The directory

A free 24/7 helpline funded by the Ontario government and United Ways that connects callers to food help near them, from Meals on Wheels programs to community dining, grocery help and food banks. Community Navigators answer in over 150 languages; dial 211, or toll free 1-877-330-3213.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Dial 211 (or toll free 1-877-330-3213) any time, 24/7; a real person answers and connects you to services near you.

A registered charity that delivers hot and frozen meals to seniors and other adults in Brampton who cannot cook for themselves. Volunteers bring hot meals Monday to Friday between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., and frozen meals every Friday morning, with diabetic, low sodium, pureed, minced and other diet options available.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call the office Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., or use the contact form on the website to place a new order or ask questions.

The Canadian Red Cross delivers hot, nutritious meals to people who cannot cook for themselves, with a volunteer who checks in at the door. Today this is confirmed only in Etobicoke (part of Toronto) and in the City of Burlington plus Flamborough. The Canadian Red Cross is a federally chartered registered charity, and this is a public community support service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. There is no single phone number across these programs. Families call the specific line: Toronto Transportation and Meals on Wheels at 416-236-3180, Burlington Transportation at 1-844-843-7331 ext 2, Burlington Meals on Wheels at 905-637-5664, or the national Friendly Calls Program at 1-833-979-9779.

CHATS delivers more than 100 frozen entrees, soups, and desserts to seniors' homes on a weekly, order-as-needed basis, including diabetic, low fat, low salt, vegetarian, pureed, minced, and halal options, plus a friendly volunteer check-in with each delivery. CHATS is a registered charity, so this is a non-profit community service.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 905-713-6596 or toll-free 1-877-452-4287, or email seniorshelp@chats.on.ca; CHATS follows up for an initial visit and intake assessment before building an individualized care plan.

Circle of Care's Meals on Wheels delivers nutritious frozen meals, including kosher options, to seniors and adults with disabilities across Toronto and into southern York Region. Circle of Care is a registered charity and a system partner of Sinai Health, so this is a non-profit community service.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call the main line at (416) 635-2860, or Ontario Health atHome at 1-833-515-1234 to be referred for government-funded home care.

A registered charity delivering hot and frozen meals across Durham Region, with volunteers who also do a friendly safety check at the door. Meal options include Halal, vegetarian, low sodium, gluten-free, minced, and pureed. This is a non-profit community service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-888-255-6680 or fill out the online Request Service form on communitycaredurham.on.ca to book an appointment with a Central Intake Coordinator; the Adult Day Program additionally requires a separate referral from Ontario Health atHome (905-430-3308).

A weekly homecooked meal program at Cook Street Village Activity Centre Society, a registered charity, where volunteer cooks prepare a seasonal meal to order by Thursday for Saturday pickup. The centre's Rendezvous Cafe also serves baked goods and hot drinks on weekdays. A non-profit community service, not a private cafe.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call (250) 384-6542, email executivedir@csvac.ca, or visit the centre at 1-380 Cook Street, Victoria.

A non-profit community service from the Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre, offering affordable, ready-to-eat frozen meals delivered in Red Deer, open to everyone in the community whether or not they are a member. This is a non-profit community service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 403-343-6074 (Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm) to ask about any program; outreach services (home maintenance, transportation) generally start with an intake appointment with an Outreach Coordinator, which can follow a referral from the person themselves, a family member, or a professional.

James Bay New Horizons, a not for profit society, serves a members' Tuesday hot lunch and a free Sunday supper for frail, isolated or lower income seniors, plus a free monthly soup. Its More Than Meals program also delivers three meals a week, right to the door, for seniors referred through partner volunteer agencies. A non-profit community service.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. For the Tuesday lunch, register with reception by Monday at noon. For More Than Meals home delivery, contact Sherri at 250-386-3035.

A registered charity that delivers meals every day of the year to seniors, people with disabilities, and people recovering from illness, surgery or injury in Fredericton, Hanwell and New Maryland, with frozen meals also reaching Harvey and Queens County. This is a non-profit community service, not a private company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call (506) 458-9482 or email info@frederictonmealsonwheels.ca; office hours are Monday to Thursday 8 am to 2:30 pm and Friday 8 am to 11:30 am.

A registered charity's onsite Bistro at the Parkinson Activity Centre in Kelowna, serving breakfast, soup, sandwiches and a daily main cooked by a chef, plus frozen meals and soups made to take home. A non-profit community service, not a private restaurant.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Drop in Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, or call 250-762-4108.

VON Meals on Wheels delivers hot or frozen meals to people who cannot cook for themselves, with a volunteer safety check at every hot delivery. Available in Mississauga (except Malton), Oakville, and South Etobicoke in Toronto. VON Canada is a national registered charity, and this is a public community care service.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Families can call VON's national toll-free line, but most of the specific programs below require a referral through Ontario Health atHome (formerly Home and Community Care Support Services) rather than a direct booking, so the fastest path is usually the regional number listed for each program.

WoodGreen delivers hot and frozen meals to seniors 55 and older and adults with disabilities who cannot prepare their own food, with a wellness check at every drop off. This is a program of a registered charity, and meals are fee based, from about $2.50 to $8.00 each depending on the type.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. A family calls WoodGreen's Central Intake line, Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., to register for Meals on Wheels, the Transportation Program, or Friendly Visiting.

A free 24/7 helpline funded by the Ontario government and United Ways that connects callers to local community services, including seniors' rides, accessible transit and volunteer driver programs near them. Community Navigators answer in over 150 languages; dial 211, or toll free 1-877-330-3213.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Dial 211 (or toll free 1-877-330-3213) any time, 24/7; a real person answers and connects you to services near you.

A Government of British Columbia program that sells a subsidized annual transit pass to low-income seniors, including those receiving the Guaranteed Income Supplement or its Allowances. The pass costs $45 for the year and works on BC Transit and TransLink services.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply online at myselfserve.gov.bc.ca/BusPass or call 1-866-866-0800, Monday to Friday 9 am to 4 pm.

A BC Transit service that gives door-to-door, shared rides in the Kelowna area for people with a permanent or temporary disability that keeps them from using regular buses on their own. Drivers help riders board and exit, picking up and dropping off at an accessible door.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Register first with the free handyDART application form, then book trips through the handyDART office at 250-762-3278.

A BC Transit program that sells half-price taxi voucher books to registered handyDART riders in Kelowna, covering 50 percent of the taxi fare for one-time trips when handyDART is not available. Riders call a participating local taxi company and pay with the vouchers.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Enroll through handyDART registration (include a passport photo with the application); the Kelowna handyDART office at 250-762-3278 handles registration.

A BC Transit service that gives door-to-door, shared rides around the Victoria region for people whose disability keeps them from using regular buses. Fares are the same as regular Victoria buses, including a senior rate on monthly passes.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the handyDART application form first (a medical verification form from a health professional can support it); once registered, book trips up to 14 days ahead at 250-727-7811, press 0, or online. To cancel, call 250-479-0004.

A BC Transit program that sells half-price taxi voucher books to registered handyDART riders in the Victoria region, covering 50 percent of the taxi fare for trips handyDART cannot serve. Riders book with a participating taxi company and pay with the vouchers.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Mail your handyPASS number, return address and a $40 cheque payable to BC Transit to the Taxi Saver Program, 520 Gorge Road East, PO Box 9861, Victoria, BC V8W 9T5; call the Taxi Saver Office at 250-995-5618 with questions.

Calgary Transit's shared ride, door-to-door bus service, a City of Calgary service for people whose disability keeps them from using regular buses and CTrains. Once registered, riders book trips by phone or online. Seniors 65 and over can also buy a reduced-price annual seniors pass for regular transit, with a lower-price low-income seniors option for those who qualify by income.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 403-537-7770 to check eligibility and request an application; a medical professional completes one section, then an in-person interview is scheduled within about 5 to 10 business days. Registered riders book trips at 403-537-7777.

The Canadian Red Cross drives seniors and adults with disabilities who cannot use public transit to medical appointments, shopping, and social outings, using cars, mid-sized vans, and accessible vehicles. Today this covers all of Toronto through the Toronto Ride coalition and the City of Burlington only. The Canadian Red Cross is a federally chartered registered charity, and this is a public community support service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. There is no single phone number across these programs. Families call the specific line: Toronto Transportation and Meals on Wheels at 416-236-3180, Burlington Transportation at 1-844-843-7331 ext 2, Burlington Meals on Wheels at 905-637-5664, or the national Friendly Calls Program at 1-833-979-9779.

Access-A-Bus, long known locally as Handi-Trans, is the Cape Breton Regional Municipality's door-to-door bus service run by Transit Cape Breton for riders whose disabilities keep them off the regular buses. It serves all communities in the CBRM and is meant for social outings, shopping, and recreation as well as medical appointments. Register once by phone, then book rides on the same line.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call the Access-A-Bus line at 902-539-4336, Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., to register and then to book rides.

CHATS' iRIDEplus program provides local and long-distance grouped drives to medical appointments, adult day programs, errands, and social outings for residents of York Region and South Simcoe, over 3500 drives a month. CHATS is a registered charity, so this is a non-profit community service, not a private ride company.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 905-713-6596 or toll-free 1-877-452-4287, or email seniorshelp@chats.on.ca; CHATS follows up for an initial visit and intake assessment before building an individualized care plan.

Brandon Access Transit is a City of Brandon service that gives door-to-door rides within Brandon to people with disabilities who cannot use the regular bus, including a call-back service for medical appointments. Trips are booked by phone with the dispatch office. Fares match regular Brandon Transit, where seniors 60 and older already pay a reduced fare.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the two application forms, both signed by your family doctor, and email them to accesstransit@brandon.ca or drop them at 723 Rosser Ave Unit A; book trips at 204-729-2437, Monday to Friday.

The City of Burlington's door-to-door Handi-Van service takes people who cannot use a regular bus anywhere in Burlington, including medical appointments and shopping. Fares are the same as the conventional bus, paid by PRESTO or cash, and adults 65 and over ride Burlington's conventional buses free with a PRESTO card.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply with the specialized transit form signed by a health care professional (reviewed within 14 days); once approved, book up to two weeks ahead at 905-639-5158 or online at hvbooking.burlington.ca.

Para Transit is the City of Fredericton's door-to-door accessible bus service for people whose disabilities keep them from riding regular Fredericton Transit buses. A separate fleet of accessible vehicles runs seven days a week, and regular riders can set up standing bookings for things like dialysis or day programs. Register through Service Fredericton, then book trips a day ahead by phone or app.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply through Service Fredericton at 506-460-2020 with the Para Transit Registration and Consent Form; once registered, call 506-460-2212 to book rides.

The City of Ottawa's shared ride public transit service for people whose disability keeps them from using regular buses, run by OC Transpo with minibuses and contracted taxis. Riders apply once, then reserve trips at least a day ahead by phone or online through My Para Transpo.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply online or with the application form on octranspo.com; once registered, book trips at 613-560-5000 (TTY via 7-1-1), online through My Para Transpo, or text 57272 with questions.

Red Deer Transit's door-to-door shared ride bus, a City of Red Deer service for trips that cannot be made on regular transit because of a physical or cognitive disability. Lift-equipped buses carry registered riders across the city, with trips booked up to 14 days ahead.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 403-309-8400 to ask about the Action Bus and request the application form, or download it from the city website; all riders must be registered clients before booking.

Regina Paratransit is a City of Regina shared ride, door-to-door bus service for people whose disability keeps them from consistently using the regular bus, including riders at risk of falling or who tire easily. Winter-only registration is available for people who manage fine in summer but not on ice and snow. Fares and passes match regular Regina Transit.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Register with the online Paratransit Application Form or call 306-777-7726 for help; once approved, book trips at 306-777-7007.

Access Transit is the City of Saskatoon's shared ride, door-to-door bus service for people whose temporary or permanent disability keeps them from using the regular bus. Lift-equipped buses run seven days a week within Saskatoon, and trips can be booked by phone up to seven days ahead. Regular Saskatoon Transit fares apply.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Register first: submit application Part A plus Part B completed by your health care practitioner, by email or mail; call 306-975-3555 with questions or to book trips once registered.

The Handy Bus is the City of Whitehorse's accessible door-to-door bus, funded with the Yukon government, for people who have difficulty riding the regular bus. It runs seven days a week on both a scheduled and casual basis, with weekend trips booked by Friday afternoon.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the application form, including the medical provider section, and drop it at City Hall or the Whitehorse Transit office at 187 Range Road; approval word comes within 15 business days, then book at 867-668-8394.

YKFlex is the City of Yellowknife's door-to-door bus service, formerly called YATS, for registered riders whose disability keeps them from using the regular bus safely. Trips run Monday to Saturday and can be booked up to seven days ahead. Registered riders and seniors 60 and older pay discounted transit fares.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the YKFlex application form, have a health care professional sign it, and submit it to the NWT Disabilities Council; once approved, book trips at (867) 873-8901, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and Saturdays.

A registered charity offering accessible van rides, volunteer drivers, and PSW-escorted medical rides for people in Durham Region who cannot use public transportation because of age or health needs. This is a non-profit community service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-888-255-6680 or fill out the online Request Service form on communitycaredurham.on.ca to book an appointment with a Central Intake Coordinator; the Adult Day Program additionally requires a separate referral from Ontario Health atHome (905-430-3308).

The City of Hamilton's accessible transit service, a shared ride, door-to-door van service for people whose disability or health condition keeps them from using regular HSR buses. The city's Accessible Transportation Services office decides who qualifies, and DARTS operates the vehicles under contract. Fares are the same as regular HSR bus fares, which include senior rates.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the ATS application form, with one section signed by a health care professional, and submit by mail, fax or email; call 905-529-1212 and press 1 for help. Once registered, book rides with DARTS at 905-529-1717.

A City of Hamilton program that sells subsidized taxi coupons to residents who qualify for DARTS accessible transit, giving them a flexible way to take taxis alongside their booked rides. Registered users carry an ATS photo ID card and show it when buying and spending the coupons.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply with the same ATS application form as DARTS, mailed to Accessible Transportation Services, c/o 71 Main St. West, Hamilton, ON L8P 4Y5; eligibility decisions take up to 14 days.

Durham Region Transit runs On Demand shared rides plus Specialized Transit, a door-to-door service for people whose disability keeps them from using the regular bus for all or part of a trip. It covers the whole region, including rural areas outside Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax and Pickering. Regular DRT fares apply, and seniors 65 and over pay a reduced fare with a PRESTO card.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply for Specialized Services with a form from durhamregiontransit.com (download or request by mail), then book trips with an agent at 1-866-247-0055 or 311.

Edmonton Transit Service's door-to-door shared ride buses, a City of Edmonton service for residents who cannot use regular buses or the LRT for some or all trips because of a physical or cognitive disability. Registered riders book trips up to 3 days ahead by phone or online and pay regular transit fares.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 780-496-4567 and choose option 3 to check eligibility and register; DATS confirms which forms to send you. Registered riders book trips at the same number, option 2, or online.

A non-profit community service that provides volunteer drivers for non-emergency medical appointments and grocery shopping trips, for older adults in and around Red Deer. This is a non-profit community service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 403-343-6074 (Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm) to ask about any program; outreach services (home maintenance, transportation) generally start with an intake appointment with an Outreach Coordinator, which can follow a referral from the person themselves, a family member, or a professional.

Access-A-Bus is Halifax Transit's shared ride, door-to-door bus service, a Halifax Regional Municipality program for people who cannot use regular transit because of a physical or cognitive disability. Apply with a form signed by a health professional, then book trips by phone up to 24 hours ahead for medical appointments, errands, and social outings. Seniors 65 and older also ride regular Halifax Transit buses and ferries free every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and after 6 p.m.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Mail the three-part application form, with one section completed by a doctor, nurse practitioner, occupational therapist, or physiotherapist, to Halifax Transit; once registered, call 902-490-6999 to book trips.

Saint John Accessible Transit provides door to door rides for people with disabilities who cannot use the regular city bus. It is run by Independence Plus Inc., a registered charity, on behalf of Saint John Transit, so this is a non-profit community service, not a private company. Attendants ride free, and rides run most days, though there is no Sunday service.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 506-648-0609 to book or cancel a ride (at least 60 minutes notice needed), or 506-643-7004 for administration questions.

A shared ride, door-to-door transit service run by the London Transit Commission, the City of London's public transit agency, for Londoners whose disability keeps them from using regular buses on a regular basis. Registered riders also receive a pass for free travel on regular buses during off peak hours.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the application form, with one section completed by a healthcare professional, and mail or drop it off at 450 Highbury Avenue North; call 519-451-1347 with questions. Once registered, book rides at 519-453-3444.

The Ontario government's renewal program that keeps drivers 80 and older safely on the road. Every 2 years you watch a short senior driver education video at home, then attend a booked appointment for a vision assessment and a 5 minute screening exercise; most drivers do not need a road test.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Wait for the renewal letter that arrives up to 90 days before the licence expires, then book online or call 1-800-396-4233 (416-235-3579 in the GTA), Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

A registered charity that has provided accessible transportation across Prince Edward Island since 1975. Wheelchair vans take people to appointments, school, work and family visits, and the service also offers stretcher transport for medical trips that are not emergencies. This is a non-profit community service, not a private company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call (902) 894-3339 to book, 7 am to 11 pm daily; after hours, leave a message at 902-388-8211.

TransHelp is the Region of Peel's shared-ride, door-to-door public transit for people whose disability keeps them from using regular buses some or all of the time. It serves Mississauga, Brampton, and Caledon, and there is no fee to apply. Seniors 65 and older also ride regular MiWay buses free with a senior PRESTO card, and Brampton Transit offers discounted senior fares.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply online through the Peel resident portal, or by mail, fax, or email; call 905-791-1015 and press 2 for application questions. Decisions come within 14 days.

Door-to-door adapted transit for Quebec City residents whose disability keeps them off the regular bus, run by the RTC transit authority as the STAC (Service de transport adapte de la Capitale). Admission is by a form your health professional helps complete, then trips are booked by phone or online. Seniors who can use the regular bus pay reduced fares with the RTC's OPUS Aine photo card instead.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Download the admission form from rtcquebec.ca or call 418 687-2641, option 2 to have it mailed; a health professional completes part of it, and the admission committee answers within 45 days. Once admitted, book trips by phone or online.

A free Ontario government permit that lets a person with a walking limitation or other qualifying condition park in accessible spaces in any vehicle they are travelling in, as driver or passenger. A doctor, nurse, physiotherapist or other listed practitioner certifies the form, then you apply online, by mail or at a ServiceOntario centre.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call ServiceOntario or visit a ServiceOntario centre; many services can also be done online at ontario.ca.

GoBus is the accessible, door-to-door transit service run by Metrobus under the St. John's Transportation Commission, a municipal public agency, for people whose disabilities keep them off regular buses. It serves St. John's and neighbouring Mount Pearl, with service seven days a week into the late evening. Apply with a form partly completed by a healthcare professional, take a short transit assessment paid for by Metrobus, then book rides by phone.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Submit the GoBus application form, with one section completed by a healthcare professional, to Accessible Transit Services at 25 Messenger Drive; a Metrobus-funded transit assessment follows, then registered riders book at (709) 368-8887.

Door-to-door adapted transit for Laval residents whose disability significantly limits their mobility, an STL (Societe de transport de Laval) service. STL reviews applications and manages rider files, and approved riders book trips through the reservation centre. Seniors 65 and over who can ride the regular bus travel free anywhere in Laval with the STL's Horizon 65+ photo OPUS card.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply through STL at 450-688-6520 or transportadapte@stl.laval.qc.ca; once admitted, reserve trips at 450-973-3111.

Weekly bus shuttles that pick seniors up at participating Laval residences and bring them to nearby shopping centres for the morning, an STL (Societe de transport de Laval) service. Four lines each run one day a week in Chomedey, Vimont, Sainte-Rose and Laval-des-Rapides, and the ride is free for seniors 65 and over with the Horizon 65+ card.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. No registration needed; board at your residence's scheduled stop, or call 450 688-6520 for schedules.

Door-to-door shared rides across the island of Montreal for people whose disability keeps them off the regular bus and metro, an STM (Societe de transport de Montreal) service. After a one-time application, riders book trips by phone or online and pay regular transit fares. Seniors 65 and over who live in the Montreal agglomeration also ride the regular STM network free with a 65+ photo OPUS card.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply with the Transport adapte admission form on stm.info, or call 514 280-8211 (option 4, customer service, Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) to get started; approved riders book trips by phone, online, or in the Mon transport adapte portal.

Door-to-door adapted transit for Gatineau residents whose disability keeps them off the regular bus, an STO (Societe de transport de l'Outaouais) service run through a contracted carrier. Admission uses a form your health professional helps complete, then trips are booked by phone or online, seven days a week. Seniors 65 and over who can use the regular bus pay reduced STO senior fares instead.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 819 773-2222, option 3, or download the eligibility form from sto.ca; a health professional completes part 2, you send it to admission.ta@sto.ca or by mail, and STO answers within 45 days. Admitted riders book trips at the same number, option 1.

The Town of Oakville's door-to-door accessible transit service for people whose disability prevents them from using the regular bus. Rides are free as of May 1, 2025, and run seven days a week using accessible vehicles and partnered taxis.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply with the specialized transit form (a health care professional signs Part B), submitted by email to mobility@oakville.ca, fax or in person; once approved, book trips at 905-337-9222 or through the On Demand app.

A TransLink service that gives door-to-door, shared rides across Metro Vancouver, including the City of Vancouver, for people who cannot use regular buses or SkyTrain without help. Drivers assist riders to and from the vehicle. Fares are the same as regular transit, with a lower concession fare for riders 65 and older.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply first with the HandyDART application form (approval takes about 10 days); call 604.953.3680 for help applying. Once registered, book trips at 604.575.6600 or toll-free 1.844.475.6600.

The City of Toronto's para-transit service, run by the TTC, giving door-to-door rides to people whose disability makes regular transit difficult. Riders apply once, then book trips online, in the app, or by phone, including same-day bookings.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply online at portal.ttc.ca or call Customer Service 416-393-4111; once registered, book trips at mywheel-trans.ttc.ca or call Reservations 416-393-4222.

Winnipeg Transit Plus is a City of Winnipeg service that gives pre-booked, door-to-door shared rides to people who cannot regularly use regular buses because of a disability. Drivers help riders between a ground floor doorway and the vehicle, and trips can be booked by phone, app, or online. Seniors 65 and older who can still ride regular buses pay a reduced seniors fare on Winnipeg Transit.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply online or with the printable form, then Winnipeg Transit may invite you to a functional assessment; call 204-986-5722 daily 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. with questions or to book trips.

WoodGreen's Transportation Program gives seniors 55 and older and adults with disabilities accessible rides to medical appointments, day programs, and group shopping within east and central Toronto. This is a program of a registered charity, with fees based on distance, starting at $7.20 for a short ride.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. A family calls WoodGreen's Central Intake line, Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., to register for Meals on Wheels, the Transportation Program, or Friendly Visiting.

York Region Transit's door-to-door, shared ride, accessible public transit service for people whose disability prevents them from using regular buses some or all of the time. Riders apply once, then book trips by phone, live chat, online, or with the On-Request app.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply with the Mobility On-Request application package on yrt.ca (a health professional completes part), or call 1-888-762-2950 (TTY 711) for help; eligibility is decided case by case.

Canada's suicide crisis helpline, funded by the Government of Canada and led by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. Call or text 9-8-8 free of charge, any hour of any day, in English or French, whether you are struggling yourself or worried about someone you love.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call or text 9-8-8 at any hour; free, confidential, and no referral needed.

Circle of Care's Bereavement Support offers free grief counselling, support groups, and art therapy for adults across Ontario grieving the death of a close family member or friend, in person, by phone, or online. This free program is run by a registered charity that is a system partner of Sinai Health, a non-profit community service.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call the main line at (416) 635-2860, or Ontario Health atHome at 1-833-515-1234 to be referred for government-funded home care.

A registered charity offering one-to-one mental health case management and support in Durham Region, including recovery and crisis planning, medication management, life skills help, and family or caregiver support. This is a community mental health service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call, email, walk in, or use the online form at cmhadurham.ca/client-intake/ to reach Community Connection Services, the intake team that assesses anyone in Durham Region and refers them into Case Management and Community Services or other CMHA Durham programs; there is no separate senior-only intake line.

A registered charity's free, drop-in grief support group, held weekly online and facilitated by a registered psychotherapist. Open to adults grieving any kind of loss, including seniors coping with the loss of a spouse, friends, or independence, and to caregivers supporting someone who is grieving.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 416-789-7957 or email info@cmhato.org to ask about any CMHA Toronto program, or self-refer straight into the Grief Support Program with its online registration form (no professional referral needed).

A registered charity running WeConnect, formerly called COPE Mental Health, a free community mental health program across Durham Region with support groups, workshops, and educational sessions for people 16 and older. This is a non-profit community service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-888-255-6680 or fill out the online Request Service form on communitycaredurham.on.ca to book an appointment with a Central Intake Coordinator; the Adult Day Program additionally requires a separate referral from Ontario Health atHome (905-430-3308).

A free 24/7 helpline funded by the Government of Ontario and Ontario Health that finds mental health, addiction and problem gambling services anywhere in the province. Staff look up local options with you and connect you to the right program.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call any time, text CONNEX to 247247, or use the live chat at connexontario.ca; no referral needed.

A Government of Canada helpline offering free counselling and crisis support to all Indigenous people across Canada, 24 hours a day, with culturally grounded Indigenous counsellors. Support is available by phone in English and French, with Cree, Ojibway and Inuktitut on request, and by online chat at hopeforwellness.ca.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-855-242-3310 at any hour, or use the online chat at hopeforwellness.ca; no referral needed.

Free one-on-one peer support from The Kidney Foundation of Canada, a registered charity. It matches people living with kidney disease, and their family members, with a trained volunteer who has lived through it themselves, for confidential support by phone.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 1-866-390-PEER (7337) to speak with a program coordinator, or complete the online request form on the peer support page.

A free stroke recovery program from March of Dimes Canada, a registered charity. An After Stroke coordinator works one-on-one with the survivor and their family, connects them to peer support and support groups, and stays with them from hospital to home and beyond. In-person teams are concentrated in Ontario, British Columbia and Atlantic Canada, with phone and online support across the rest of Canada.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call the After Stroke Support Line at 1-888-540-6666, email afterstroke@marchofdimes.ca, or complete the online form at afterstroke.ca to be matched with an After Stroke coordinator.

A free 24/7 helpline for anyone caring for a family member or friend, run by the Ontario Caregiver Organization and funded by the Government of Ontario. Callers get a listening ear plus help finding respite, support groups and community programs near them, in English and French with interpretation in 150 languages.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call the helpline any time, 24/7; live chat is open weekdays 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

A free professional listening and referral line for family caregivers, run by L'Appui pour les proches aidants, a nonprofit funded by the Government of Quebec. Trained counsellors help caregivers find respite, local services and financial aid in their region, Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., by phone or online chat.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 1 855 852-7784 or use the website chat, Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Government of Quebec's free 24-hour psychosocial help line. Dial 811 and choose option 2 to speak confidentially with a professional about worry, grief, loneliness, family conflict or a mental health concern, for yourself or someone you care for.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Dial 811, option 2, any time, from anywhere in Quebec.

A free Veterans Affairs Canada helpline that connects veterans, former RCMP members, their families and caregivers with a mental health professional at any hour, every day of the year. Callers can receive up to 20 hours of confidential counselling and do not need an existing VAC file.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-800-268-7708 any time, day or night (TDD/TTY 1-800-567-5803); no referral or VAC file needed.

A free, non-crisis York Region service for seniors 60 and older offering in-home assessments, counselling, referrals and advocacy on hard subjects like elder abuse, money worries, bereavement, family relationships and future planning. It is open to seniors across York Region, not just housing residents.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-877-464-9675 (TTY 711) to be connected with the seniors support team.

A registered charity, not a government program or a private company, that gives people with low income, including seniors, a free spot in a sports, culture or outdoor leisure activity. Families sign up in person with proof of income at a partner location in Quebec City (and in L'Ancienne-Lorette) during the September or January registration window. This charity's website is in French only.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 418 657-4821 for information, then register in person with proof of income at a partner point of service during the September or January registration window.

A non-profit community service run by Alzheimer Society Peel at three Mississauga locations (Sam McCallion Day Centre, Evelyn's Place, and Brunel Day Centre), offering supervised social and recreational activities, meals, music therapy, and dementia-trained staff for people living with dementia. Daily fees range from $21 for a standard day to $28 for the longest extended-hours option.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 905-278-3667 ext. 307 or email direct.support@alzheimerpeel.com to reach the dementia support team; no diagnosis or doctor's referral is needed, and a doctor or agency can also refer a family using the online First Link form.

A non-profit community program from the Alzheimer Society of York Region. A person with early or mid-stage dementia and their care partner attend eight weekly sessions together that mix gentle physical activity with social and cognitive stimulation.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Families call 905-726-3477 (toll-free 1-888-414-5550) or reach the general inbox at info@alzheimer-york.com. Some programs, like the D.A.Y. Centre and First Link, also take direct referrals from doctors, hospitals, and family members.

A free service from Calgary Public Library, the city's public library system, where trained volunteers choose, deliver and exchange library materials for people who cannot get to a branch because of health or mobility issues. Deliveries often come with a friendly visit, and through Libraries in Residence the library also rotates collections through care centres, lodges and seniors residences across Calgary.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 403-260-2702 to sign up for Homebound Readers; a care home's wellness or recreation coordinator can call the same number to arrange Libraries in Residence.

Trained Red Cross volunteers call people age 18 and up on a regular basis just to check in, talk, and share wellbeing resources, an easy way to feel less alone. It is free and available by phone anywhere in Canada, including every city in the GTA. The Canadian Red Cross is a federally chartered registered charity, and this is a public community support service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. There is no single phone number across these programs. Families call the specific line: Toronto Transportation and Meals on Wheels at 416-236-3180, Burlington Transportation at 1-844-843-7331 ext 2, Burlington Meals on Wheels at 905-637-5664, or the national Friendly Calls Program at 1-833-979-9779.

A registered charity that runs daytime social, fitness, arts and education programs for people 55 and older at the Central Lions Recreation Centre in Edmonton. This is a non-profit community service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 780-496-7369 or email info@centrallions.org, or visit the registration desk at the Central Lions Recreation Centre, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4pm, to sign up for a membership.

The City of Burlington runs recreation and social programs for adults 55 and over, centred on the Burlington Seniors' Centre at 2285 New Street. Options include fitness and arts programs, music, pickleball, day trips, a free bike lending program, and the Bistro Lounge serving fresh, affordable lunches on weekdays.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Register through the Live and Play portal (cityofburlington.perfectmind.com) or call 905-335-7777; a new program booklet comes out each season.

A City of Calgary program where one Fair Entry application lets lower-income Calgarians, including seniors, use city services at a reduced cost. Recreation Fee Assistance lowers the price of city pools, fitness centres, golf courses, classes and partner facilities, and the same application also covers the low-income transit pass and the Property Tax Assistance Program.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply online, by mail, or in person at a Fair Entry location (appointments can be booked online); one application a year covers all Fair Entry programs. Call 311 with questions.

The City of Charlottetown's Parks and Recreation Department publishes a seasonal program brochure with something for everyone from preschoolers to seniors, including seniors fitness classes delivered directly by the department. New brochures come out each spring and fall, and you can register online or by phone. It is a City of Charlottetown service.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Browse the seasonal Parks and Recreation program brochure on charlottetown.ca, then register online through the city's registration system or call 902-368-1025.

A City of Edmonton program that gives lower-income Edmontonians, including seniors, free or discounted entry to city recreation centres, pools and attractions, plus 75 percent off registered programs. The same application is automatically considered for the Ride Transit Program's discounted monthly bus pass. Any senior can also use the Senior Matinee Hour, $3.50 admission to city fitness centres, pools and gyms on weekdays from 11:30am to 1pm.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the combined Leisure Access and Ride Transit application and submit it with income documents by mail, at the Edmonton Service Centre, or at a city recreation centre; emailed applications are not accepted. Call 311 for help.

The Fredericton Senior Centre is owned and run by the City of Fredericton as a home base for activities and events for adults 50 and over. The city also offers free Senior Skates for 65+, seniors swims with $2.80 pool admission for 60+, free indoor walking tracks at the Grant Harvey Centre and Willie O'Ree Place, and a free Wednesday walking club from May to October.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Service Fredericton at 506-460-2020 to get started with any city program.

A daily adult day program run by the City of Hamilton at Macassa Lodge, its municipal long-term care home on the Mountain. Seniors enjoy social, recreational and physical activities in a supervised group, with a hot lunch, medication reminders and help with daily living, while family caregivers get a regular break.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Macassa Lodge at 905-546-2800 or email macassalodge@hamilton.ca to ask about joining the Adult Day Program.

A City of Hamilton program that cuts recreation costs for residents living with a low income. Approved seniors choose 75% off an annual participation or skating pass, or 50% off Waterfit passes, valid for 12 months.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply online with proof of home address and family net income, such as a Notice of Assessment; email rap@hamilton.ca or call 905-546-2424 ext. 4569 for help.

A free City of Hamilton recreation program that runs entirely over the phone, so older adults can join trivia, brain games, armchair travel and friendly chat sessions from home. Any phone works, calls average 5 to 10 people, and no special equipment is needed.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 905-526-4084 or email scww@hamilton.ca to register and get the current program schedule.

City of Hamilton seniors centres and clubs offering drop-in and registered fitness, arts and social programs for adults 55 and over. The main centres are the Ancaster Seniors Achievement Centre, Sackville Hill Seniors Recreation Centre and Flamborough Seniors Centre, with smaller seniors clubs across the city.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 905-546-3747 for the three main senior centres, or browse and register through the city's online Program Finder.

The Elder's Qammaq is a City of Iqaluit drop-in centre where Elders gather to socialize, join organized activities, and mark special events. Afternoons bring a cooking club, workshops, and arts and crafts, in a recently renovated space run by the city's Recreation Department.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Recreation Reception at (867) 979-5611 or email recreation@iqaluit.ca; elders can simply drop in on weekday afternoons.

A City of Kelowna program that gives residents with low incomes, including seniors, a credit toward a Parkinson Recreation Centre pass or city recreation programs, such as the Move for your Health exercise classes for people with chronic health conditions. Separately, the city offers a reduced rate on admission and fitness classes for customers 65 and older who show a Pharmacare card.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Email accesstorecreation@kelowna.ca to apply; assessment takes up to two weeks. Questions: 250-469-8759, or visit the Access to Recreation Office in Parkinson Recreation Centre (Tuesday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.).

A City of London adult day program at the Dearness Home, the city's own long-term care home. It runs Monday to Friday for seniors coping with frailty, disability or chronic illness, and the program fee covers help with personal care, all recreation and a three course lunch, with rides to and from the program available for an extra fee.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call the City of London at 519-661-2489 (or 3-1-1 inside London) and ask for the Dearness Home Adult Day Program to check space availability and current fees.

A City of London subsidy that lowers or fully covers recreation costs for residents in financial need, including seniors' centre memberships and program fees. Support can reach 100% of the cost depending on family income.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 519-661-5575 to apply; you will need documents showing your family income.

City of London seniors centres offering fitness, arts and social programs for older adults at the Kiwanis and Hamilton Road seniors' community centres, plus nine smaller satellite locations for adults 55 and over across the city. Yearly memberships keep costs low, and a fee subsidy is available if money is tight.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call the Kiwanis Seniors' Community Centre at 519-661-5740 or the Hamilton Road centre at 519-661-5758, or register online through the Play Your Way portal or by calling 519-661-5575.

The City of Moncton runs a full slate of low-cost activities for older adults, including a monthly Seniors Social, free daily walking sessions at the Crossman Community Centre and Moncton Coliseum, tai chi, shuffleboard, seniors aquafit for $3, and skating by donation. A monthly Seniors in the City calendar pulls everything together, and seniors 65 and older also ride Codiac Transpo buses free every Wednesday. It is a City of Moncton service, with most activities drop-in.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Most activities are drop-in at city facilities; call 506-853-3333 or check the monthly Seniors in the City calendar on moncton.ca for times and locations.

Free monthly home delivery of books and other library materials from Oshawa Public Libraries, the City of Oshawa's library system, for residents who cannot visit a branch. Staff build a personalized selection each month and deliver to homes, long-term care centres and retirement residences.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call (905) 579-6111 ext. 5267 or complete the Visiting Library Services application form online or at any branch.

Adult Day Programs at the City of Ottawa's Carleton Lodge and Centre d'accueil Champlain long term care homes give seniors living with dementia or other barriers a welcoming place to spend the day with activities and social time, and give family caregivers a regular break.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply through Ontario Health atHome for the Champlain region by calling 310-2222, no area code needed.

A City of Ottawa subsidy that gives each qualifying resident $185 a year toward recreation and culture programs, so cost does not keep seniors from fitness classes, swimming or social programs. Seniors who receive the Guaranteed Income Supplement qualify, along with several other routes.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Fill out the Hand in Hand application, online or at any staffed recreation facility, and bring it to your local recreation or cultural facility; call 3-1-1 with questions.

The City of Pickering runs low-cost recreation and social programming just for adults 55 and over: group fitness, free Spotlight seminars, club activities like euchre and tai chi, band nights and an annual Aging Well information fair. Adults over 65 get half off memberships at the Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Register online at pickering.ca/active, or call the 55+ recreation coordinator at 905-420-4660 ext. 6104.

A City of Red Deer program that helps residents facing financial challenges, including seniors on a low income, use city recreation facilities and programs. Approved members get a Recreation Pass Card for drop-in visits and up to $200 a year toward program registrations, and they also qualify for the city's $34 a month Transit Fare Assistance bus pass.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Bring your qualifying documents, government ID and proof of residence to customer service at the Collicutt Centre, G.H. Dawe Community Centre, Don Moore Recreation Centre or Michener Aquatic Centre for same-day enrollment, or apply online with your CRA Notice of Assessment; call 403-309-8411 or email feeassistance@reddeer.ca.

A City of Regina program that cuts the cost of staying active for residents with low incomes, including seniors. Approval brings 50 percent off single admissions, 80 percent off leisure passes and registered classes, and a 20 percent discount on adult transit passes.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Send the application form and income verification to affordableaccess@regina.ca or drop it off at the North West Leisure Centre, Sportplex, or Sandra Schmirler Leisure Centre; approval lasts to the end of the year and you re-apply annually.

A City of Saskatoon program that lets residents with low incomes, including seniors, use city leisure centres free of charge. An approved Leisure Access Card gives unlimited entry to drop-in programs plus one registered recreation program each year, and the same application can also unlock a discounted low income bus pass.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply online or with a paper form from any indoor leisure centre, attaching last year's CRA Notice of Assessment and proof of your Saskatoon address; decisions come by email in three to six weeks.

The City of St. John's runs a year-round lineup for adults 50 and over: Active for Life fall prevention fitness, Social Time afternoons at rec centres, Lifelong Learners courses, and summer bus tours around the Avalon Peninsula with lunch and admission included. A Seniors in the Community stream brings gentle fitness and games right into seniors' apartment buildings so transportation is not a barrier. Register online through RECconnect or by phone.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Each program has its own line: 709-576-8251 for the seniors tax reduction, 709-576-8594 for seniors programs and bus tours, 709-576-8684 for the recreation subsidy.

This City of St. John's program pays part or all of the cost of city recreation programs for residents who could not otherwise afford them, including older adults on fixed incomes. Support is based on income using Statistics Canada's low income cut-off. Apply any time with proof of residency and your CRA Notice of Assessment; decisions take 7 to 10 business days.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Each program has its own line: 709-576-8251 for the seniors tax reduction, 709-576-8594 for seniors programs and bus tours, 709-576-8684 for the recreation subsidy.

A City of Toronto service offering seniors a safe, social day out with activities, meals and wellness programming, Monday to Friday. It supports seniors who are frail, living with memory loss or socially isolated, and gives family caregivers a regular break.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call the location nearest you: Bendale Acres in Scarborough 416-397-7020, Cummer Lodge in North York 416-392-9502, Kipling Acres in Etobicoke 416-392-2299. A program agreement is signed before the first day.

A Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation program, run with Vancouver Coastal Health, where professional artists lead weekly arts workshops for seniors and Elders at community sites across the city. Groups dance, sing, write, paint and weave together for about 30 weeks between October and June, with a year-end showcase of their work.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call the Park Board's community arts programmer at 604-404-8273 or email info@artsandhealth.ca to find a participating site near you.

A City of Vancouver program that gives low-income residents, including seniors, free or reduced-cost access to Park Board pools, ice rinks, fitness centres and community centre programs. Passes issued in 2026 are valid for 3 years.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Fill out the self-refer application form from the program page and submit it with proof of income; questions go to lap@vancouver.ca, or phone the city at 3-1-1.

A City of Victoria program that gives residents with low incomes, including seniors, a free two year pass with unlimited drop-ins at Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre, free public skating at Save-On-Foods Memorial Arena, and 52 drop-in visits a year at partner recreation centres around the region. Pass holders also get a program credit and can buy an annual Regional Recreation Pass at half price.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Submit the L.I.F.E. application form with proof of residency (a recent bill or rental agreement) and your CRA Notice of Assessment; applications go through Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre, 250.361.0732.

A City of Winnipeg library service that brings books, audiobooks, large print, movies, and magazines each month to Winnipeggers who cannot get to a branch because of long-term illness or disability. Staff learn your tastes and pick titles for you. A companion Selection Service at 204-986-6489 chooses audiobooks and large print for pickup at any branch.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call the Home Service Coordinator at 204-986-2738 at the Millennium Library to get started.

A City of Winnipeg program that helps residents with low incomes stay active at city recreation centres. Approved adults, including seniors, get a free pass for city pools and fitness centres plus a 300 dollar yearly credit for registered programs like aquafit and skating.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Send the application form and proof of income to RecFeeAssist@winnipeg.ca, or drop it off at 395 Main St. or any indoor pool or fitness centre; call 311 with questions.

A City of Yellowknife program that gives residents with low incomes, including seniors, free city transit and free drop-in recreation. Approved households get a three-year pass covering YKTransit, YKFlex, and public drop-in activities at the ATCO Aquatic Centre, Multiplex, and Fieldhouse.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Drop the application form and your GNWT Income Assistance report or CRA Notice of Assessment at City Hall, or email it; call (867) 920-5686 with questions.

A registered charity that matches Durham Region seniors and adults with disabilities to a volunteer for regular, friendly social visits, usually about once a week. This is a free non-profit community service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-888-255-6680 or fill out the online Request Service form on communitycaredurham.on.ca to book an appointment with a Central Intake Coordinator; the Adult Day Program additionally requires a separate referral from Ontario Health atHome (905-430-3308).

Cook Street Village Activity Centre Society, known as New Horizons, is a registered charity offering social, educational, wellness and recreational programs for adults 50 and better in Victoria's Cook Street Village. A non-profit community service, not a privately vetted company, it also runs free Cycling Without Age trishaw bike rides for members who cannot get out and about on their own.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call (250) 384-6542, email executivedir@csvac.ca, or visit the centre at 1-380 Cook Street, Victoria.

The Region of Durham runs supervised day programs for older adults at Hillsdale Estates in Oshawa, Lakeview Manor in Beaverton and Lakeridge Health Port Perry, with the Hillsdale program built for people living with dementia. Days include activities, exercise, a hot lunch and snacks, and give family caregivers a regular break.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Referrals go through Ontario Health atHome at 1-800-263-3877; for program questions call Hillsdale Estates at 905-579-1777 ext. 6318.

A free service from Edmonton Public Library, the city's public library system, for people who cannot visit a branch for three months or more because of disability, illness or age. Library staff help pick out books, large print, DAISY and audio materials and deliver them right to the door, with longer loan periods, and EPL also serves extended care facilities and seniors lodges.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 780-496-7000 or contact your local branch to register; a friend or family member can also pick up chosen materials for you.

A registered charity and long-running seniors resource centre in Red Deer, running clubs, classes and social activities for older adults, including cards and games, fitness, music and community dining. This is a non-profit community service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 403-343-6074 (Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm) to ask about any program; outreach services (home maintenance, transportation) generally start with an intake appointment with an Outreach Coordinator, which can follow a referral from the person themselves, a family member, or a professional.

Home Delivery is a free service from Halifax Public Libraries, the Halifax Regional Municipality's library system. If a disability, long-term illness, or caregiving duties keep you from getting to a branch, library staff or volunteers bring books, audiobooks, and other items to your door every three weeks, and can even pick titles based on your interests. People outside the delivery areas are signed up for Borrow by Mail instead, and nobody pays late fees.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Sign up online at halifaxpubliclibraries.ca, email hd@halifaxlibrary.ca, or call (902) 490-5725; no medical note is needed.

The Recreation Access Program is a Halifax Regional Municipality subsidy that covers 25, 50, or 100 percent of the cost of city recreation programs and rec centre memberships for residents in financial need, including older adults. Since January 2026 it also covers one-month memberships at the big multi-district facilities like the Canada Games Centre and Zatzman Sportsplex. Apply with proof of income before you pay for a program.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 311 (1-800-835-6428 outside Halifax) or send one Affordable Access Program application by email to AffordableAccess@halifax.ca, by mail, or in person at a municipal recreation centre or customer contact centre.

Halton Region runs three accredited adult day programs for older adults living with frail health, physical disability or dementia, with therapeutic activities, social time, personal care help and lunch. The sites are Silver Creek Place in Georgetown plus Milton Place and Friends Landing in Milton, and they serve families from across Halton, including Oakville and Burlington.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call the Central Registry at 905-281-4443 (centralregistry.ca) to start; Ontario Health atHome clients can ask their care coordinator for a referral.

A free Hamilton Public Library service, part of the City of Hamilton's library system, that mails books and other library materials to residents who cannot get to a branch. Staff pick items to match your interests, and returns go back in a postage paid envelope or with a family member at any branch.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply online or with a printable form from any branch; call 905-546-3200 x 3222 or email HLS@hpl.ca, and expect 4 to 6 weeks to the first delivery.

James Bay New Horizons is a not for profit society, started in 1974, that runs drop-in classes and social events for seniors from its centre in Victoria's James Bay neighbourhood, including a garden and beekeeping project and an Out to Lunch group that visits local restaurants. A non-profit community service, not a private company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 250-386-3035 or visit 234 Menzies Street in Victoria, Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

A free London Public Library service, part of the City of London's library system, that brings library materials to residents who cannot get to a branch. Staff choose items to match your interests and deliver them to your home or long-term care residence each month, or send them to any branch for a family member or friend to pick up.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the VLS application form online or at any branch; call 519-661-6444 (Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm) or email visiting.library@lpl.ca.

Free home delivery of library books, films and other items for people 65 and over or with limited mobility, a Ville de Montreal public library service (Bibliotheques de Montreal). Available in several boroughs; each borough library registers its own readers, so call 311 or check the city page to find the service in your area.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 311 (514 872-0311 from outside Montreal) or use the steps page at montreal.ca to find your borough library's home delivery contact and register; a library card is needed and can be set up at registration.

More than 400 local centre programs funded by the Ontario government where older adults join fitness classes, arts and culture programs, book clubs, social groups and lifelong learning, in person, online or by phone. Ontario has funded these centres for 60 years.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Use the online map to find the centre nearest you, then call that centre directly to join; the ministry's Seniors' INFOline at 1-888-910-1999 can also help you find one.

A Government of New Brunswick service where seniors spend the day in a group setting with planned social and recreational activities, meals, and gentle health monitoring, which also gives family caregivers a break. Access is arranged through a Social Development long-term care service plan.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Social Development at 1-833-733-7835; day activity services are added to a senior's long-term care service plan.

Government of Nova Scotia day programs, arranged through Nova Scotia Health Continuing Care, where seniors spend the day in a supervised group with activities and company. They also give family caregivers regular daytime relief.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Continuing Care at 1-800-225-7225 to ask about adult day programs in your area.

The Okanagan Mission Seniors Society is a non-profit community service that runs social programs, including painting, singing and pot lucks, for older adults at the Sarsons Activity Centre on the Kelowna waterfront. It partners with the City of Kelowna, which uses the same building for evening and weekend programs.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 250-763-2781, email okmissionseniors@gmail.com, or visit the Sarsons Activity Centre at 4398 Hobson Road, Kelowna.

A public program coordinated by Ontario Health atHome, Ontario's public home and community care agency. Adult day programs offer recreational and social activities, meals, personal care, and basic health care in a small group community setting, giving older adults social connection and giving family caregivers a break.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-833-515-1234, available 7 days a week 365 days a year, and the call is automatically routed to the nearest local office; anyone, including the person themselves, a family member, or a doctor, can start a referral.

The Parkinson Senior Society is a registered charity that runs drop-in fitness, arts, games and computer classes for adults 50 and active at the Parkinson Activity Centre in Kelowna. The centre takes its name from its street, Parkinson Way, and has no connection to Parkinson's disease. A non-profit community service, not a private company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 250-762-4108 or visit the Parkinson Activity Centre at 1700 Parkinson Way, Kelowna.

Government of Prince Edward Island day programs where seniors enjoy games, crafts, exercise, and company in a safe, supervised setting, with a hot lunch and snacks included. Locations run across the Island, including a French program in Abram Village, and caregivers get a real break.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Contact the Home Care office in your area to be assessed (Charlottetown (902) 368-4790, Summerside (902) 888-8440, Montague (902) 838-0786, Souris (902) 687-7096, O'Leary (902) 859-8730); you arrange your own transportation.

A Regina Public Library service, part of the city's public library system, for people who cannot get to a branch for three months or more because of age, illness, or disability. Library staff pick books and other items to match your tastes and have them delivered right to your home. Residents of Regina care facilities and seniors' care homes can use it too.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Accessibility Services at 306.777.6048 or email accessibilityservices@reginalibrary.ca to enroll.

A Region of Peel program that gives frail seniors and adults living with dementia or chronic illness a welcoming place to spend the day, with activities, meals, and personal care at all five Peel long term care centres. It also gives family caregivers a regular daytime break. A free virtual program is available for those who cannot attend in person.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply through Ontario Health atHome: call 310-2222 (or 1-877-336-9090 for Mississauga Halton, 1-888-733-1177 for Central West) and a Peel Adult Day Services coordinator will follow up.

The Rutland Senior Centre Society is a registered charity offering recreation and social programs for adults 50 and older at the Rutland Activity Centre in Kelowna, including badminton, pickleball, carpet bowling, cards, line dancing and fitness classes. A non-profit community service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call (250)765-3723, email rsac@telus.net, or visit 765 Dodd Road, Kelowna.

A registered charity where seniors can drop in to play board games and socialize, join day trips, hear speakers on topics like fraud awareness and nutrition, and get information and referral on housing, home care, recreation and finances. This is a non-profit community service, not a private company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 1-506-633-8781 or drop in at Brunswick Square, 3rd Level, 39 King Street, Saint John.

A Saskatoon Public Library service, part of the city's public library system, that gets books and other materials to Saskatoon residents who cannot come to a branch because of age, disability, or extended illness. Items can be delivered to your home or sent to your nearest branch for easy pickup. The same team runs a talking book service for people with print disabilities and lends DAISY audiobook players to try at home.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Accessibility Services at 306.975.7565 or email access@saskatoonlibrary.ca and complete the short loan application form.

St. John Ambulance, one of Canada's oldest registered charities, sends volunteer handlers and their gentle, screened dogs into seniors residences, care facilities, and hospitals for regular visits that ease loneliness and lift spirits. Over 2,500 dog teams volunteer across Canada, and there is one national online form to request visits for a facility or event. This is a charity program, not a government service and not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. A seniors residence, care facility, or event organizer requests visits through the national online request form linked from the Therapy Dog Program page, or calls 1-800-989-3787; visits are then arranged with the local volunteer dog teams.

A registered charity that runs a seniors centre in Fredericton with arts and theatre, fitness activities, card and game groups, nutrition education and social events for people aged 50 and up. It works on a membership basis. This is a non-profit community service, not a private company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 506-450-7849, Monday to Friday 9 am to 4 pm, or visit 15 Saunders Street, Fredericton.

A free City of Toronto library service that delivers up to 20 books, audiobooks, magazines, CDs and DVDs to your door every month. It is for Toronto residents who cannot get to a library for three months or longer because of age, illness, mobility or disability, and staff pick items to match your reading interests.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 416-395-5557 or email hls@tpl.ca; library staff confirm eligibility and set up the monthly delivery day.

The Town of Ajax runs recreation, fitness and social programs for adults 55 and over, including Seniors Centre Without Walls, a free program of activities you can join from home by phone or Zoom. There are also social lunches, a free indoor walking program from November to March, dances and wellness fairs.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 365-282-6025 or email 55plus@ajax.ca; register for programs through the town's recreation guide at ajax.ca/55plus.

Ajax Public Library, the Town of Ajax's library system, delivers books, large print, magazines, audiobooks and DAISY talking books each month to residents who cannot visit a branch because of illness, injury or disability. Long-term, winter seasonal and temporary service options are available.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Complete the Visiting Library Service application and email it to libraryinfo@ajaxlibrary.ca or drop it at any branch; call 905-683-4000 ext. 8850 with questions.

The Town of Oakville runs six older adult centres, including Sir John Colborne, Trafalgar Park and Sixteen Mile, with social, recreational, health and wellness programs for residents 50 and over. An annual membership of about $60 covers drop-in programs, costs less at 80, and is free from age 90.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Buy a membership and register online, in person at any centre, or by calling 905-815-2000.

Oakville Public Library, the Town of Oakville's library system, mails library materials free of charge to residents who cannot come into a branch. Qualifying customers can receive up to two packages of two items each month, with return postage covered.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Email oplbymail@oakville.ca or call your local branch (Central Branch 905-815-2042) to find out if you qualify and get set up.

The Town of Whitby runs recreation, fitness, clubs and social programs for adults 55 and over, including the Mingles Café where older adults can drop in for refreshments and company on weekday mornings. Staff can also point families to town services like the snow clearing program and tax clinic.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 905-668-1424 or email 55plus@whitby.ca; program registration is online through the town's recreation system.

Whitby Public Library, the Town of Whitby's library system, delivers books and other materials to residents who cannot get to a branch because of illness, disability or other circumstances. Staff choose items to match your tastes and volunteers deliver on a regular schedule.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply with the Patron Application Form on the library website, or call the Central Library at 905-668-6531.

Free delivery of library books and other documents to your home for library subscribers aged 70 and over or with reduced mobility, a Ville de Gatineau municipal library service (livraison de documents a domicile). Call the library to sign up and materials come to your door at no charge.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call the Bibliotheque municipale de Gatineau at 819-595-7460 or use the contact form on gatineau.ca to register for home delivery.

Free delivery of library books and other items to your home, five times a year, for people with reduced mobility or loss of autonomy and for family caregivers, a Ville de Laval public library service (Bibliotheques de Laval, Pret a domicile). Register through your neighbourhood library in person or by phone, or by emailing bibliomobile@laval.ca.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 311 (450 978-8000 from outside Laval) or use the Mon dossier portal on laval.ca; the 65+ subsidy is applied for online or by mail, and the library home delivery is arranged through your neighbourhood library.

Free spots in sports, culture and leisure activities for Montrealers with a modest income, seniors included, a Ville de Montreal program run with local community groups (Acces-Loisirs). You sign up in person during registration periods held each season in 14 participating boroughs.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 311 (514 872-0311 from outside Montreal) or email acces-loisirs@montreal.ca, then register in person at your borough's posted registration dates.

Free home delivery of books, films and other library items for subscribers 75 and over or with reduced mobility, a Ville de Quebec public library service (Bibliotheque de Quebec, called Bibliomobile). A security-checked volunteer from your neighbourhood borrows the items, brings them to your home and returns them, and it works from every library in the network.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Fill in the Bibliomobile form on bibliothequedequebec.qc.ca, or call 418 641-6789 or your neighbourhood library to register; a security-checked volunteer from your sector then brings library items to your door.

Seniors Lunch Bunch brings older adults together for a hot meal and social activities like music, games, or a guest speaker, three days a week at three Mississauga locations. VON Canada is a national registered charity, and this is a public community care service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Families can call VON's national toll-free line, but most of the specific programs below require a referral through Ontario Health atHome (formerly Home and Community Care Support Services) rather than a direct booking, so the fastest path is usually the regional number listed for each program.

A Vancouver Public Library service, run by the city's own library staff, that delivers books and other library materials to the door of Vancouver residents who cannot get to a branch because of illness, injury or disability. Deliveries come every 4 weeks, and a special audiobook collection is available for people who cannot read regular print.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Fill out the Accessible Services registration form and email it to accessible@vpl.ca or bring it to any branch; call 604.331.4100 with questions.

WoodGreen's Friendly Visiting program sends trained volunteers for in person social visits and wellness checks to seniors 55 and older and adults with disabilities who are experiencing social isolation. This is a free program run by a registered charity, available year round in Toronto.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. A family calls WoodGreen's Central Intake line, Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., to register for Meals on Wheels, the Transportation Program, or Friendly Visiting.

York Region runs adult day programs at the Maple Health Centre in Vaughan and in Keswick, where seniors enjoy activities, social time, and a nutritious daily lunch, with dedicated programs for people living with aphasia or an acquired brain injury. Fees apply and subsidies are available for qualified participants.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Referral goes through Ontario Health atHome at 1-888-470-2222; for program information call 1-877-464-9675 ext. 76079.

A specialty community legal clinic funded through Legal Aid Ontario that serves low-income seniors, the first of its kind in Canada. Its lawyers give free advice and representation on elder abuse, health care consent, powers of attorney, home care, retirement home and long-term care problems. Direct casework focuses on the Greater Toronto Area; callers elsewhere in Ontario get information and referrals.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call the intake line on Monday, Wednesday or Friday, 9 a.m. to noon or 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.; intake is by phone only.

The Government of Alberta's front door to more than 30 programs and 120 services, including all of the seniors financial assistance programs. One call connects seniors and family caregivers to benefits and local offices, and staff can also explain the automatic 25 percent seniors discount on registry services such as driver's licence renewals.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 1-877-644-9992 (780-644-9992 in Edmonton), Monday to Friday 7:30 am to 8 pm, or visit a local Alberta Supports office.

A Government of Alberta program that pays your residential property taxes for you through a low-interest home equity loan, repaid when the home is sold. Homeowners 65 and over with at least 25 percent equity in their home can apply.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply with the loan application form and submit online at seniors.alberta.ca/submit-documents, by fax or by mail; call 1-877-644-9992 for help.

A monthly Government of Alberta benefit that tops up income for seniors 65 and over with lower incomes. One Seniors Financial Assistance application, which you can file up to a year before your 65th birthday, also connects you to Alberta's other seniors benefits.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply online at sfa.alberta.ca, by printed form, or call 1-877-644-9992 to have one mailed.

A Government of Alberta benefit that gives low-income seniors a lump sum, up to $5,872 in a benefit year, toward items like appliances, a bed, some medical equipment and prescription co-payments. You send in receipts or estimates and the province pays its share.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply for Seniors Financial Assistance first, then submit receipts or estimates through your MyAlberta Seniors account, by upload, fax or mail.

A Government of Alberta benefit that helps low-income seniors pay the monthly accommodation charge in a continuing care home, while leaving at least $373 a month for personal costs. It arrives combined with the Alberta Seniors Benefit in one monthly payment.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Covered by the same Seniors Financial Assistance application at sfa.alberta.ca; call 1-877-644-9992 with questions.

A Government of British Columbia grant that lowers the annual property tax bill on your principal home, with a higher grant amount for owners aged 65 and over. You apply again each year after your tax notice arrives.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply each year online or by phone at 1-888-355-2700 once you get your property tax notice.

A BC Housing program that pays monthly cash toward rent for British Columbians aged 60 and over whose rent takes more than 30 percent of their income. The province funds it so lower-income seniors can stay in their own rental homes.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Download the application from BC Housing or call 1-800-257-7756; submit by online upload, mail, fax or in person.

An independent office of the BC provincial government that watches over seniors services and runs a toll-free information line. Senior service specialists help seniors and family caregivers find the right programs and work through problems with health care, housing, income and transportation.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 1-877-952-3181, Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

An automatic monthly top-up from the Government of British Columbia for low-income seniors who receive Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement. There is no application; payments start on their own about a month after your federal benefits begin.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. No application needed; payment is automatic for eligible seniors. Call 1-866-866-0800 with questions.

A Government of British Columbia loan program that lets homeowners aged 55 and over put off paying their annual property taxes until the home is sold or transferred. The province pays the tax bill for you and charges low interest on the balance.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply and renew online through eTaxBC; call 1-888-355-2700 for help.

The Cape Breton Regional Municipality takes up to $300 a year off the property tax bill for lower-income homeowners, including many seniors on fixed incomes. If the home is your primary residence and your household income is under $40,800, you can apply with a short sworn form each tax year. Call 311 to have the form mailed or emailed to you.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Pick up or request the application form by calling 311, complete and swear it, and return it to the Citizen Service Centre at City Hall, 320 Esplanade, Sydney, before the yearly deadline.

A City of Burlington program that takes $575 off the property tax bill for senior homeowners with low incomes. Seniors 65 and over receiving the Guaranteed Income Supplement qualify, as do homeowners receiving ODSP, if they have owned and lived in their Burlington home for at least a year.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply online, by email to propertytaxprograms@burlington.ca, or in person at City Hall by December 31; reapply each year (2026 applications are open now).

A City of Calgary program that gives lower-income homeowners, including many seniors, a credit for the year-over-year increase on their property tax bill. It runs through the same Fair Entry application as other city subsidies, and is separate from the Alberta government's Seniors Property Tax Deferral loan.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply through Fair Entry between June 1 and December 31; call 311 (403-268-2489 from outside Calgary) with questions. Processing takes about 4 to 6 weeks.

A City of Hamilton rebate that takes $241 off the yearly property tax bill of low income homeowners aged 65 and over, plus an extra $175 Seniors Utility Rebate if the home has a metered water account. Once approved, you stay enrolled each year without reapplying.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the Seniors Tax Rebate application and submit it in person at City Hall or a Municipal Service Centre, or by mail, by the last business day of February of the following year; emailed applications are no longer accepted. Call 905-546-2489 with questions.

City of Hamilton programs that let low income seniors and people on disability benefits put off paying property tax until the home is sold. You can defer just the yearly tax increase with no interest, or defer the full tax bill with interest and an application fee. The city also accepts compassionate appeals for tax relief in cases of extreme sickness or poverty.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the deferral application and submit it by mail or in person at City Hall or a Municipal Service Centre; a new application is required each year. Call 905-546-2489 with questions.

A City of Oshawa grant that lowers the property tax bill for senior homeowners with low incomes. If you are 65 or older, receive the Guaranteed Income Supplement and have owned and lived in your Oshawa home for at least a year, the grant is credited straight to your tax account. Homeowners receiving ODSP also qualify.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply between January 1 and April 30 each year, online or in person at Taxation Services, Oshawa City Hall, 50 Centre St. S.

A City of Ottawa program that pays for essentials low income residents cannot afford, including urgent dental care, dentures, eye exams and glasses, part of the cost of assistive devices, bathroom aids, surgical supplies, and help with rent or utility arrears. A case worker assesses eligibility in a phone or in-person interview.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 3-1-1 Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., press 1 for English then 4 for Community and Social Services.

A City of Ottawa program that lets low income seniors and people with disabilities put off paying all or part of their property taxes until the home is sold, with a matching deferral program for water bills. For 2026 the home must be assessed under $498,000 and gross household income under about $59,400; deferred amounts carry 5 percent yearly interest.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply online, email taxdeferralprogram@ottawa.ca, or call Revenue Services at 613-580-2444 (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.); renewals are due by September 30 each year.

A City of Pickering grant of $620 in 2026 that is credited to the property tax account of senior homeowners with low incomes, offsetting the final September tax instalment. The city also runs a companion tax deferral program for the same group.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply by August 19 each year with the online form (FIN 1701) plus supporting documents, or by mail or drop-off at Pickering City Hall; reapply annually.

A City of Regina program for low income households that include a senior or a person with a disability. One application covers two kinds of help: deferring 600 or 1,200 dollars of municipal property tax, or the yearly increase, until the home is sold, plus monthly rebates of roughly 25 dollars on water and 4.50 dollars on waste bills, doubled for very low incomes.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Send the affordability application form with your CRA Notice of Assessment and ID to APRSprograms@regina.ca or apply in person at City Hall or a leisure centre; tax deferral applications for 2026 close August 1.

A City of Saskatoon program that lets homeowners 65 and older with low incomes put off paying some or all of the city and library portion of their property taxes so rising bills do not push them out of their home. One option simply freezes the yearly amount, and the deferred taxes are repaid only when the home is sold or transferred.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply fresh each year by October 31 using the current application form, available at City Hall, leisure centres, and libraries or mailed on request; call 306-975-2400 for help.

The City of St. John's reduces the property tax bill for lower-income senior homeowners. You qualify if you are 65 or older and receive the federal Guaranteed Income Supplement, or 60 to 64 and receive the Allowance for the Survivor, and the home is registered in your name as your main residence. Apply to the city with a confirmation letter from Service Canada.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the Senior Citizens Tax Reduction Application and include a Government of Canada letter confirming GIS or Allowance for the Survivor (request one at 1-800-277-9914); questions to 709-576-8251.

A City of Toronto fund that pays for health items low-income residents cannot afford, including eyeglasses and eye exams, emergency dental work and dentures, prescription medications, walkers, hearing aids and hospital beds. It serves people who are not on Ontario Works or ODSP, regardless of immigration status.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 416-338-8888 and select option 3. Apply before paying for the item, because purchases made first may not be reimbursed.

A City of Toronto program that cancels or defers property tax increases and rebates part of water and garbage bills for low-income seniors and low-income people with disabilities who own their home. Applications for the 2026 tax year are open until November 2, 2026.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply online each year (the CRA verifies income automatically) or send a paper form by mail; call 311 with questions.

A City of Whitehorse rebate that pays seniors back for city utility bills. Residents 65 and older, and qualifying surviving spouses, can get up to 500 dollars a year back on water, sewer, and curbside collection fees for their home.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply with the city's rebate form at City Hall, 2121 Second Avenue, during the annual application window; processing takes two to three weeks, and 867-667-6401 can confirm current dates and amounts.

A City of Yellowknife rebate of up to 2,000 dollars a year on property tax for homeowners who are 65 or older, or living with a disability, and who own and live in the home. You apply each year with the city's Tax Relief Form, and rebates are not granted for past years.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Download the Tax Relief Form from yellowknife.ca or pick one up at City Hall, attach the supporting documents, and submit annually; call 867-920-5600 weekdays 8 to 4:30.

A free Government of Canada online tool that asks a few quick questions and builds a personal list of federal benefits, with filters for seniors and retirees aged 60 and over and for caregivers. It needs no account or personal identifying information, and it links to your province's own benefits page too.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Use the tool online at benefitsfinder.services.gc.ca; for general help with federal programs call 1 800 O-Canada at 1-800-622-6232.

Canada Revenue Agency credits that cut the tax bill for seniors and the relatives who support them, all claimed on the yearly tax return. They include the age amount for people 65 and older, pension income splitting with a spouse, the medical expense credit that covers attendant care and many home health costs, the Canada Caregiver Credit, the Home Accessibility Tax Credit for up to $20,000 a year of safety renovations, and the Multigenerational Home Renovation Tax Credit, which refunds 14.5% of up to $50,000 spent adding a secondary suite for a senior.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Claim these credits when filing the yearly income tax return, or ask a tax preparer or free tax clinic to check each one; call the CRA with questions.

A Government of Canada tax credit that lowers income tax for people with a severe, long-term impairment, or for the family member who supports them. Long-term conditions that affect everyday life, such as dementia, may qualify. Once approved, the credit can be claimed for past years going back up to 10 years, which can mean a large refund.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply using the CRA's digital DTC application or Form T2201 by mail; a medical practitioner completes the medical part, then the credit is claimed at tax time.

A tax-free Government of Canada payment every three months for people with low and modest incomes, which replaced the GST/HST credit in July 2026 with a 25% higher amount. There is no application; filing your tax return each year, even with no income, automatically signs you up if you qualify.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. File a tax return every year to be enrolled automatically; call 1-800-387-1193 with payment questions.

Free tax clinics supported by the Canada Revenue Agency, where trained community volunteers complete tax returns for people with a modest income and a simple tax situation. Filing every year is what keeps benefits like the Guaranteed Income Supplement flowing, so these clinics matter even when no tax is owed. In Quebec the program runs jointly with Revenu Quebec as the Income Tax Assistance volunteer program.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Find a nearby clinic with the Find a free tax clinic directory on canada.ca; clinic types and dates vary by community organization.

If the property tax bill is a struggle, Halifax Regional Municipality can pay part of it for you. This municipal program gives homeowners with a household income of $59,000 or less a rebate, and lets you defer the rest of the bill or switch to smaller monthly payments. The same Affordable Access application can also get you 50 percent off a monthly transit pass.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 311 (1-800-835-6428 outside Halifax) or send one Affordable Access Program application by email to AffordableAccess@halifax.ca, by mail, or in person at a municipal recreation centre or customer contact centre.

A Halton Region program that lets older homeowners with modest incomes put off paying their full annual property taxes, interest free, as a loan repaid when the home is sold. It applies across Halton, including Milton and Halton Hills, and is handled by each local tax office.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply before September 30 with a recent Notice of Assessment at your local tax office: Oakville 905-845-6601, Burlington 905-335-7750; one-time $200 administration fee if approved.

Ontario's provincial legal aid agency gives people with low incomes free legal help, including certificates that pay for a lawyer, duty counsel at court and a province-wide network of community legal clinics. One call checks what you qualify for, with service in over 300 languages.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., to check what you qualify for and be directed to the right service or local clinic.

A Government of Manitoba benefit that pays lower-income Manitobans aged 55 and over a supplement four times a year, currently up to $161.80 per quarter for a single person and $173.90 for each eligible person in a couple. It helps stretch a fixed income between pension cheques.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. If you receive Old Age Security, eligibility is set automatically from your GIS or Allowance; otherwise mail or fax the printable application to Provincial Services any time of year, or call 204-948-7368 or 1-877-587-6224.

A Government of Manitoba refundable tax credit of $1,400 a year for people who give unpaid care to a family member, neighbour, or friend living at home with significant care needs. It is not income tested, so caregivers can claim it even with no taxable income, helping cover costs like shopping, transport, and respite.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Register online or by paper form (a doctor or nurse practitioner completes the Level of Care Equivalency form if needed), then claim the credit on your income tax return; call the Manitoba Tax Assistance Office at 204-948-2115 or 1-800-782-0771 with questions.

Manitoba's independent Seniors' Advocate, an office created by the Government of Manitoba that opened in November 2025. The advocate looks into the problems seniors and their families face with health care, housing, and government programs, and reports to the legislature with recommendations for change.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 204-583-0187 or email seniorsadvocate@seniorsadvocatemb.ca to raise a concern.

A Government of Manitoba rebate of up to $235 a year on the school taxes senior homeowners pay on their principal residence. It continues alongside the new Homeowners Affordability Tax Credit, which gives all homeowners up to $1,600 in school tax savings in 2026.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Claim it on your personal income tax return; for questions call the Manitoba Tax Assistance Office at 204-948-2115 or toll free 1-800-782-0771.

A Government of Manitoba rebate of up to $175 a year that helps renters aged 55 and over with the school tax portion of their rent. Lower-income tenants can even apply retroactively for up to four past years.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Mail or drop off the application form (printable or fillable versions online) to Provincial Services; call 204-948-7368 or 1-877-587-6224 with questions.

The Ontario government's free information line for anything to do with programs and services for seniors, from benefits and tax credits to housing, safety and community supports (TTY 1-800-387-5559). One call is often the fastest way to find out which provincial program fits your situation.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call the Seniors' INFOline for anything to do with Ontario seniors programs; no referral needed.

A Government of New Brunswick benefit that pays low-income seniors $629 a year (2026 amount). If you receive the Guaranteed Income Supplement or the federal Allowance, you can apply online, by mail, or at a Service New Brunswick centre by December 31 each year.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply online, by mail, or in person at Service New Brunswick between April 1 and December 31; call 1-833-796-0944 with questions.

A Government of New Brunswick program that lets homeowners 65 and older put off paying the yearly increases in property tax on their main home. The deferred amount, plus interest, is only repaid when the home is sold or transferred.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply online, by mail, or at any Service New Brunswick centre by December 31 of the tax year; call 1-800-669-7070 with questions.

An independent office of New Brunswick's Legislative Assembly that advocates for people 65 and older. Its case specialists help seniors who feel treated unfairly by provincial programs, including nursing home and special care home costs, refused home repairs, and access to services, at no charge and in confidence.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 1-833-453-8653, email advocate-defenseur@gnb.ca, or send a message through the website; an Individual Case Specialist follows up.

A Government of Newfoundland and Labrador grant of $400 per household that repays low-income seniors for everyday services like snow clearing, lawn care, house cleaning, grocery and prescription delivery, foot care, dental work, and rides to appointments. Applications run on a yearly cycle with a March 31 deadline.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply by email to Aging.Well@nlhealthservices.ca or by mail to NL Health Services Central Zone in Gander; call 709-651-6273 for help. The 2026-27 application was not yet posted as of August 2026.

A Government of Newfoundland and Labrador benefit that pays $400 a month to an unpaid caregiver, such as a family member or friend, who regularly cares for a lower-income senior with high care needs. It recognizes the caregiver's role and helps keep the senior at home.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Download the application from the NL Health Services page and contact the Caregiver Benefit coordinator for your zone (Eastern Urban 709-752-4361); the care recipient needs a current NL Health Services assessment.

An independent office of Newfoundland and Labrador's House of Assembly that speaks up for seniors across the province. It reviews seniors' concerns about provincial programs, identifies systemic problems, and pushes government for change, and any senior or family member can contact it directly.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call (709) 729-6603 or toll-free 1-833-729-6603, or email SeniorsAdvocate@SeniorsAdvocateNL.ca.

A Government of Newfoundland and Labrador refundable tax credit that pays low-income seniors up to $1,882 a year. There is no application: file your income tax return each year and the money arrives in quarterly instalments with the federal GST Credit payments in January, April, July, and October.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. File your annual income tax return; the CRA pays the benefit automatically. Call (709) 729-3166 with questions.

A Government of Nova Scotia benefit that pays $400 a month to a family member or friend who gives 20 or more hours a week of unpaid care to a low-income person with high care needs. It recognizes the caregiver's work and helps them keep going.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Continuing Care at 1-800-225-7225; both caregiver and care recipient are assessed.

A Government of Nova Scotia rebate that returns half of the municipal property taxes a low-income senior paid last year, up to $800. If you receive the Guaranteed Income Supplement or the Allowance and your taxes are paid, you can apply until December 31 each year.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Mail the application with supporting documents or drop it off at Access Nova Scotia by December 31; rebates take 8 to 10 weeks.

A Government of Nova Scotia grant of $750 per household that repays low-income seniors for everyday help they buy, like snow removal, lawn care, house cleaning, grocery delivery, taxis, foot care, physiotherapy, small home repairs, and home heating. Applications open each fall and close March 31.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply online or by mail when the yearly window opens (recent rounds opened in September); call 1-800-670-4357 with questions. The 2026-27 round had not opened as of August 2026.

A Government of Nunavut program that pays for up to 4,000 litres of heating fuel a year for seniors 60 and older who own and live in their home. Households with net income up to $75,000 get the full subsidy and those up to $100,000 get half. Your local Income Assistance Worker helps you apply each year.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply through your local Income Assistance Worker with proof of age, home ownership and last year's Notice of Assessment; regional offices: Qikiqtani 867-473-2600 or 1-800-567-1514, Kivalliq 867-645-5040 ext. 1604 or 1-800-953-8516, Kitikmeot 867-983-4032 or 1-800-661-0845.

A Government of the Northwest Territories subsidy that helps seniors 60 and older pay for heat in the home they own or a rented unit where heat is not included. Depending on community and income, eligible seniors receive $460 to $750 a month from September through April. Apply again each year.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply at your local ECE Service Centre with proof of age, household income and homeownership or rental; deadline March 15 for the current season; 867-767-9355 or toll-free 866-973-7252.

A Government of the Northwest Territories income program for residents 60 and older whose income does not cover their basic needs. It pays actual shelter and utility costs plus set amounts for food and other basics, based on family size and community. Client Navigators at ECE Service Centres help with the application.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the application at your local ECE Service Centre with ID and financial information; main line 867-767-9355 or toll-free 866-973-7252.

A Government of the Northwest Territories program that removes all property tax for homeowners 65 and older in the General Taxation Area, which covers NWT communities outside the cities, towns and villages. Owners file a short sworn declaration form every year. Inside municipalities such as Yellowknife, the local government runs its own version of the relief.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Get the application form from maca.gov.nt.ca, a MACA office or your community government and file it each year; MACA regional offices: North Slave 867-392-6900, South Slave 867-872-6525, Deh Cho 867-695-7226, Inuvik 867-678-8045 ext. 21652, Sahtu 867-587-7100.

A Government of the Northwest Territories benefit that adds $196 a month to the income of low income seniors. Anyone receiving Old Age Security plus the Guaranteed Income Supplement or the Spouse's Allowance gets it automatically with their federal payment. Filing taxes each year keeps it coming.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Automatic once federal GIS or Spouse's Allowance is in place; questions to ECE income security at 867-767-9355 or toll-free 866-973-7252.

An Ontario Energy Board program that puts a monthly credit of $35 to $113 straight onto the electricity bill of lower income households. Apply online, by paper form or with free help from a local intake agency; if you are already behind on a bill, ask about the related Low-income Energy Assistance Program at the same time.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply online at ontarioelectricitysupport.ca, by paper form, or with free help from a local intake agency; the OESP contact centre answers questions at 1-855-831-8151.

The Ontario government office that steps in as decision maker of last resort when an adult can no longer manage their money or make care decisions and there is no family member or attorney able to act. Families can also call its investigations unit if they believe a mentally incapable person is being harmed or financially abused (TTY 1-833-813-5696).

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-800-891-0504, or email OPGT.Investigations@ontario.ca if you believe a mentally incapable adult is at risk of harm or financial abuse.

A refundable Ontario government tax credit that gives seniors 70 and older back up to 25 percent of eligible medical and home care expenses, to a maximum of $1,500 a year. It is claimed on Form ON479 with the income tax return.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Claimed once a year on the senior's income tax return (ON-BEN or ON479 forms); GAINS needs no application for seniors already getting OAS and GIS.

An Ontario government monthly payment that tops up the income of low-income seniors who already get Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement. Payments of up to $92 a month for the 2026 benefit year arrive automatically; most seniors just need to file their tax return each spring to keep them coming.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Automatic for seniors already receiving OAS and GIS; otherwise file your income tax return by April 30 or send a GIS application to Service Canada.

An Ontario government grant of up to $500 a year that helps seniors with modest incomes pay the property tax on their home. It is claimed by filling in the ON-BEN form with the yearly income tax return.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Claimed once a year on the senior's income tax return (ON-BEN or ON479 forms); GAINS needs no application for seniors already getting OAS and GIS.

A monthly Ontario government benefit that combines the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit, the Ontario Sales Tax Credit and the Northern Ontario Energy Credit into one payment. Seniors 65 and older qualify for a higher property tax credit, up to $1,488 a year.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. File the yearly income tax return with the ON-BEN application form; payments then arrive automatically.

A Government of Prince Edward Island benefit for seniors with high care needs who stay at home thanks to an unpaid family caregiver, friend, or neighbour. The person receiving care gets $250 to $1,500 a month depending on household income.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 1-800-371-8245 to start; Home Care completes an assessment, then the Department of Social Development and Seniors enrols you and sets the monthly amount.

A Government of Prince Edward Island program that lets lower-income seniors stop paying property tax on their home for as long as they live there, with no interest charged on the deferred amount. The taxes are only repaid when the home is sold or from the estate.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Send the application form to Taxation and Property Records with last year's Notice of Assessment for everyone in the home; call (902) 368-4070 with questions.

A Government of Prince Edward Island program that gives low-income seniors up to $1,800 a year to pay for practical help at home, such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, snow removal, grass cutting, transportation, internet, and a medical alert system.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply online, download the form, or pick one up at Access PEI; call 1-877-569-0546 for help completing it, then staff visit to assess your needs.

A free Government of Prince Edward Island service where two provincial navigators help seniors, family members, and caregivers figure out which programs they qualify for, fill in applications, and reach the right office. They also hold drop-in outreach sessions in communities across the Island.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 1-866-770-0588 or email seniors@gov.pe.ca; you can also meet a navigator at a community outreach session or book an appointment.

A Revenu Quebec refundable tax credit that gives Quebecers 70 and over money back on home support expenses such as housekeeping, personal care and meal services, whatever their level of autonomy. It applies whether the senior owns a house, rents an apartment, lives with family or lives in a private seniors' residence, and it can be paid in advance through the year instead of at tax time.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Claim it in the Quebec income tax return (Schedule J), or register with Revenu Quebec for advance payments.

A Revenu Quebec grant that softens a sharp municipal tax increase caused by a jump in home value, for seniors 65 and over who have owned their home for at least 15 consecutive years. The home must be their principal residence and family income must be $64,200 or less.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Claim it on line 462 of the Quebec income tax return using form TP-1029.TM-V.

The Government of Quebec's public retirement pension, managed by Retraite Quebec, for anyone who contributed to the Quebec Pension Plan while working. You can start it as early as 60 at a reduced amount, take 100 percent at 65, or wait as late as 72 for a higher pension for life.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply online through My Account or with a paper form a few months before you want payments to start; you can cancel within six months of the first payment.

A Revenu Quebec refundable tax credit of up to $2,000 for a single senior or $4,000 for a couple where both spouses qualify, for lower-income Quebecers 70 and over. There is nothing to claim: Revenu Quebec calculates it automatically when the senior files a Quebec income tax return.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. File a Quebec income tax return; the credit is calculated automatically.

A Government of Quebec housing benefit, managed by Revenu Quebec for the Societe d'habitation du Quebec, that pays up to $170 a month to low-income renters, boarders and homeowners who spend 30 percent or more of their income on housing. People 50 and over living alone or as a couple can qualify, subject to income limits.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply online in My Account for individuals or with the paper application; both spouses must have filed Quebec tax returns.

A Region of Peel program that gives low-income senior homeowners a yearly rebate on their property taxes, covering the city, Region, and school board portions. Council sets the rebate amount each year and it does not have to be repaid.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply through your city tax office before December 31 of the tax year: Mississauga 905-615-4311 or Brampton 905-874-2200. You must reapply every year.

The Saint John Seniors' Centre, a registered charity, offers free income tax preparation for low-income seniors each tax season, helping about 600 people file their returns. This is a non-profit community service, not a private company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 1-506-633-8781 or drop in at Brunswick Square, 3rd Level, 39 King Street, Saint John.

A Government of Saskatchewan program, run by Saskatchewan Housing Corporation, that lets senior homeowners put off paying the education portion of their property taxes through a repayable loan. It helps seniors on fixed incomes stay in their homes without falling behind on tax bills.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the application form and send it to Saskatchewan Housing Corporation in Regina by email or mail, or apply in person at 1920 Broad Street; call 1-800-667-7567 or 306-787-4177 with questions.

A Government of Saskatchewan program that adds a monthly payment of up to $360 to the income of seniors who have little or no income besides Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement. There is no application form. If you qualify, the benefit starts automatically once you file your income tax return and receive OAS and GIS, and clients also get extra provincial health benefits.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. No application needed; eligibility is set automatically from your income tax return and your OAS/GIS from Service Canada, and is reassessed each July. Call 306-787-2681 or 1-800-667-7161 with questions.

Tax-free monthly Government of Canada payments for people aged 60 to 64 with low income. The Allowance is for the spouse or common-law partner of a senior who gets the Guaranteed Income Supplement, and the Allowance for the Survivor is for someone whose spouse or partner has died. Apply 6 to 11 months before you turn 60, or right away if you are already in this age range.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. You must apply; call Service Canada or apply through My Service Canada Account.

A monthly taxable Government of Canada pension that replaces part of your income in retirement and is paid for life to people who contributed to the CPP while working. You can start it as early as 60 or wait until 70 for a larger amount. If you keep working while collecting before age 70, extra contributions earn a post-retirement benefit that raises your pension each year.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. You must apply; apply online through My Service Canada Account or call. If you worked in another country, international social security agreements may help you qualify.

A monthly taxable Government of Canada benefit for people over 18 and under 65 who cannot work because of a severe and prolonged disability and who contributed to the CPP. People already collecting a CPP retirement pension who become disabled before 65 may qualify for the post-retirement disability benefit instead. At 65 it converts automatically to the regular CPP retirement pension.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. You must apply, and a health care professional completes the medical part of the application; apply through My Service Canada Account or by paper form.

Government of Canada payments to the family of a CPP contributor who has died. The survivor's pension is a monthly payment to the legal spouse or common-law partner, and the death benefit is a one-time payment of up to $5,000 to the estate or the person who paid the funeral costs. Apply as soon as possible after the death, because the survivor's pension can only be back-paid for 12 months.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply online through My Service Canada Account or by mail as soon as possible after the death.

Employment Insurance benefits from the Government of Canada that replace part of your pay while you are away from work caring for someone. The family caregiver benefit covers up to 15 weeks for a critically ill or injured adult, and compassionate care benefits cover up to 26 weeks for a person who needs end-of-life care. You do not have to live with or be related to the person, and eligible caregivers can share the weeks.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply online at canada.ca as soon as you stop work, with a medical certificate for the person you care for; call 1-800-206-7218 for help with a claim.

A tax-free monthly top-up from the Government of Canada for seniors 65 and older who receive the OAS pension and have low income. It is worth checking even if you are not sure you qualify, and you must file your income tax return every year to keep the payments coming.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Many seniors are enrolled automatically and told by letter; if no letter has arrived a month after your 64th birthday, call Service Canada or apply through My Service Canada Account.

A monthly Government of Canada pension for people 65 and older, based on how long you have lived in Canada after age 18, whether or not you ever worked. Many seniors are enrolled automatically and get a letter from Service Canada; if no letter has arrived a month after your 64th birthday, you may need to apply. Years spent in countries that have a social security agreement with Canada can help you qualify.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call Service Canada or apply online through My Service Canada Account; many seniors are enrolled in OAS and GIS automatically and get a letter in the mail around their 64th birthday.

Government photo ID from the Ontario government for people who do not drive, handy when a senior gives up their licence but still needs official ID for banking, travel bookings and appointments. Apply in person at a ServiceOntario centre; the card is valid for 5 years.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply in person at a ServiceOntario centre with identity documents; call 1-800-267-8097 with questions.

An Ontario government agency that gives veterans and their families up to $3,000 in a 12 month period for essentials such as home repairs, housing costs, health items, specialized equipment and personal needs. Many older veterans qualify; applications go through the Royal Canadian Legion or Veterans Affairs Canada.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply through the Royal Canadian Legion at 1-888-207-0939 (sac@on.legion.ca) or Veterans Affairs Canada at 1-866-522-2122, with quotes for the expense and recent bank statements.

A Town of Oakville rebate of $500 in 2026 for senior homeowners with low incomes. Seniors 65 and over who receive the monthly Guaranteed Income Supplement can apply each fall and the rebate is applied to their property taxes.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Submit the Senior's Property Tax Rebate application or renewal with proof of GIS by the fall deadline printed on the form; questions to tax@oakville.ca or ServiceOakville at 905-845-6601.

A Town of Whitby rebate that takes several hundred dollars off the yearly property tax bill for senior homeowners with low incomes. You qualify if you are 65 or older, receive the Guaranteed Income Supplement, and own and live in your Whitby home. A matching program exists for low-income homeowners with disabilities on ODSP.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Send the application form with a copy of your current GIS letter to tax@whitby.ca or the Tax Department at 575 Rossland Rd E by December 31; apply again each year.

Each spring the Town of Whitby's 55+ Services runs a free drop-off clinic where trained volunteers prepare basic income tax returns for older adults with modest incomes. Filing every year protects benefits like GIS, the Ontario Trillium Benefit and tax credits.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Runs March 1 to April 30 each year as a drop-off clinic; call 905-668-1424 or email 55plus@whitby.ca to take part.

A yearly cash subsidy from the Ville de Laval for households with a resident aged 65 or over (Subvention pour favoriser le soutien des personnes agees de 65 ans et plus): $150 per dwelling, or $300 when the applicant receives the federal Guaranteed Income Supplement. Owners, tenants and occupants can all apply online through Mon dossier or by mail, and it is separate from Quebec's provincial municipal tax grant.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 311 (450 978-8000 from outside Laval) or use the Mon dossier portal on laval.ca; the 65+ subsidy is applied for online or by mail, and the library home delivery is arranged through your neighbourhood library.

York Region lets low income senior homeowners defer property tax increases interest free, a program running since 1998. It is for homeowners 65 and older who receive the federal Guaranteed Income Supplement, and the deferred taxes are repaid only when the home is sold or transferred outside the family.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply through your local tax office: Markham 905-477-7000, Vaughan 905-832-2281, Richmond Hill 905-771-8800, Newmarket 905-953-5300, Aurora 905-727-1375.

A Government of Yukon grant that helps seniors 65 and older with the cost of heating their home, whether they own or rent. The amount depends on income, marital status and address, up to $1,382.58 inside Whitehorse and $1,466.50 outside for 2026. Apply each year between July 1 and December 31.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply online through the Pioneer Utility Grant portal, in person at the Income Support Unit in Whitehorse, or by mail; toll-free 1-800-661-0408 extension 4.

A Government of Yukon program that lets homeowners 65 and older postpone paying property taxes on the home they live in. It applies outside municipalities, in areas where the Government of Yukon collects property tax. You can defer all or part of each year's taxes, up to 75 percent of the home's assessed value.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Contact the Property Assessment and Taxation office or a Territorial Agent for an application; 867-667-5268 or toll-free in Yukon 1-800-661-0408 ext. 5268; apply any time after January 1, before July 2 to avoid penalties.

A Government of Yukon top-up of up to $323.26 a month for low income seniors who receive Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement. There is no application form; payments start automatically once the federal government shares your GIS information with Yukon. Filing your taxes every year keeps the supplement coming.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Automatic for Yukon seniors receiving GIS; for questions call 867-667-5674 or toll-free 1-800-661-0408 extension 5674.

A Government of Alberta benefit, administered by Alberta Blue Cross, that gives every senior 65 and over premium-free coverage for prescription drugs, diabetes supplies, ambulance trips and some other health services. It is added to your Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan automatically the month after you turn 65.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. No application needed; coverage starts automatically once your age is validated with AHCIP. Claims questions go to Alberta Blue Cross at 1-800-661-6995.

Alberta's free 24-hour health advice line, run by Primary Care Alberta, a provincial health agency, in partnership with Alberta Health Services. Dial 811 to reach a registered nurse any time; the line can also connect you with dietitians, dementia specialists, and mental health and rehabilitation clinicians.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Dial 811 from anywhere in Alberta, any time; online nurse chat and callback requests are available at primarycarealberta.ca.

A free phone and email information service from Arthritis Society Canada, a registered charity. Trained volunteers answer questions about arthritis, treatment options and coping day to day, and can connect callers with a Peer Listener for one-on-one emotional support.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 1-800-321-1433 and press 2 for the Arthritis Line, Monday to Friday in English or French; you can leave a message any time and they aim to reply within 24 hours.

Income-based drug coverage from the Government of British Columbia that helps families pay for prescription drugs, dispensing fees and some medical supplies. You register once and are covered for life, and the less your household earns the more the plan pays.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Register once online at my.gov.bc.ca/ahdc or call 1-800-663-7100; you must be enrolled in MSP.

The Government of British Columbia's free health information line. Dial 811 any time, day or night, to speak with a registered nurse, and reach dietitians, exercise professionals or an overnight pharmacist at set hours, with translation in more than 130 languages.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Just dial 811 from anywhere in BC; nurses answer 24/7.

A free helpline from the Canadian Cancer Society, a registered charity. Trained information specialists answer questions about cancer, treatments and side effects, and help find support services and community resources near you, Monday to Friday, with an interpreter service for other languages.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 1-888-939-3333, Monday to Friday, or use live chat or the online form at cancer.ca; interpreters are available for languages other than English and French.

A free, confidential helpline from Diabetes Canada, a registered charity. Staff answer questions about living with diabetes and managing it day to day, share trusted resources and point callers to programs in their province. They do not give medical advice or make appointments.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 1-800-BANTING (226-8464), Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern, or email info@diabetes.ca; conversations are confidential.

Manitoba's government-funded provincial health advice line, answered by registered nurses 24 hours a day, every day. Call to talk through symptoms and get guidance on whether to treat at home, see a doctor, or go to emergency, in English or French with interpreters in more than 200 languages.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Just call any time: 204-788-8200 in Winnipeg or 1-888-315-9257 toll free.

A Government of Manitoba drug benefit for residents of any age whose income is seriously affected by high prescription drug costs. Once your income-based annual deductible is reached, eligible prescription drugs are covered for the rest of the benefit year, and since April 2025 the Enhanced Pharmacare Program also covers most diabetes and hormone replacement medications at no cost.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Enrol once with the Pharmacare Application and Consent Authorization Form so the Canada Revenue Agency can confirm your income each year; call 204-786-7141 or 1-800-297-8099 with questions.

A Government of New Brunswick program that gives seniors prescription drug coverage. Seniors who receive the Guaranteed Income Supplement join the New Brunswick Prescription Drug Program, and other seniors can enrol in the New Brunswick Drug Plan, where premiums and co-payments are based on household income.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. An application package is mailed automatically about 60 days before your 65th birthday; you can also call 1-800-332-3692 or mail the form to New Brunswick Drug Plans, PO Box 690, Moncton.

A free, bilingual, and confidential Government of New Brunswick health line. Call 811 any time, day or night, to speak with a registered nurse who can assess symptoms, give advice, and book a virtual appointment with a nurse practitioner.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Dial 811 from anywhere in New Brunswick, 24 hours a day.

Government of Newfoundland and Labrador drug coverage for seniors who receive Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement. Enrolment is automatic, and members pay only the dispensing fee, up to $6 per prescription, for covered drugs.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. No application needed; a drug card is mailed automatically once Service Canada confirms you receive OAS and GIS. Call 1-888-859-3535 with questions.

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador's free, confidential health line. Registered nurses answer 24 hours a day to help you decide what to do about symptoms, answer questions about topics like dementia care, and point you to services, with dietitian and mental health support also available.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Dial 811 any time; call 1-888-709-2929 if 811 does not work from your phone or internet phone service.

A free Government of Nova Scotia health line. Call 811 around the clock to talk to a registered nurse about symptoms, medications, or where to find care, with interpretation available in over 125 languages.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Dial 811 any time; call 1-866-770-7763 if you cannot reach 811.

The Government of Nova Scotia's drug plan for seniors without other coverage. Members pay an annual premium based on household income, plus a copayment with yearly maximums, and the province covers the rest; low-income seniors can have the premium reduced or waived.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. An application package is mailed before your 65th birthday; apply online or on paper, and call 1-800-544-6191 for help. Renew by April 1 each year.

A Government of Nunavut health plan for residents 65 and older who are not covered through the federal Non-Insured Health Benefits program for Inuit and First Nations. It pays for formulary prescription drugs, up to $1,000 of dental care a year, vision care, hearing services, medical supplies and in-territory ambulance charges. Phone the Extended Health Benefits office to register.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Contact the EHB team to register and get claim forms: 867-645-8029, toll-free 1-800-661-0833, or ehb@gov.nu.ca.

A Government of the Northwest Territories phone service where registered nurses give health advice 24 hours a day, every day, in all NWT communities. The same line now includes mental wellness support and coaching to quit smoking or vaping. Dial 811, or 1-844-259-1793.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Dial 811 any time; alternate number 1-844-259-1793.

A Government of the Northwest Territories health plan that gives seniors 60 and older no cost coverage for prescription drugs, dental care, vision care, medical supplies and equipment, and approved medical travel. It serves residents who are not covered by the federal Non-Insured Health Benefits program or Metis Health Benefits, and Alberta Blue Cross handles the claims.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply once with the Extended Health Benefits form through the Health Benefits Program; seniors do not re-apply each year; toll-free 1-800-661-0830 ext. 49462 or 867-777-7400.

The Ontario government drug plan that starts automatically the month after you turn 65. Once you have paid the first $100 of prescription costs in a program year, you pay no more than $6.11 for each covered prescription.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Enrollment is automatic at 65; the province mails a letter about 3 months before your 65th birthday. Call with questions or to check a drug is covered.

An Ontario government top-up to the Ontario Drug Benefit for lower income seniors. It removes the $100 yearly deductible and drops the charge to no more than $2 per prescription.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply online at ontariodrugbenefit.ca or call to request a paper form; you can apply up to 3 months before turning 65 and renew each program year.

An Ontario government program for households that spend about 4 percent or more of their after-tax income on prescription drugs. After a deductible based on household income, you pay up to $2 per prescription, which helps spouses and family members who are under 65.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply online at forms.ontariodrugbenefit.ca or call for a paper form; enrollment renews automatically each year if you file your taxes on time.

An Ontario government service that puts you on the list for a family doctor, nurse practitioner or primary care team accepting new patients in your community. Register online or by phone and you are matched as spots open near you.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Register online through the Health Care Connect portal or call 811 (TTY: 711), available 24 hours a day; have your Ontario health card ready.

A free Ontario government line you can call day or night to talk to a registered nurse, get health advice and find services near you. Help is available in English, French and more than 300 other languages, by phone or online chat, and you can also ask to speak with a registered dietitian.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 811 (TTY: 711) any time, or chat online at health811.ontario.ca.

A free, confidential information and referral line from Parkinson Canada, a registered charity. Staff give one-on-one help with questions about symptoms, medications and treatment options, and connect people with Parkinson's, their families and care partners to support groups and services in their community.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 1-800-565-3000 or email info@parkinson.ca, Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern; the contact page also lists 1-888-664-1974 and support@parkinson.ca for Parkinson's information.

The Government of Prince Edward Island's free health line. A registered nurse answers 24 hours a day to help you decide whether something needs urgent care, answer health questions, and point you to services on the Island.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Dial 811 any time (TTY 711); if 811 does not work from your phone, call 1-866-770-7724 from a PEI-registered line.

A Government of Prince Edward Island drug plan for everyone 65 and older with a PEI Health Card. There is no application; you are enrolled automatically at 65 and pay $8.25 plus a $7.69 pharmacy fee for each covered prescription, and the program pays the rest.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Enrolment is automatic at age 65; call PEI Pharmacare at 1-877-577-3737 with questions about coverage.

The public drug plan run by RAMQ, the Government of Quebec's health insurance board, covering more than 8,000 prescription drugs. When you turn 65 you are registered automatically unless you choose to keep a private plan, and the annual premium is collected through your Quebec income tax return.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Registration at 65 is automatic; call RAMQ before turning 65 only if you are keeping private insurance.

The Government of Quebec's free 24-hour health line. Dial 811 and choose option 1 to speak with a nurse about any non-urgent health problem, for yourself or a family member, every day of the year. It can spare a senior an unneeded trip to a clinic or emergency room.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Dial 811, option 1, any time, from anywhere in Quebec.

A free Government of Saskatchewan health advice line answered 24 hours a day by registered nurses, registered psychiatric nurses, and registered social workers. Call 811 for help deciding what to do about symptoms, or for mental health and addictions support, with translation available in over 100 languages.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Just dial 811 any time, day or night; if 811 does not connect, call 1-877-800-0002, and deaf or hard of hearing callers can use SaskTel Relay at 1-800-855-0511.

A Government of Saskatchewan program that caps what seniors 65 and older pay for eligible prescription drugs at $25 per prescription. Drugs must be on the Saskatchewan Formulary or approved under Exception Drug Status, and eligibility is based on the net income on your tax return.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply once by mail, fax, or email using Form A, which lets the Canada Revenue Agency confirm your income so coverage renews automatically every year; you can apply up to two months before you turn 65. Call 1-800-667-7581 or 306-787-3317 with questions.

Yukon HealthLine is a 24-hour phone service provided through the Government of Yukon. Registered nurses answer health questions any time of day, and an after-hours pharmacist is available from 5 pm to 9 am. Dial 811 from anywhere in the Yukon.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Dial 811 any time; from a satellite phone call 1-604-215-4700.

A Government of Yukon benefit that helps seniors 65 and older pay for prescription drugs, dental care, eye care and medical supplies and equipment. Eligible seniors are enrolled automatically and receive the sign-up form in the mail. Spouses aged 60 to 64 who are married to an eligible senior can also qualify.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Enrolment is automatic; the application arrives by mail. Questions: 867-667-5403 or toll-free 1-800-661-0408.

A Government of Alberta program that pays up to $5,000 every 5 years for basic dental care and up to $230 every 3 years toward prescription eyeglasses for lower-income seniors 65 and over. Your eligibility is assessed automatically once you apply for Seniors Financial Assistance.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply through the Seniors Financial Assistance application at sfa.alberta.ca; claims are handled by Alberta Blue Cross at 1-800-661-6995.

A Government of Canada benefit, administered by Sun Life, that pays much of the cost of dental care for people without private dental insurance, including cleanings, fillings, x-rays and dentures. Seniors of any age qualify if the household income is under $90,000, last year's taxes are filed, and they live in Canada. Applications for the 2026-2027 benefit year are open.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply online through My Service Canada Account or Canada.ca, or call Service Canada at 1-833-537-4342 (TTY 1-833-677-6262); a trusted helper can apply with the senior on the line to give consent.

A registered charity running 10 hearing clinics across Ontario, including Toronto, Mississauga, and Newmarket in York Region, offering hearing tests, hearing aid consultations, and fittings with a 90 day trial. This is a non-profit community service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-866-518-0000, email audiology@chs.ca, or book online (Ontario residents only) for a hearing test or hearing aid consultation. No referral is needed.

A registered charity that helps Canadians who are blind or partially sighted use accessible technology, through free group and one-to-one training, smartphone apps, and devices like a free smartphone for registered clients. This is a national charity program, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call the national line or fill out the online contact form at cnib.ca to reach a CNIB program coordinator, who can register you and connect you to programs like Tech and Peer Support, or point you to a referral for vision loss rehabilitation training.

A Government of Manitoba benefit that helps seniors 65 and older with the cost of eyeglasses. It reimburses set amounts for dispensing fees, frames, and lenses after a $50 deductible, for one pair every three years or sooner if your prescription changes.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Pay for your glasses, then send in the claim form from your supplier, or ask the supplier to submit it for you; call 204-786-7365 or 204-786-7366 (toll free 1-800-297-8099 ext 7365 or 7366) with questions.

A Government of Manitoba program that pays up to $2,000 toward hearing aids for seniors, including the hearing assessment and fitting. One claim can be made every five years, and the amount is applied right at the point of sale once you are approved.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply first, before buying: mail, fax, or drop off the application form with a CRA Proof of Income statement and a hearing assessment from a licensed Manitoba hearing aid dealer to Provincial Services in Winnipeg; call 204-945-5588 or 1-844-403-4327 (HEAR) with questions.

A Government of New Brunswick program that pays for hearing aids, repairs, and ear molds for Department of Social Development clients who have no other coverage. It covers up to $1,000 per hearing aid once every five years, at no cost to eligible clients.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Social Development at 1-833-733-7835; you need a valid Health Services card showing hearing aid eligibility.

An Ontario government program that helps pay for hearing aids and equipment for low vision. It covers 75 percent of the cost of hearing aids up to $500 per ear, and also funds approved visual aids and communication devices.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. For hearing aids, get assessed by an ADP-registered audiologist or hearing instrument specialist and apply before you buy; the vendor submits the application.

Free routine dental care for lower income seniors 65 and older, run by the Ontario government through public health units and partner clinics. It covers checkups, cleanings, fillings, x-rays, extractions and gum care, and pays part of the cost of dentures.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply online at seniors.accerta.ca, by mail, or with help from your local public health unit; coverage runs to July 31 each year and must be renewed.

Quebec Health Insurance Plan coverage, paid by the Government of Quebec through RAMQ, that gives adults 65 and over one free complete eye exam per year at the optometrist. Emergency eye exams are covered for everyone. Eyeglasses and contact lenses are not covered for adults.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Book with any Quebec optometrist and show a valid Health Insurance Card.

A RAMQ program (Government of Quebec) that pays for hearing aids and assistive listening devices, including repair and replacement, for insured Quebecers with a qualifying hearing loss. Adults qualify with an average loss of at least 35 decibels in the better ear, confirmed by a hearing test.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. See a Quebec audioprosthetist for a hearing aid, or a recognized specialized facility for assistive listening devices, with the required audiology documents.

A RAMQ program (Government of Quebec) that lends visual aids such as reading machines, braille devices and white canes to people with a permanent visual impairment, and pays set amounts toward getting and keeping a guide dog. The needs assessment is free with your health insurance card.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply through an accredited facility specializing in vision rehabilitation; the facility assesses your needs and lends the devices.

A Government of Alberta loan program that lends seniors up to $40,000 at low interest for home repairs, adaptations and renovations such as stair lifts, bathroom upgrades or a new furnace. The loan is secured against the home and repaid when it is sold.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the Loan Application and Agreement form with your property tax assessment and cost estimates or receipts, then submit online, by fax or by mail.

A BC Housing program, formerly called HAFI, that gives lower-income homeowners and renters rebates for accessibility adaptations such as grab bars, ramps, stair rails and walk-in showers. Applications are taken first come, first served, and funding renews every April 1.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Download the homeowner or tenant application from BC Housing or call 1-800-257-7756; submit through the program upload form.

A Government of British Columbia refundable tax credit of up to $1,000 a year for people 65 and over, and for persons with disabilities, who renovate their home to make it safer or easier to get around. It returns 10 percent of eligible renovation costs, up to $10,000 in expenses a year.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Claim it on your income tax return using Schedule BC(S12); call 1-877-387-3332 with questions.

This CHATS program installs grab bars, handrails, and other minor safety renovations after a free in-home safety assessment, and offers seasonal yard care, eavestrough cleaning, window cleaning, and snow clearing. It has helped over 2,100 clients since 2009. CHATS is a registered charity, so this is a non-profit community service, not a private contractor.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 905-713-6596 or toll-free 1-877-452-4287, or email seniorshelp@chats.on.ca; CHATS follows up for an initial visit and intake assessment before building an individualized care plan.

A City of Burlington service that clears the windrow, the pile of snow the plow leaves at the end of the driveway, within about 36 hours of a snowfall from December 1 to March 31. The seasonal fee is $150 plus HST, and seniors 65 and over and residents with disabilities or low incomes pay half price.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Register in the fall through your Live and Play account, at Service Burlington (426 Brant Street) or at the Burlington Seniors' Centre; 2026-27 registration details come out in September 2026.

A City of Edmonton service where collection staff pick up garbage and recycling from outside the front or back door for residents who cannot move their carts to the curb or lane. It covers temporary or long-term mobility challenges, at no extra charge.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Have a healthcare professional sign the program form, then apply online or call 311 (780-442-5311 outside Edmonton); staff contact you within about 10 business days to arrange a home visit.

A home repair program delivered by the City of Hamilton that gives low income homeowners a forgivable loan of up to $25,000 for major structural, electrical, plumbing, heating or fire safety repairs, with a second stream for accessibility changes for people with disabilities. Stay in the home for 10 years and the loan is fully forgiven.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 905-546-2424 ext. 2758 or email affordablehousing@hamilton.ca for information or a paper application.

A City of Hamilton subsidy that pays seniors and residents with disabilities up to $450 each winter to hire help clearing snow from their sidewalk and the path to their front door. Applications are accepted each snow season from November 1 to March 31, or until the program is full.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply online or submit the paper form in person, by mail or by fax starting November 1; call 905-546-2590 to have a paper application mailed to you.

A home repair program delivered by the City of London with federal and provincial funding. Homeowners aged 60 or older and people with disabilities with low to moderate incomes can get a 10 year forgivable loan of up to $25,000 for essential repairs or accessibility changes, and the first $5,000 of accessibility work is a grant. Applications for 2026 are open now, first come, first served.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the 2026 Homeowner Application Package with photo ID, your CRA Notice of Assessment, property tax documents and three contractor estimates; call 519-661-2489 x7831 or email housingprograms@london.ca with questions.

A City of Oshawa service that cuts the side boulevard of corner lots for seniors 65 and over and people with disabilities, up to thirteen times a season from May to mid-October. It covers only the city-owned side boulevard, not the front boulevard or private lawn.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Complete the application and submit it to Service Oshawa; renew before April 1 each year.

A free City of Oshawa service that clears the city sidewalk and the windrow, the pile of snow a plow leaves at the end of the driveway, for seniors 65 and over and people with disabilities who have no one in the home able to shovel. Service starts after snowfalls of more than 2.5 cm.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply online starting September 1 for the winter season; renew each year (renewal notices go out in October).

A City of Ottawa program that matches older adults and people with disabilities with a screened person or contractor to clear snow from private driveways and walkways at an affordable rate. Snow Go Assist also pays up to half the cost for lower income households, to a seasonal maximum of $250, or $450 in rural areas where costs run higher.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Applications for each winter open in the fall through neighbourhood community support agencies; call 3-1-1 or your local community support agency to sign up before the snow flies.

A City of Pickering program that arranges seasonal snow clearing at home for residents 65 and over and people with disabilities, running November 1 to April 30. The fee is based on income: free for seniors receiving GAINS, then a sliding scale starting at about $129 for the season.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply online through forms.pickering.ca (form CSD2203) or call Customer Care at 905.683.7575; the program has 750 spots and applications are taken until full.

A City of Vancouver program that matches seniors and people with limited mobility with volunteer neighbours who clear the snow and ice from their sidewalk. When snow is sticking, phone 3-1-1 and the city will try to connect you with a Snow Angel in your area.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Phone 3-1-1 to request a Snow Angel when it is snowing and sticking at least 1 centimetre on the sidewalk.

A City of Winnipeg public works service that clears a 1.5 metre path through boulevard snow between the curb and the sidewalk after major snowfalls, so approved residents can safely reach a vehicle at the street. It is meant for homeowners with no front driveway who cannot shovel for medical reasons and cannot afford to hire help.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply with the city form plus a medical professional's verification by email to PWD-Customer-Service@winnipeg.ca or by mail to the Public Works Customer Service Branch.

A non-profit community service where Golden Circle Outreach Coordinators take a senior's home maintenance request, such as housekeeping, yard work, minor repairs or snow shoveling, and match it with a screened brokered worker at a set hourly rate. This is a non-profit community service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 403-343-6074 (Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm) to ask about any program; outreach services (home maintenance, transportation) generally start with an intake appointment with an Outreach Coordinator, which can follow a referral from the person themselves, a family member, or a professional.

With Halton Region's new wheeled cart garbage and recycling program, residents who cannot move the carts to the curb because of age or disability can be approved for assisted collection. The collection crew walks onto the property, takes the carts from a set spot beside or in front of the house, and returns them after pickup.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 311 to explain your circumstances; staff review each request and set up the assisted service.

A Government of Manitoba funded program, delivered by March of Dimes Canada, that pays up to $5,000 ($6,500 in rural and remote areas) for home accessibility and safety upgrades so seniors can stay in their homes longer. Grab bars, ramps, and other basic adaptations essential for daily living all qualify.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply through March of Dimes Canada online or call 1-866-906-6006 for help completing the application.

An Ontario government funded program, delivered by March of Dimes Canada, that pays for basic home changes such as ramps, stair lifts and bathroom modifications so people whose mobility is limited can keep living safely at home. It covers up to $15,000 lifetime for home modifications and up to $15,000 every 10 years for vehicle modifications.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Download the application from marchofdimes.ca and mail it in with proof of income, disability verification and a vendor quote; call 1-877-369-4867 or email hvmp@marchofdimes.ca with questions.

A home repair program funded by the Government of Canada and the Government of New Brunswick and delivered by Housing NB. Low-income homeowners can get forgivable loans of up to $18,000 for urgent repairs, and seniors can get up to $7,000 for adaptations that make daily living at home easier.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Housing NB through Social Development at 1-833-733-7835 to apply.

A Government of Newfoundland and Labrador program, delivered by NL Housing, that helps lower-income homeowners pay for accessibility changes like ramps, grab bars, and roll-in showers so seniors can stay home longer. Forgivable loans reach $7,500 now and double to $15,000 when the updated program reopens in Fall 2026.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. New applications are paused until Fall 2026 except urgent cases identified by an occupational therapist; call the Avalon office at (709) 724-3196 or your regional NL Housing office to ask about timing.

A Government of Nova Scotia program that helps low- and moderate-income homeowners, including seniors, pay for urgent health and safety repairs and accessibility adaptations so they can stay in their homes. It funds up to $18,000 as a grant and forgivable loan, with more available as a repayable loan for big jobs.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 1-844-424-5110 or mail the application to a regional housing office; emergency repairs are reviewed in 1 to 3 days.

A Housing NWT program, part of the Government of the Northwest Territories, that gives homeowners 60 and older a forgivable loan of up to $15,000 for minor repairs, energy upgrades and small adaptations such as grab bars. Applications for 2026 are open April 1 to October 31 through your Housing NWT district office.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Phone your Housing NWT district office to start: North Slave (Yellowknife) 867-767-9332 ext. 85481, Beaufort Delta 867-678-8060, Nahendeh 867-695-7700, Sahtu 867-587-5100, South Slave 867-874-7600; a housing representative completes the application with you.

A Housing NWT program, part of the Government of the Northwest Territories, that provides a forgivable loan of up to $50,000 for major health and safety repairs to homes owned by seniors 60 and older. Applications for 2026 are open April 1 to October 31 through your Housing NWT district office.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Phone your Housing NWT district office to start: North Slave (Yellowknife) 867-767-9332 ext. 85481, Beaufort Delta 867-678-8060, Nahendeh 867-695-7700, Sahtu 867-587-5100, South Slave 867-874-7600; a 10 percent co-pay applies if household income is over $59,999.

Government of Prince Edward Island grants that help homeowners 60 and older fix and adapt their homes. One application covers up to $4,000 for essential repairs like a roof, windows, doors, or furnace, and up to $10,000 for accessibility changes so a senior can keep living at home safely.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply once online or on paper to the PEI Home Renovation Programs (902-368-4889 or toll-free 1-855-374-7366); seniors are automatically assessed for both seniors streams.

A Government of Quebec program managed by RAMQ that lowers the hourly rate you pay a recognized domestic help business for housekeeping, heavy cleaning, snow clearing at the entrance, laundry, meal preparation and accompanied errands. Everyone 18 and over with Quebec health insurance gets $4 off each hour, and up to $22.08 more per hour depending on age, income and family situation.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Contact a recognized domestic help social economy business; it gives you the application form and sends it to RAMQ for you.

A Societe d'habitation du Quebec program (Government of Quebec) that pays homeowners to adapt the home of a person with a significant, lasting disability, such as ramps, stair aids and accessible bathrooms, so they can stay home safely. Registrations reopen online on August 12, 2026 after a pause that began in April 2025. The program page is currently available in French only.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. From August 12, 2026 at 8:30 a.m., register online through the Quebec.ca program page; call 1 800 463-4315, option 1 with questions.

A Town of Ajax winter service for seniors 65 and over and residents with disabilities who have no one at home able to shovel. Crews clear snow after storms of more than 5 cm, including driveways and the pathway to the front door, starting about 24 hours after the snow stops. Runs November to April.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Fill out the Snow Removal Program application at ajax.ca/snow or call Operations and Environmental Services at 905-683-2951 (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) for details and pricing.

A paid Town of Oakville service that clears part of the windrow, the snow pile the plow leaves across the driveway, within about 36 hours of a snowfall from December 1 to March 31. Seniors 65 and over and residents with disabilities get priority registration in early October before spots open to everyone.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Register in October through ServiceOakville at 905-845-6601 or oakville.ca; priority registration for 65+ and residents with disabilities runs October 1 to 15.

A free Town of Whitby service for seniors 65 and over and residents with disabilities who have no one at home able to shovel. Town crews clear the ridge of snow the plow leaves at the end of the driveway and any public sidewalk beside the property, usually within about 36 hours after the snow stops.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Register online each fall; applications for the coming winter open September 14, 2026 and close November 1, 2026.

A non-profit community service, run each winter by the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth in partnership with Halifax Regional Municipality. The YMCA pays a contractor to clear snow from steps, walkways, ramps and fuel tank access, so it costs the participant nothing, though driveways are not included. The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is a registered charity, and spots are limited and filled first come, first served each season.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call (902) 483-3678 or email ssr@halifax.ymca.ca; an application package can be dropped off, mailed or emailed to the Community YMCA, 2269 Gottingen Street, Halifax, NS B3K 3B7.

A Government of Yukon program run by the Yukon Housing Corporation that funds repairs for low and moderate income homeowners. It includes an Accessibility Grant of up to $30,000 to retrofit a home for someone with mobility challenges, an Emergency Repair Grant of up to $10,000 and a repair loan of up to $70,000. Applications are open all year while funding lasts.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Submit the application with documents in person at 410 Jarvis Street in Whitehorse or by email to ykhouse@yukon.ca; questions 867-667-5759 or toll-free 1-800-661-0408; wait for written approval before starting work.

A 24-hour Government of Alberta line for anyone worried about elder abuse or family violence. Call or text 310-1818 for information, advice and referrals in more than 170 languages.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call or text 310-1818 any time, day or night; no area code needed inside Alberta.

A Government of Alberta reporting line for abuse of adults who receive publicly funded care or support services, including seniors in continuing care homes. Anyone can call to report a concern and the province follows up under the Protection for Persons in Care Act.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 1-888-357-9339 to make a report; anyone who witnesses or suspects abuse of an adult in care can call.

The Government of Canada's central fraud reporting service, jointly managed by the RCMP, the Ontario Provincial Police and the Competition Bureau. Seniors and families can call to report a scam, check whether a call or offer is genuine, and learn what to do after money or personal information has been taken.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-888-495-8501, Monday to Friday 10 am to 4:45 pm Eastern time, or report a scam online any time through the reporting system at reportcyberandfraud.canada.ca.

A City of Brandon fire department program that mounts a small locked key box outside a senior's home so firefighters and paramedics can get in during an emergency without breaking the door. Brandon Fire and Emergency Services inspects and secures each box after it is installed, and pairs the program with fire safety education for older adults.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Buy the lock box through Seniors for Seniors at 204-571-2050, install it, then email fire@brandon.ca to book the fire department inspection.

The Vulnerable Persons Registry is a free City of Fredericton police program that keeps vital information and a photo of a vulnerable person on file, so officers can respond quickly and gently if that person goes missing or needs help. Families caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease or another condition that leads to wandering or communication difficulty can register their loved one, and people can also register themselves.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Print and complete the registration form with a colour photo and mail or drop it off at the Fredericton Police Force, 311 Queen Street; renew each year.

A free, confidential helpline open 24 hours a day for older adults who are being abused, mistreated or feel unsafe, run by Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario with Ontario government support. Counsellors offer emotional support, safety planning and referrals to local services in over 200 languages (TTY 1-866-299-0008).

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call any time, day or night; a trained counsellor answers and no referral is needed.

The Voluntary Vulnerable Persons Registry is a Halifax Regional Municipality emergency management list for residents who may need extra help during storms, long power outages, or evacuations. Seniors without round-the-clock support who have mobility, vision, hearing, or memory difficulties, or who rely on electricity for medical equipment, can join so emergency staff know to reach out and check on them.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Complete the online intake form on halifax.ca or call 311; the registry coordinator follows up within three days to confirm eligibility.

A free program from James Bay New Horizons, a not for profit society, where a volunteer calls a senior who lives alone each weekday morning to make sure they are safe and well, then follows up with emergency contacts if there is no answer. A non-profit community service, not a paid monitoring company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 250-386-4432 to start an intake interview, or ask a staff member at the centre.

A Government of New Brunswick service that investigates and responds when a senior is being abused or neglected, including self-neglect. Anyone can make a referral to the Department of Social Development, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Social Development at 1-833-733-7835; referrals can be made day or night through the nearest regional office.

The Government of Nova Scotia's service for adults who are being abused or neglected and cannot protect themselves. In Nova Scotia reporting is required by law, and anyone can call to report a concern about a senior; call 911 if a life is in danger.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 1-800-225-7225 to make a report; an Adult Protection worker investigates.

A Government of Nova Scotia program that helps low-income seniors pay for a personal alert device or emergency response service, the kind you press for help after a fall. An assessment through Nova Scotia Health Continuing Care decides eligibility.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Continuing Care at 1-800-225-7225 to ask for a Personal Alert Assistance Program assessment.

A confidential provincial helpline for older adults facing abuse, neglect or financial exploitation, and for worried family members. It is funded by the Government of Quebec's Secretariat for Seniors and staffed by counsellors who specialize in mistreatment, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day. Formerly known as the Elder Mistreatment Helpline (Ligne Aide Abus Aines).

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 1-888-489-2287 any day between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.; anonymous and bilingual.

A Government of Yukon service that responds when a senior or other adult is being abused, neglected or unable to care for themselves. Social workers plan next steps with the adult to reduce harm and improve safety, and callers can stay anonymous. Phone 911 if someone is in immediate danger.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Phone 867-456-3946 or toll-free 1-800-661-0408 extension 3946, Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm; all reports are handled by Adult Protection Services in Whitehorse.

The national office of the Alzheimer Society, a registered charity. It is a first point of contact after a dementia diagnosis: staff answer the line Monday to Friday and connect families to the Alzheimer Society in their own province, where local societies deliver the programs such as First Link, support groups and education.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 1-800-616-8816, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Eastern, or use the contact form at alzheimer.ca; for dementia programs the national office connects families to their local Alzheimer Society through alzheimer.ca/find.

First Link connects people living with dementia and their care partners to one on one support, education, and support groups, plus referral to the MINT Memory Clinic for memory assessment. This is a registered charity offering community based dementia support across Durham Region.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call the toll-free line, email intake@alzheimerdurham.com, or fill out the online First Link referral form on the contact page, and a First Link Coordinator will follow up; the MINT Memory Clinic needs a referral from a primary care provider.

A free program run by Alzheimer Society Peel, a registered charity, offering one on one information, care strategies, and emotional support for people living with dementia and their care partners across Peel Region. No diagnosis or referral is needed to connect with a Dementia Resource Consultant, and the related First Link program also takes doctor and agency referrals.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 905-278-3667 ext. 307 or email direct.support@alzheimerpeel.com to reach the dementia support team; no diagnosis or doctor's referral is needed, and a doctor or agency can also refer a family using the online First Link form.

A registered charity offering free support groups, one on one counselling, and education sessions for people with dementia and their care partners in Toronto. Support groups include options for young onset dementia, frontotemporal dementia, and Lewy body dementia, and the Society also runs the Active Minds Club day program for people diagnosed before age 65.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 416-322-6560, email info@alz.to, or fill out the online Get Started form, and an Intake Coordinator will follow up to plan next steps (a doctor can also send a referral).

A registered charity's adult day program for people diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or another dementia, running since 1985. Staff lead structured social and recreational activities at centres in Aurora, Thornhill, and Stouffville, giving caregivers a break during the day.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Families call 905-726-3477 (toll-free 1-888-414-5550) or reach the general inbox at info@alzheimer-york.com. Some programs, like the D.A.Y. Centre and First Link, also take direct referrals from doctors, hospitals, and family members.

Circle of Care's Adult Day Program in Vaughan gives adults with memory loss or physical frailty a supervised place to spend the day, with meals, activities, and caregiver respite. It is a program of a registered charity that is a system partner of Sinai Health, a non-profit community service.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call the main line at (416) 635-2860, or Ontario Health atHome at 1-833-515-1234 to be referred for government-funded home care.

A program of MedicAlert Foundation Canada, a registered charity, for people living with dementia who may wander or go missing. The subscriber wears a distinctive blue MedicAlert ID, and through the charity's Connect Protect partnership, 9-1-1 dispatchers, police, and paramedics across Canada can pull up the person's health record, wandering history, and caregiver contacts to bring them home safely. This is a charity subscription service, not a government program and not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 1-877-217-7449 to subscribe to Safe & Found, or sign up online at medicalert.ca/safe-and-found; general inquiries 1.800.668.1507, Monday to Friday 9 am to 6 pm Eastern.

A Region of Peel program, part of the Ontario government's Community Access to Long-Term Care pilot, that wraps dementia-focused primary care, geriatric specialists, social work, and adult day programming around seniors living at home in the community. Care is based at the Seniors Health and Wellness Village at Peel Manor in Brampton, with in-person and virtual visits.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 905-791-6905 ext. 1691 or email seniorsservices@peelregion.ca to ask about joining; the program confirms eligibility with the family.

A Government of Yukon day program at Whistle Bend Place in Whitehorse for seniors and Elders with mild to moderate memory loss, such as dementia. It offers group activities, meals, help with personal care and a break for family caregivers, Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Phone the admissions and assessment coordinator at 867-456-6806 or toll-free 1-800-661-0408 extension 6806; the coordinator completes the referral and arranges a tour.

Non-medical home support funded by the Government of BC and managed by United Way British Columbia. Local community agencies offer light housekeeping, grocery shopping, rides to appointments, friendly visits, yard work and snow shovelling so seniors can keep living at home.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Find your local Better at Home program with the map at betterathome.ca and contact it directly; the provincial office is 604-268-1312.

CHATS sends trained Home Support Workers and Personal Support Workers into a senior's own home for up to eight hours a month of help with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and personal care like bathing and dressing, with in-home relief for family caregivers. CHATS is a registered charity, so this is a non-profit community service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 905-713-6596 or toll-free 1-877-452-4287, or email seniorshelp@chats.on.ca; CHATS follows up for an initial visit and intake assessment before building an individualized care plan.

Personal Support Workers from Circle of Care help with bathing, dressing, meal prep, and light housekeeping in the client's own home, with relief for family caregivers. Circle of Care is a registered charity and a system partner of Sinai Health, so this is a non-profit community service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call the main line at (416) 635-2860, or Ontario Health atHome at 1-833-515-1234 to be referred for government-funded home care.

A City of Ottawa service that provides light housekeeping, including floors, bathrooms, laundry and kitchen cleaning, for low income residents who have a medical reason they cannot do the work themselves and little or no other help. A case worker confirms eligibility with a phone interview and a home visit.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 3-1-1 Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., press 1 for English then 4 for Community and Social Services.

A City of Toronto service, funded with the Province of Ontario, that sends a homemaker to help with light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping and meal preparation. It is for residents with limited income and assets who cannot manage these tasks on their own, and seniors are given priority.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 416-392-8579 to start a referral; an intake caseworker screens by phone, then visits the home to assess finances and need. There is a wait list.

A City of Toronto service where specially trained paramedics visit seniors at home to check blood pressure and medications, spot safety risks, and connect them with health and community supports. It helps seniors who call 911 often or who struggle to reach regular care, and includes homebound vaccinations in fall and winter.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Clients and caregivers can self-refer: call 416-397-4322 and press option 1, or email cphome@toronto.ca.

A City of Toronto service, funded by Ontario Health, that places personal support workers inside nine designated seniors apartment buildings. Tenants get help with personal care, light housekeeping, laundry, medication reminders and safety checks, with on-site staff available around the clock.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Tenants of a designated building can call 416-397-7400 or visit the Supportive Housing office in their building; others first need a unit in one of the nine buildings through social housing.

A registered charity providing in-home respite through Personal Support Workers, who give personal care, help with daily living, meal preparation, and light housekeeping so family caregivers in Durham Region can take a break. This is a non-profit community service, not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-888-255-6680 or fill out the online Request Service form on communitycaredurham.on.ca to book an appointment with a Central Intake Coordinator; the Adult Day Program additionally requires a separate referral from Ontario Health atHome (905-430-3308).

A Region of Durham Paramedic Services program where specially trained paramedics visit people with high care needs at home, offering health checks, diagnostic testing, remote monitoring and help connecting to other services. The goal is to keep seniors well at home and out of the emergency department.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Intake is by referral from Ontario Health atHome, a family doctor or paramedic services; families can call 289-404-7034 with questions about a referral.

The Region of Durham offers short respite stays of about one week to two months at Lakeview Manor, its long-term care home in Beaverton, so family caregivers can rest or travel. Short-stay residents receive the same care and services as long-stay residents, then return home.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Apply through Ontario Health atHome Central East at 905-430-3308 or 1-800-263-3877; Lakeview Manor's local line is 705-426-7388.

A Halton Region program giving seniors in designated buildings 24-hour access to personal support workers for bathing, dressing, medication help, meals, light housekeeping and safety checks, so they can keep living independently. Sites include Wellington Terrace and Bonnie Place in Burlington, the John R. Rhodes Residence in Oakville, and Martin House in Milton.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. For Oakville and Milton sites call the Central Registry at 905-281-4443; for Burlington sites call Home and Community Care at 905-639-5228 or 1-800-810-0000.

New Brunswick's home health care program, a Government of New Brunswick service that brings nurses, rehabilitation therapists, and other health professionals to your home. You, a family member, or any health care provider can send a request, and the Care Coordination Centre contacts the patient within two workdays.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Submit the online or printable request form at extramuralnb.ca, or call the Care Coordination Centre at 1-844-982-7367.

A Government of New Brunswick program that helps seniors stay independent at home with personal care such as bathing and grooming, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and relief for family caregivers. A Social Development social worker visits to assess what services are needed.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call the Department of Social Development at 1-833-733-7835 to ask for a long-term care assessment.

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador's home support program for seniors who need help with daily living. After a clinical assessment, families choose agency-managed care, self-managed care, or paid family caregiving, covering personal care, housekeeping, meals, and respite for caregivers.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call the NL Health Services intake line for your zone: Eastern Urban 709-752-4835, Eastern Rural 709-786-5217, Central 1-833-210-8491, Western 1-866-566-3787, Labrador-Grenfell 1-833-284-4751; an income-based assessment decides how much the province pays.

The Government of Nova Scotia's home care program, delivered through Nova Scotia Health. One call starts an assessment for nursing visits, personal care, essential housekeeping, and respite that gives family caregivers a break, either at home or in a licensed facility.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 1-800-225-7225 (8:30 am to 4:30 pm, seven days a week); a Care Coordinator arranges an in-home assessment.

A Government of Nunavut program that sends helpers and nurses into the home for house cleaning, meals, personal care, wound care, respite for family caregivers and rehabilitation. Anyone enrolled in the Nunavut Health Care Plan can ask for it themselves through their community health centre, no doctor's referral needed.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Ask at your community health centre or local home care office, or phone the Territorial Home and Continuing Care Program at 867-975-5941; you can refer yourself or a family member.

A Government of the Northwest Territories service that provides nursing, personal care, homemaking, respite, equipment loans and palliative support so people can stay in their own homes. Anyone with a valid NWT health care card can be referred for an assessment through their regional home care office or community health centre.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Phone your regional home care office: Yellowknife 867-920-3338, Beaufort-Delta 867-777-8150, Dehcho 867-695-7075, Fort Smith 867-872-6222, Hay River 867-874-7208, Sahtu 867-587-3650, Tlicho 867-392-6612; territorial office 867-767-9030.

Ontario's public home and community care agency, a Government of Ontario Crown agency formerly known as Home and Community Care Support Services. Provides nursing, personal support, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and other in-home care coordinated by a care coordinator, covered through OHIP for people with a valid Ontario health card.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-833-515-1234, available 7 days a week 365 days a year, and the call is automatically routed to the nearest local office; anyone, including the person themselves, a family member, or a doctor, can start a referral.

An independent office of the Ontario government that takes complaints about public hospitals, long-term care homes, home and community care, and surgical and diagnostic centres. It is free, and staff work to resolve concerns the organization itself could not fix.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Use the organization's own complaint process first; then complain online at patientombudsman.ca or call. Note the office closes at 12:30 p.m. on Thursdays.

A Government of Prince Edward Island program, run by Health PEI, that wraps a geriatric care team around frail seniors with complex health needs so they can stay at home longer and leave hospital sooner. A nurse practitioner coordinates care with your doctor and Home Care.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. A referral is required from your doctor, nurse practitioner, geriatrician, or Home Care Coordinator; questions go to your local Home Care office (Charlottetown (902) 368-4790).

The Government of Prince Edward Island's public home care service, run by Health PEI. Nurses, home support workers, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, and social workers come to your home, and the same team handles palliative care and long-term care assessments.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. You, family, or your doctor can send the Home Care Referral form to your local office: Charlottetown (902) 368-4790, Summerside (902) 888-8440, Montague (902) 838-0786, Souris (902) 687-7096, O'Leary (902) 859-8730.

A Region of Peel service that gives family caregivers a planned break: the person they care for stays overnight in a safe, staffed setting at the Seniors Health and Wellness Village at Peel Manor in Brampton (stays of about one to two weeks) or the Davis Centre in Caledon. Daily activities and personal care are included.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call the Integrated Care Coordinator at 905-791-6905 ext. 7663 or email seniorsservices@peelregion.ca; booking 6 to 8 weeks ahead is recommended, and short-notice stays are sometimes possible.

One phone number that connects Toronto seniors and their caregivers to home care referrals, community supports, counselling and crisis help. It is publicly funded through Ontario Health and answered by WoodGreen Community Services with partner agencies, 365 days a year, with interpretation in over 100 languages.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 416-217-2077 (or 1-877-621-2077 long distance); calls are answered 365 days a year and interpretation is available in over 100 languages.

A Veterans Affairs Canada program that pays for housekeeping, grounds maintenance, meal preparation, personal care and other supports so veterans can keep living in their own homes. Some survivors and primary caregivers of deceased veterans can also receive housekeeping and grounds maintenance funding.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call Veterans Affairs Canada at 1-866-522-2122, Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm local time, or apply online through My VAC Account.

VON Home Support sends personal support workers into people's homes for bathing, dressing, light housekeeping, mobility help, and medication supervision in Mississauga, South Etobicoke (Toronto), and Brampton. VON Canada is a national registered charity, and this program is part of Ontario's public home and community care system, reached through a referral rather than a direct booking.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Families can call VON's national toll-free line, but most of the specific programs below require a referral through Ontario Health atHome (formerly Home and Community Care Support Services) rather than a direct booking, so the fastest path is usually the regional number listed for each program.

York Region helps cover the cost of an in-home homemaker for residents with a temporary or permanent illness or disability who meet financial need requirements. Homemakers help with laundry, meals and light housekeeping so people can keep living at home.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call Access York at 1-877-464-9675 to apply; eligibility includes both the health need and a financial assessment.

A Government of Yukon program that brings nursing, home support, therapy, palliative, rehabilitation and respite care into homes across the territory. You can refer yourself or a family member by phone, and home care staff visit to assess what is needed.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Phone to arrange an assessment: Whitehorse 867-667-5774 (toll-free 1-877-667-5774), Dawson City 867-993-5029, Haines Junction 867-634-7510, Watson Lake 867-536-5256; staff complete the referral form with you over the phone.

A Government of British Columbia PharmaCare plan for people who choose to receive end-of-life care at home. It covers 100 percent of palliative medications on the Plan P list, and medical supplies and equipment come through your health authority.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Your doctor or nurse practitioner registers you; coverage is usually in place within a day. PharmaCare questions: 1-800-663-7100.

A registered charity offering hospice palliative care from a 12 suite residence in Etobicoke plus a home based palliative care team. It serves Etobicoke, west Toronto and part of east Mississauga. Both the residence and the home team need a doctor's referral, and both are free to patients and families.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. A doctor faxes a referral form for the hospice residence or the home based palliative care team, but families can also call the main line or the 24 hour helpline to ask questions, and grief and bereavement support can be self-referred online without a doctor.

A registered charity that has provided community hospice care in Mississauga since 1985. Trained staff and volunteers visit people with a life limiting illness in their own homes and offer grief and bereavement support, including a youth program that also reaches grieving families in Brampton, all at no cost to patients and caregivers.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. A family calls the Hospice Palliative Helpline at 905-667-1865 or fills out one of four online referral forms on the Hospice Mississauga site, no doctor referral needed.

A registered charity that sends trained volunteers into a person's home to provide practical, emotional, and spiritual support for someone with a life-threatening illness, plus respite so family caregivers can rest. All services are free of charge.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Families and individuals can self-refer by calling the office at 416-364-1666; organizations refer using the Toronto Central Palliative Care Network Common Referral Form faxed to 416-364-2231.

Part of Ontario's public health system. Hospice palliative care nurse practitioners provide direct clinical care, pain and symptom management, and support in the home for people with a life-limiting illness, plus referrals to respite care, visiting volunteers, hospice day programs, hospice residences, and bereavement support.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-833-515-1234, available 7 days a week 365 days a year, and the call is automatically routed to the nearest local office; anyone, including the person themselves, a family member, or a doctor, can start a referral.

Physicians from the Temmy Latner Centre visit patients with serious, life-limiting illness in their own homes across Central Toronto and North York. It is a hospital-affiliated program of Sinai Health, part of the public hospital system, and a physician referral is required to start care.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. A physician faxes a referral form to the Temmy Latner Centre; there is no self-referral route listed on Sinai Health's own site.

The government delegated authority that licenses Ontario's funeral homes, cemeteries and crematoriums under provincial law. Families can check that a provider is licensed, read plain language guides on funeral costs and their rights, and file a complaint if something goes wrong (toll free 1-844-493-6356).

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 647-483-2645 (toll free 1-844-493-6356) or use the public register and complaint forms at thebao.ca.

City of Hamilton financial help toward a basic funeral, burial or cremation when a Hamilton resident dies without enough money in their estate to cover it. The family member or friend handling arrangements must contact the city before signing any funeral home contract, because costs cannot be repaid afterward.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Special Supports at 905-546-2590 right after the death, and before signing anything with a funeral home or cemetery.

Through its Essential Health and Social Supports program, the City of Ottawa helps pay cremation and burial costs when a low income resident dies and their estate and family cannot cover a basic funeral. Families should call before finalizing arrangements with a funeral home.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 3-1-1 Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., press 1 for English then 4 for Community and Social Services, before making funeral arrangements.

A City of Toronto program that covers basic funeral, burial or cremation costs for Toronto residents who die without enough money in their estate, when family cannot pay. Families should call before finalizing arrangements with a funeral home.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 416-338-8888 and select option 4 before making funeral arrangements.

A registered national charity that helps families put end-of-life wishes in writing and understand their legal options. It offers free downloadable Advance Care Planning kits for every province, a support team that answers questions about end-of-life rights and medical assistance in dying, and trained volunteers who serve as the independent witness the law requires on a MAID request, including by video call. This is a charity, not a government agency and not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call the Support Team at 1-844-395-3640 or email support@dyingwithdignity.ca for end-of-life questions; request an independent witness through the online form, and download free province-specific Advance Care Planning kits from the website.

ServiceOntario, the Ontario government's service counter, is the only official source for Ontario death certificates, which families need to cancel a health card, claim insurance and settle the estate. Order online for $15, by mail or in person; regular online orders arrive in about 15 business days.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Order online at services.ontario.ca, by mail, or in person at the Toronto and Ottawa centres; call 1-800-267-8097 with questions.

A Veterans Affairs Canada program, delivered by the nonprofit Last Post Fund, that helps pay funeral, burial and grave marker costs so eligible veterans receive a dignified funeral. Families apply through the Last Post Fund within one year of the veteran's death.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call the Last Post Fund at 1-800-465-7113 to apply; applications must be submitted within one year of the veteran's death.

The Canadian Red Cross, a registered charity, lends wheelchairs, walkers, bath seats, commodes, crutches, and canes to Albertans recovering at home or receiving palliative care, usually for about three months. Depots operate in Edmonton, Medicine Hat, and Grande Prairie. This is a charity service, not a government office and not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. A referral from a health care professional is required. The Alberta program asks families to email ABHELPProgram@redcross.ca to reach any depot; the phone shown is the Edmonton HELP Depot.

The Canadian Red Cross, a registered charity, lends wheelchairs, walkers, bath seats, commodes, and other home health equipment across British Columbia, usually for about three months while someone recovers or receives palliative care at home. This is a charity service run with the province's health authorities, not a government office and not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. A referral from a doctor, nurse, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, or chiropractor is required; call the regional HELP line to arrange the loan.

The Canadian Red Cross, a registered charity, lends wheelchairs, walkers, bath safety gear, and other home health equipment to Newfoundland and Labrador residents for about three months while they recover at home, with hospital bed delivery available in some areas. This is a charity service, not a government office and not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. A referral from a health care professional is required; call the NL Provincial Office in St. John's at (709) 758-8400.

The Canadian Red Cross, a registered charity, lends wheelchairs, walkers, bath safety gear, and commodes to Nova Scotians for about three months, and also runs a Bed Loan Program that delivers and installs home-use hospital beds for as long as they are needed, plus specialized mobility aids for seniors in long-term care. This is a charity service, not a government office and not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. A recommendation form from a health care professional is required; the Dartmouth Service Centre at (902) 423-3680 is the main depot, with others findable through redcross.ca.

The Canadian Red Cross, a registered charity, lends wheelchairs, walkers, bath seats, and other home health equipment to Island residents for about three months, and runs a hospital bed loan program with delivery to some parts of PEI. This is a charity service, not a government office and not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. A referral from a health care professional is required; call the Prince Edward Island Branch in Charlottetown at (902) 628-6262.

The Canadian Red Cross, a registered charity, lends wheelchairs, walkers, bath safety gear, and other home health equipment to Yukon residents through its Northern BC and Yukon region, usually for about three months during recovery or palliative care at home. This is a charity service, not a government office and not a privately vetted company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. A referral from a health care professional is required; call the Northern BC and Yukon regional line at 250.564.6566.

A City of Hamilton program that pays for health related equipment and services for residents with low incomes, including grab bars, bath and toilet aids, canes and walkers, emergency response systems, eyeglasses, dentures, taxi rides to medical appointments and adult day program fees. Apply before buying anything, because items already purchased cannot be funded.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply through the online Special Supports benefits application; a note or prescription from a doctor or health professional is usually required. Call 905-546-2590 or email support@hamilton.ca with questions.

James Bay New Horizons, a not for profit society, lends mobility scooters, walkers, raised toilet seats and wheelchairs to members for short or long term use. A non-profit community service.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 250-386-3035 or visit 234 Menzies Street in Victoria, Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

A Government of Newfoundland and Labrador program that provides basic medical equipment and supplies, such as wheelchairs, walkers, oxygen equipment, and orthotics, to people living at home who meet income rules.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Apply through the NL Health Services intake line for your zone (Eastern Urban 709-752-4835); a financial assessment checks eligibility.

A Government of Nova Scotia program that loans fully electric hospital-style beds, pressure reduction mattresses, and bed rails to people who need them at home, free of charge.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Continuing Care at 1-800-225-7225; a Care Coordinator assesses whether a specialized bed is appropriate.

A Government of Nova Scotia program that provides manual and electric wheelchairs, new and recycled, to low-income seniors who need one for daily activities at home and in the community.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Continuing Care at 1-800-225-7225 to check eligibility and book an assessment.

An Ontario government program that pays 75 percent of the approved price of mobility equipment such as wheelchairs, power scooters and wheeled walkers. People receiving Ontario Works or ODSP support pay nothing.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Get assessed by an occupational therapist or physiotherapist registered with ADP before buying; they help complete the application and the vendor submits it.

A free information line from Osteoporosis Canada, a registered charity. Trained volunteer counsellors answer questions about bone health, osteoporosis and preventing broken bones, send helpful information and point callers to resources near them. A good call after a fracture or a fall risk warning.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call the toll-free information line at 1-800-463-6842 (in Canada only) and leave a message if no one picks up; a trained volunteer counsellor will help.

A RAMQ program (Government of Quebec) that pays for wheelchairs, walking aids, orthoses, prostheses and posture aids for insured Quebecers with a physical impairment. Devices come through authorized public rehabilitation facilities and approved laboratories. Scooters and walkers fall under separate government assistive device programs.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Go to an authorized public rehabilitation facility (or an authorized laboratory for orthoses and prostheses); a medical prescription is sometimes required.

A Revenu Quebec refundable tax credit for people 70 and over that pays back part of the cost of buying, leasing and installing equipment that helps them keep living at home, and of stays in a functional rehabilitation transition unit after a hospital stay. It is a Government of Quebec benefit claimed through the income tax return.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Keep receipts and claim the credit at line 462 of the Quebec income tax return.

A registered charity that lends assistive devices for daily living, so a senior can try one out before deciding whether to buy it. This is a non-profit community service, not a private company.

Verified by us 2026-08-07. Call 1-506-633-8781 or drop in at Brunswick Square, 3rd Level, 39 King Street, Saint John.

A Government of Saskatchewan program that provides equipment and supplies to people with physical disabilities and certain chronic conditions so they can live independently at home. It includes wheelchair and special needs equipment loans plus programs for prosthetics, orthotics, home oxygen, CPAP machines, and compression garments.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. You need a referral from an authorized health care professional such as a doctor or therapist; call SAIL toll-free at 1-888-787-8996 or 306-787-7121 with questions.

A Government of Manitoba office that receives and investigates reports of abuse or neglect of adults in personal care homes, hospitals, and other designated health facilities. Families who are worried about how a loved one is being treated in care can report their concerns here.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call 204-788-6366 in Winnipeg or 1-866-440-6366 toll free, or email protection@gov.mb.ca; in an emergency call 911 first and report to the office when safe.

The Government of New Brunswick's front door to nursing home care. The Department of Social Development approves all nursing home admissions after assessing a person's health and social needs, and families who cannot afford the full cost can apply for financial assistance.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call the Department of Social Development at 1-833-733-7835 to start a long-term care assessment.

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador's route into long-term care homes, which provide 24-hour nursing, and personal care homes, which provide supervision and support. One clinical assessment through NL Health Services starts the placement process, with an income-based subsidy for those who cannot pay the full cost.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call your zone's NL Health Services intake line (Eastern Urban 709-752-4835) to request an assessment; the same call covers home support, personal care homes, and long-term care.

The Government of Nova Scotia's front door to nursing homes and residential care facilities. A Continuing Care Coordinator assesses your needs, helps choose the right option, and handles the application and wait list.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Call Continuing Care at 1-800-225-7225 to arrange an assessment.

Ontario Health atHome is the Ontario government agency every family goes through to apply for a long-term care home. A care coordinator assesses eligibility, helps you compare and choose homes anywhere in Ontario, and manages the application and wait list.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-833-515-1234 or start with the online request form; a care coordinator guides the rest of the process.

The Ontario Ministry of Long-Term Care's line for concerns and complaints about long-term care homes. Call if a resident is being harmed or a problem is not being fixed; the ministry can send an inspector, and urgent complaints can get same-day action.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Call 1-866-434-0144, 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., 7 days a week; complaints can also be mailed or emailed to the ministry.

The Government of Prince Edward Island's route into public and private nursing homes. A Health PEI Care Coordinator assesses whether nursing home care is needed, then you choose up to three homes for the wait list.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Start with your local Home Care office (Charlottetown (902) 368-4790); a Care Coordinator completes the assessment and manages the wait list.

RAMQ, the Government of Quebec's health insurance board, sets the monthly amount you pay for room and board in a public long-term care home (CHSLD) or other public facility. Care itself is free; the room costs up to $2,242.20 a month for a private room, and families who cannot afford the set amount can apply for a reduction based on ability to pay.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Placement is arranged through your CISSS or CIUSSS assessment; once admitted, RAMQ mails the notice of decision and you can file an Application for Exemption or Re-Evaluation to lower the amount.

The regulator that licenses retirement homes across Ontario under the province's Retirement Homes Act. Before choosing a home, families can search its free public database for licence status and inspection history, and anyone can call to complain or report harm to a resident.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. Search the database online or call 1-855-ASK-RHRA (1-855-275-7472); reports of harm can be made by anyone, not just residents.

A Government of Saskatchewan benefit that gives seniors monthly financial help with the cost of living in a licensed personal care home. It tops up a resident's monthly income toward a $3,500 threshold, based on income and marital status.

Verified by us 2026-08-06. Download the application form and send it with your GIS entitlement letter or recent tax return to the Ministry of Social Services Client Service Centre in Regina by mail, email, or fax; call 1-855-544-7242 with questions.

A Government of Canada program that helps pay nursing home costs for veterans who need 24-hour personal and nursing care. The veteran pays a capped monthly amount toward room and meals, currently $1,236.90, and Veterans Affairs Canada helps with eligible care costs beyond that.

Verified by us 2026-08-05. The veteran must first be admitted to a long-term care home, then the family applies through My VAC Account online or mails application package VAC1503APe; call 1-866-522-2122 for help.