Through the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Program, the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care covers most of the cost of prescription drug products listed in the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) Formulary.

If you belong to one of the following groups of Ontario residents and you have valid Ontario Health Insurance (OHIP), you are eligible for drug coverage under the ODB Program:

•  people 65 years of age and older
•  residents of long-term care facilities
•  residents of Homes for Special Care
•  people receiving professional services under the Home Care program
•  Trillium Drug Program recipients

In addition, if you are receiving social assistance (General Welfare or Family Benefits Assistance), you are eligible for ODB coverage.

You do not need to apply for ODB. You only need to go to your pharmacy with your OHIP card and identification showing proof of age.

Contact Information:
Call ServiceOntario, Infoline at 1-866-532-3161
TTY 1-800-387-5559.
In Toronto, TTY 416-327-4282
Hours of operation : 8:30am - 5:00pm

Additional Information available at:
Ontario Public Drug Programs health.gov.on.ca/en/public/programs/drugs/default.aspx