There are several ways to obtain an ODSP application form, including visiting a local ODSP office, downloading the form from the Ministry of Community and Social Services website or the Ontario government website, or picking one up from a community agency or public library. Applicants can also request a form be mailed to them by phone or online. It's essential to ensure that the application form is completed accurately and submitted with all required documentation to avoid delays in processing.

If you are already receiving or applying for Ontario Works (the provincial welfare program), you can obtain ODSP forms through your OW caseworker. In fact, many applicants begin on Ontario Works and are then “referred” to ODSP for medical review. If you believe you have a long-term disability, tell your OW worker. They will provide you with the and help you initiate the transfer process.

Information on total monthly income and assets (bank statements, investments). Housing costs and other disability-related expenses.

In rare cases, if you are homebound and cannot access an office or community partner, you can request forms by mail. Write a letter to:

For those with internet access, the form is mere seconds away. The Ontario government has digitized the entrance to the system. You can find the "Application for Assistance" form directly on the Ontario.ca website. This is the most convenient method; you can fill it out on your screen, save your progress, and hit submit without ever touching a printer. It is the modern, streamlined path to starting your journey.