Ontario care guide

How can newcomers access health care in Ontario?

Apply for OHIP when eligible, learn what is covered and use local newcomer services for help navigating registration and community care.

Answer first

Apply for OHIP when eligible, learn what is covered and use local newcomer services for help navigating registration and community care.

Last checked: September 24, 2026

Steps to take

  1. Review OHIP eligibility and required documents.
  2. Apply at ServiceOntario when eligible.
  3. Use Health811 for service navigation.
  4. Contact local settlement services for language and system support.

Keep your information organized

Write down clinic names, dates contacted and the next step each office gave you. Keep medical information with your care providers. Do not send diagnoses, health-card numbers or records to Aafiyat Outreach Centre.

Official sources

Last updated: September 23, 2026.How we verify

Important: Information only, not medical advice. For emergencies call 911. For health advice call Health811 (811).