For more intensive needs, there are additional related benefits:
ontario.ca/page/ontario-disability-support-program-employment-supports">ODSP office ? 7.4 Employment and participation benefits
The Participation Benefit is to your monthly check. You must request it through your ODSP caseworker.
The ODSP Participation Benefit is a vital component of Ontario’s social safety net. It serves as the financial bridge between reliance on social assistance and financial independence. By covering the initial costs of entering the labour market, the benefit aligns with the provincial goal of removing barriers for people with disabilities.
Keep all receipts for items purchased. Caseworkers typically require documentation to verify that the funds were used for their intended purpose. 6. Interaction with Income Exemptions
To receive these funds, you must demonstrate that you are starting a "meaningful change" in your employment status. This includes: with a new or current employer.