Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Payment Update: February 2026
Updated on February 24, 2026 (Toronto time)
If you receive ODSP, the most important thing to track each month is the deposit date and any rate changes. ODSP payments are generally issued on the last business day of the month, with December sometimes released earlier.
February 2026 ODSP payment date
Next ODSP payment: Friday, February 27, 2026
This matches the Ontario rule that ODSP payments are issued on the last business day of the month.
Next payment after February: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 (last business day of March)
ODSP payment amount in 2026 (single person)
Ontario’s ODSP overview notes that a single person’s payment could be up to $1,408 for basic needs and shelter combined.
Important details:
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“Up to” is a maximum example, not what everyone receives.
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Your actual amount can change based on things like:
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shelter costs
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family size
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other income
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specific approved benefits/allowances
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What ODSP is (and what it includes)
ODSP is a provincial income and benefits program for Ontario residents with disabilities who are in financial need. It can include:
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income support (basic needs + shelter)
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health benefits (for example, drug coverage and other supports, depending on your situation)
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employment supports for people who can and want to work
Last ODSP rate increase (what we can confirm)
Ontario’s ODSP page still uses the up to $1,408 figure as an example.
Separate Ontario communications in 2025 also described ODSP rate changes tied to inflation, but ODSP rate details can vary by benefit type and personal situation.
If you want to confirm your exact monthly breakdown, check your MyBenefits account or your most recent ODSP statement.
ODSP and the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB)
Ontario has stated it intends to exempt the Canada Disability Benefit as income so ODSP (and other social assistance) recipients can receive the federal benefit without reductions to provincial assistance.
For the federal rules and program details, use the official Government of Canada pages:
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Canada Disability Benefit overview
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About the CDB program
FAQs
When is the ODSP payment for February 2026?
February 27, 2026 (last business day of the month).
How much is ODSP for a single person in 2026?
Ontario says it could be up to $1,408 for basic needs and shelter combined, depending on your situation.
Will the Canada Disability Benefit reduce my ODSP?
Ontario has said the CDB will be exempt as income for social assistance. Always confirm with your ODSP office if you have a complex file.
What’s the difference between ODSP and Ontario Works?
ODSP is for people with disabilities who qualify financially; Ontario Works is general social assistance. (They also differ in rules and supports.)
Reality check (what to keep in mind)
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Payment dates are predictable, but bank posting times can vary (especially if you’re not on direct deposit).
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The maximum amount is not automatic—your ODSP total depends on your file details.
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Policy rules (including exemptions like the CDB treatment) can change, so it’s smart to rely on Ontario.ca and Canada.ca pages for official updates.
