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Ontario ODSP payment scheduled for October 30, 2026
Ontario ODSP recipients will receive their next payment on Friday, October 30, 2026. The deposit continues the 1.9% inflation adjustment applied on July 1, 2026 and is the fourth consecutive monthly payment at the higher rate. Ontario Works recipients also receive a payment on the same day covering November living expenses.
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At a glance
- What changes
- ODSP payment on October 30 reflects the 1.9% inflation adjustment
- Timing
- Payment issued on the last business day of the month
- Who is affected
- All Ontario Disability Support Program and Ontario Works recipients
The details
- Takes effect
- Friday, October 30, 2026
- Previous rule
- Before the July 1, 2026 adjustment, ODSP rates had remained largely stagnant for years despite rising costs, with the last inflation indexing occurring in September 2022.
- New rule
- From July 1, 2026 onward, ODSP core rates include a 1.9% inflation increase, and the October 30 deposit reflects this higher amount for the fourth month in a row.
Payment schedule and inflation adjustment
The Ontario government will deposit ODSP funds on Friday, October 30, 2026, which is the last business day of the month. This payment continues the 1.9% inflation adjustment that was applied to core ODSP rates on July 1, 2026. The adjustment is part of an annual indexing process that began in September 2022 and has produced five consecutive increases.
Rate amounts and program differences
A single recipient collecting the maximum ODSP income support will receive up to $1,436. Couples and families with dependants qualify for higher amounts under the program’s tiered structure. Ontario Works recipients also receive a payment on October 30, but their amount remains frozen at $733 per month, covering November 2026 living expenses.
Earnings exemption and additional benefits
ODSP recipients can earn up to $1,000 per month from employment without any reduction to their support payment. Earnings above that threshold are reduced at a rate of 75 cents for each additional dollar. Full‑time students on ODSP are exempt from the earnings clawback entirely. The federal Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) is fully exempt from ODSP income calculations, allowing a combined monthly income of up to $1,640.20 for a single recipient.
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- Existing ODSP recipients will see the same payment amount on October 30 as in September, so budgeting for that month remains unchanged.
- Ontario Works recipients will receive their November 2026 living‑expense payment on October 30, aligning with the usual schedule.
Cost and documents
- No new fees are introduced; the payment amount reflects the already‑applied 1.9% inflation increase.
- Recipients must continue to provide monthly earnings reports to their caseworker if they have employment income.
What you need to do
- Check that the October 30 deposit matches the expected amount based on the 1.9% adjustment.
- If receiving the Canada Disability Benefit, verify that the CDB application remains active to maintain exemption.
- Report any employment earnings above $1,000 promptly to avoid overpayment recovery.
Who this affects
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Single ODSP recipients
They receive the maximum core payment of up to $1,436 and are subject to the inflation adjustment.
What to do Monitor the October 30 deposit to confirm the adjusted amount.
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Couples and families on ODSP
Their tiered rates also incorporate the 1.9% increase effective July 1, 2026.
What to do Verify that the payment reflects the higher tiered amount.
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Ontario Works recipients
They receive a payment on the same day covering the following month’s expenses.
What to do Continue to expect the standard $733 payment unless policy changes.
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ODSP recipients also receiving the Canada Disability Benefit
The CDB is fully exempt from ODSP income calculations, allowing combined support.
What to do Ensure the separate CDB application stays active.
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Full‑time students on ODSP
Students are exempt from the earnings clawback regardless of income level.
What to do No earnings reporting required for the exemption period.
Frequently asked questions
Will the October 30 ODSP payment be higher than the September 29 deposit?
No, the October 30 deposit will be the same amount as the September 29 payment because both fall within the same rate period that began on July 1, 2026.
Can I receive both the Ontario ODSP payment and the Canada Disability Benefit at the same time?
Yes, the Canada Disability Benefit is fully exempt from ODSP income calculations, so a recipient can collect up to $204.20 from the CDB in addition to their ODSP payment.
What happens to my ODSP if I earn more than $1,000 per month?
The first $1,000 of net employment earnings is fully exempt; any earnings above that are reduced at 75%, meaning ODSP deducts 75 cents for each extra dollar earned.
Can I apply for ODSP while I am receiving Ontario Works payments?
Yes, Ontario Works recipients can submit an ODSP application while continuing to collect OW payments; the online system allows simultaneous applications.
When is the next ODSP inflation adjustment scheduled?
The next annual inflation adjustment to ODSP rates will take effect in July 2027, with the specific percentage to be determined by the provincial Consumer Price Index.
