Provincial Programs

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)

The Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Mandatory Special Necessities (MSN) benefit can help eligible recipients with the cost of diabetic supplies, such as syringes, alcohol swabs and blood glucose monitors; and surgical supplies, surgical dressings and incontinence supplies.

Eligibility for ODSP depends on medical and financial circumstances. The applicant must meet the programs definition of a person with a disability, or be a member of a prescribed class. The applicant must also be in financial need and have assets no greater than the program limits. 

ODSP program information

ODSP eligibility information

Apply for ODSP

• Contact your local ODSP office Office Locator (gov.on.ca) to request the Mandatory Special Necessities form and have it filled out by your family doctor/physician; an extended class registered nurse or a registered nurse or an enterostomal therapist.

Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD)

If you are a parent or guardian who is caring for a child with a severe disability you may be able to get financial support through the Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD) Program. This program provides financial support for low-income and moderate-income families to cover some of the extra costs of caring for a child who has a severe disability. 

Eligibility and funding amount depends on the family’s size and income, severity of the disability, and the extraordinary costs associated with care for your child’s disability.

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Easter Seals Ontario

The Easter Seals Society Ontario provides an incontinence supply program for families of children with severe disabilities where the disability results in chronic incontinence.

• Under the Easter Seals program, children (aged 3-5) are eligible for $400 and children (aged 6-17) are eligible for $900 in incontinence supplies, in two semi-annual instalments.

• Applicants should contact Easter Seals at 1-888-377-5437.

• Dependent children are eligible through the MSN Surgical Supplies and Dressings category for the amount above that which is provided by the Easter Seals program.

Workers Compensation

If you were injured at work and as a result need to use catheters for bladder management, WSIB (Workplace Safety & Insurance Board) should cover your catheter requirements. 

If you are purchasing catheters for the first time, you will require a prescription from your doctor. Send the prescription along with this completed letter to WSIB for approval.

There may be a better catheter option for you.

1. Ask for samples of SpeediCath® catheters*. Simply click here "Free SpeediCath® Samples" to order.

2. Talk to your doctor - ask for a prescription for SpeediCath® catheters. SpeediCath® catheters are single use only so the prescription should be for the number of times you need to catheterize daily, typically 4-5 catheters per day (one for every time you need to empty your bladder).

3. Ask your doctor to complete and sign the Coloplast Intermittent Catheter Letter of Recommendation. Simply click on the letter on this page, download the letter and send it to your doctor. This letter outlines the issue(s) you are having and why you need to use SpeediCath®.

4. Submit the prescription and letter to WSIB for approval.

5. Upon approval, take your prescription and go to one of the preferred WSIB suppliers to purchase your catheters.

6. WSIB's three preferred suppliers: Medical Mart, Motion Specialties, and Shoppers Wellwise

7. Ask your supplier to bill WSIB directly.

*Limitations apply

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Auto Insurance

If you sustained a catastrophic injury due to an auto accident, you may qualify for catheter coverage.

Settlements / lump sum payouts can take many years. During that time, the insurance company covers catheters as recommended by the physician and is dependent on individual adjustor approval. The client usually receives a report at time of settlement itemizing products and services currently being covered and their associated annual costs - it is up to client to manage the settlement amount and associated expenses for their lifetime. The insurance company will no longer be involved once the client settles.

It is important that you are using the best catheter option for you.

1. Ask for samples of SpeediCath® catheters*. Simply click here “Free SpeediCath® Samples" to order. 

2. Talk to your doctor - ask for a prescription for SpeediCath® catheters. SpeediCath® catheters are single use only so the prescription should be for the number of times you need to catheterize daily, typically 4-5 catheters per day (one for every time you need to empty your bladder).

3. Ask your doctor to complete and sign the Coloplast Intermittent Catheter Letter of Recommendation. Simply click on the letter on this page, download the letter and send it to your doctor. This letter outlines the issue(s) you are having and why you need to use SpeediCath®.

4. Send SpeediCath® prescription and support letter to your auto insurance to request approval.

*Limitations apply

Municipal Programs

Some municipalities offer their own health support programs or supporting services. Often geared towards low-income populations. Check with your local municipality to see if there are any additional support options available to you.