by Timothy Edward, Local Journalism Initiative reporter

The Canadian Dental Care Plan has now expanded to cover all age groups. As of today, the federal plan — which was first rolled out to seniors and children in Dec. 2023 — is now available to Canadians aged 35 to 54, which was the last age group to become eligible.

To see eligibility requirements for the Canadian Dental Care Plan and to apply, please click here.

On May 1, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the accelerated rollout of the dental plan that has taken place over the course of the past month.

“Because of this plan, millions of people can now afford to see a dentist — some for the first time in decades,” Carney said. “Soon, millions more will get that same care.”