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If you have a disability, Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) employment supports can help you find and keep a job, or advance your career. Community-based service providers across Ontario deliver ODSP employment supports.
Eligible Applicants
To qualify for employment supports, you must:
- be at least 16 years old
- be an Ontario resident
- be legally allowed to work in Canada
- have a substantial physical or mental disability that is expected to last a year or more, and makes it hard for you to find or keep a job
Eligible Expenses
Everyone’s path to employment is different. That’s why there are many kinds of Ontario Disability Support Program Employment Supports. Here are some examples:
- help preparing for work
- help finding a job that is right for you
- help keeping a job
- job coaching
- on-the-job training
- help to move to the next level in your career
- software and mobility devices that can help you do your job
- interpreter or intervenor services
- transportation assistance
- assistive devices and training to use them
- tools and equipment you need for your job
- special clothing for your job
- specialized computer training
- other items you may need
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Contact Name: Government of Ontario - Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade Communications Branch
Phone Number: 1-800-387-5656
Website: https://www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/social/odsp/employment_support/