Find a Doctor
How to find a family doctor, nurse practitioner or specialist and details about the Health Care Connect program.
Most Requested
Dental Care Plan
For eligible residents, the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) can make the cost of dental care more affordable.
Renew Your Health Card
To continue receiving OHIP coverage, your health card must be valid and up to date.
Accessing Health Care
Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)
- Learn how to apply for OHIP and what documents you need.
- Find out who qualifies for OHIP health coverage in Ontario.
- Learn how to register your newborn for OHIP.
- Parents of adopted children arriving from another country can apply for OHIP as soon as their child arrives in Ontario.
- If you are a spouse or dependant of a Canadian Forces member, or a reservist deployed into active service, you may qualify for immediate OHIP coverage.
Find Health Care Services
- Find a family doctor, nurse practitioner, or medical specialist.
- Locate health care services available in your community.
- Get information and advice about wait times across Ontario.
- Access fast, free medical advice through Telehealth Ontario.
Assistive Devices Funding Support
- If you have a long-term physical disability, you may qualify for the Assistive Devices Program (ADP), which helps cover the cost of medical equipment and supplies.
Flu Prevention & Vaccinations
- Learn how to protect yourself and your family from the flu, and recognize common symptoms.
- Find out where you can get your flu vaccine.
- The flu vaccine is safe for children and during pregnancy—learn where to get it for your child to help keep your family protected.
- Understand how and when to get vaccinated or immunized against preventable diseases such as measles, tetanus, whooping cough, and chickenpox.
Long-Term Care
- Learn what long-term care is and the types of services these homes provide.
- Find out how to search for and choose a long-term care home in your community.
- Learn how the Long-Term Care Home Rate Reduction Program can help low-income residents pay for basic accommodation.
- Find out how to make a complaint about a long-term care home if you have concerns about care or safety.
Ontario Drug Benefit Program
- Get help paying for prescription medications if you qualify for the Ontario Drug Benefit (ODB) program.
- The Low-Income Seniors Co-Payment Program helps eligible low-income seniors reduce their ODB deductible even further.
- Find out whether your medication is covered under the Ontario Drug Benefit.
- Learn about the Exceptional Access Program, which may help with the cost of medications not covered by the ODB.
Supportive Housing
- Explore the different types of supportive housing options available for individuals who need help with daily living.
Trillium Drug Program
- If your household has high prescription drug costs compared to its income, you may qualify for help through the Trillium Drug Program.
Early Childhood Care
Infant & Children’s Health
- Healthy Smiles Ontario: A free dental program for eligible children and youth aged 17 and under.
- Learn about the Infant Hearing Program and the services available if your baby has hearing loss.
- Understand the Preschool Speech and Language Program and where to find support.
- Access the Blind–Low Vision Early Intervention Program, which helps children who are blind or have low vision get the best possible start.
Pregnancy & Parenthood
- Access information to help parents give their children the best possible start.
- Find out if you qualify for government-funded fertility treatments and how to begin the process.
- Learn about Newborn Screening Ontario, which tests newborns for serious but treatable conditions that may not show symptoms at birth.
- Explore the Healthy Babies Healthy Children program, which connects parents and newborns with supports during the early stages of life.
Health Canada
Dental Care
- Learn more about the Canada Dental Care Plan and how it may help with dental care costs.
Drug Product Database
- Search the Drug Product Database for details on medications approved for use in Canada.
Product Recalls
- Find up-to-date information on product recalls and safety alerts.
Mental Health
Children & Youth Supports
- Kids Help Phone: Available 24/7 for children and youth (18 and under) who need someone to talk to.
- Call 1-800-668-6868 for phone, text, or online support.
- Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK): Provides mental health support for children and families.
- Woodview Mental Health & Autism Services: Offers a range of free programs for children and youth experiencing anxiety, depression, or other challenges at home or school—including counselling, day treatment, group therapy, intensive supports, and early intervention.
Mental Health Services
- Learn what mental health services are and the supports available in Ontario.
- Understand the signs and symptoms that may indicate someone needs mental health help.
Youth & Adult Supports
- BounceBack: A free, evidence-based CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) program for adults and youth 15+, offering self-help workbooks, online videos, and phone coaching.
- Canadian Mental Health Association (Hamilton): Offers free call-in counselling for anyone 16+ during times of stress or uncertainty.
- ConnexOntario: Provides information and support for adults and frontline workers dealing with mental health, addiction, or gambling issues.
- Good2Talk: Provides confidential mental health support for post-secondary students.
- Canada Mental Health Support: Connects individuals with resources, counselling, and professional support for mental health and substance use concerns.