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Organization: Ontario. Ministry of Health
Phone Numbers: ServiceOntario: 416-326-1234
Toll-Free: ServiceOntario: 1-800-267-8097
Teletype: ServiceOntario: 1-800-268-7095
Fax: 416-327-8497
Website: www.ontario.ca/page/apply-ohip-and-get-health-card
Address:
Toronto, ON
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm
Service Description: Publicly-funded health insurance program open to residents of Ontario * hospital and physician services are paid directly by the Ministry of Health

To replace a health card, contact ServiceOntario

Services and Programs:
Fees: Publicly covered services are paid directly * some services are partially covered
Application: Visit local ServiceOntario office
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
  • be a Canadian citizen, an Indigenous person, a permanent resident or a newcomer who is eligible
  • be physically in Ontario for 153 days in a 12 month period
  • be physically in Ontario for at least 153 days of the first 183 days following the establishment of residency in the province
  • have Ontario as primary place of residence
Languages: English ; French
Language Note: French reception, programs, publications, and website * French interpretation available upon request
Area(s) Served: Ontario
See Also: Health Insurance Plans

This information was last completely updated on 11/21/2024

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Covid19 Vaccine for Ontario

Covid19 Vaccine for Ontario 

Contact your primary care provider or Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000 if you're experiencing symptoms of the 2019 novel coronavirus.

COVID-19 Vaccine Information 
Vaccines are now being made available to various population groups based specific eligibility. See your local health unit website for details:
Grey Bruce Health Unit
Huron Perth Public Health
Middlesex London Health Unit (MLHU)
Southwestern Public Health (Oxford - Elgin - St Thomas)

Local Health Care Service Changes

Ministry of Health's online self-assessment tool is available

COVID-19 Assessment Centres
Anyone who needs a test can get one and does not need an OHIP card. Tests are made available by appointment only at assessment centres and at pharmacies
Find an assessment centre near you


Do not call 911 unless it is an emergency.