Government Services

• Ambulances
  Ontario’s Emergency Health Services (EHS) system offers land and air emergency medical services designated to provide timely response and prehospital care.
• Assistive Devices
  A financial program to assist people in Ontario with long-term disabilities to live more comfortably and independently.
• Children's Health Programs
  The Ministry of Long-Term Care offers a variety of programs to promote the health of babies and children, including newborn screening, help for children with autism, information on vaccinations and preschool speech and language programs.
• Long Term Care Facility Locator
  This simple online tool was designed to help find long-term care centres throughout the province of Ontario.
• Meds Check
  Created for Ontario residents taking multiple medications, this 30 minute, private consultation is intended to ensure that drugs are being taken safely and effectively. A pharmacist will discuss how your prescription, over-the-counter and alternative medications may be interacting with each other.
  
• Mental Health
  To help people and their families with mental illness get the help they need, the government has created a series of integrated services and programs. Information on self-help groups, legislation, consent and family support is also available.
• Ontario Drug Benefits
  A financial assistance program for eligible Ontario residents to help them get the prescription medications they require to live healthier lives.
• Ontario Health Insurance (OHIP)
  The province of Ontario offers payment on a wide variety of medically necessary health services through the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP). To access these healthcare services, Ontario residents must have a provincial Health Card. This link provides information about medical coverage, downloadable application forms and the locations of offices where Health Cards may be obtained.
• Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care
  From family healthcare teams to the latest public health news and initiatives, this site provides detailed information on a range of health programs for Ontarians.
• Organ and Tissue Donation
  Across Ontario, there are critically ill people needing organ transplants. This site provides information on how you can be an organ donor.
• Public Health
  To encourage the everyday health and well-being of people throughout the province, the government offers an array of programs and services. These include vaccinations, nutrition, birth control, sexually transmitted disease prevention and screening programs to detect breast cancer.
• Seniors’ Secretariat
  To help seniors live safe, healthy and active lives, the Secretariat has developed a wide range of programs and services. These include an information website, retirement and advance care planning, veteran's programs and access to organizations focused on eldercare health concerns.
• Telehealth
  Speak to a Registered Nurse about any health-related questions or concerns through this free, confidential telephone service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call Toll-free: 1-866-797-0000 (TTY 1-866-797-0007).
• The Ontario Ministry of Community, Family and Children's Services
  The Ontario government offers a wide range of programs for parents, children and youth. These include specialized services for children with physical or mental disabilities, health insurance, emergency services and adoption information.
• Women's Health Council
  An organization devoted to improving the well-being of women in Ontario and ensuring access to appropriate healthcare programs and information.