Canadian Dental Care Plan Coverage Requires Renewal by June 1 The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) requires annual renewal to maintain coverage, with the 2026 renewal window opening April 15 and closing June 1. Over 6.3 million Canadians must renew their coverage to avoid a gap in benefits. Failure to renew by the deadline means coverage will lapse after June 30, 2026 and any dental services received during that period will not be covered or reimbursed retroactively. Who Needs to Renew All current CDCP members must renew their coverage each year to confirm continued eligibility. The plan is not automatically renewed, so members must take action annually to verify they still meet the program’s requirements, including having an adjusted family net income below $90,000 and lacking access to other dental insurance. How to Renew Renewal can be completed starting April 15, 2026, through several official channels: – Online via the CDCP portal at Canada.ca – By phone at 1-833-537-4342 – In person at a Service Canada office – By mail Before beginning the renewal process, members should file their 2025 taxes and obtain their Notice of Assessment from the Canada Revenue Agency, as this document is required to verify income eligibility. Additional information needed includes Social Insurance Number, CDCP client number, current contact details, and any changes in marital status or address. What Happens If You Miss the Deadline If renewal is not completed by June 1, 2026, CDCP coverage will end on June 30, 2026. Coverage can be reinstated once the renewal is processed, but there will be a gap during which dental expenses must be paid out of pocket. Processing typically takes a few weeks, and members will receive a confirmation letter upon approval. Staying Informed Members should ensure their contact information is up to date with Service Canada to receive renewal notifications. The government does not automatically renew coverage, so proactive action is necessary each year. For assistance, individuals can call the toll-free number or visit Canada.ca/dental. Annual renewal ensures uninterrupted access to dental care benefits under the CDCP, which covers a range of services including preventive care, fillings, extractions, and dentures, subject to the plan’s coverage limits and frequency guidelines. By renewing on time, members avoid coverage gaps and continue to receive support for essential dental care.
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