteria listed above.
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Eligible Canadians will receive a letter in the mail with a personalized application code and instructions on how to apply based on the application schedule below.
Group | Application Opens |
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Seniors aged 87 and above | December 2023 |
Seniors aged 77 to 86 | January 2024 |
Seniors aged 72 to 76 | February 2024 |
Seniors aged 70 to 71 | March 2024 |
Seniors aged 65 to 69 | May 2024 |
Adults with a valid Disability Tax Credit certificate | June 2024 |
Children under the age of 18 | June 2024 |
All remaining eligible Canadian residents | In 2025 |
The CDCP will be managed by Sun Life. Once enrolled, you will receive a welcome package in the mail which will include:
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information on the CDCP
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your member card
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your coverage start date
The Government of Canada’s Dental Benefit Guide provides a complete overview of the plan, including the scope of coverage.
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For more information, please visit the CDCP webpage.
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Please note:
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CDCP is not a free dental program.
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Patients may be required to make a co-payment of up to 60% depending on their adjusted family net income. They may also have to pay costs the CDCP does not cover.
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Not all dental services are covered under CDCP.
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Before proceeding with treatment, it is important to understand your dental care costs.
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E Pro Dental is a participant of the CDCP program, but participation is not mandatory, and not every dental office participates in the CDCP program.
Dental Benefits Guide
This guide provides information on the Canadian Dental Care Plan and its policies relevant to participating oral health providers and clients.
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Dental Benefits Grid
The grid outlines coverage of dental services provided through the CDCP.
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