Get Government Benefits Paid Earlier
The Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) pays benefits once a month, usually near the end of the month on a set schedule published by the Ontario government.
ODSP payment dates for 2026
Here are the exact ODSP payment dates for 2026:
January 30, 2026
February 27, 2026
March 31, 2026
April 30, 2026
May 29, 2026
June 30, 2026
July 31, 2026
August 31, 2026
September 29, 2026
October 30, 2026
November 30, 2026
TBD
Make Your ODSP Money Go Further With KOHO Essential
If you want your monthly benefit to stretch further, using an everyday account that earns interest and cash back can help.
With KOHO Essential:
It has a low monthly plan fee that can be waived when you set up direct deposit or add +$1,000.
Use a prepaid Mastercard® for groceries, bills, subscriptions, and travel.
Grow your savings with a 2% interest savings rate on your entire balance.
Earn 1% cash back on groceries, eating & drinking, and transportation.
You can subscribe to Credit Building for $10/month, it's an affordable way to build your credit history.
Enjoy unlimited transactions and free e-transfers (never worry about fees when sending money to someone again).
How ODSP Payment Timing Usually Works
ODSP payments are typically:
Paid once per month
Deposited by direct deposit or loaded to your payment card on the scheduled date
Issued on business days, with holiday adjustments (especially around December)
Because dates can shift slightly from year to year—especially around long weekends and holidays, it’s important to:
Check the official ODSP 2026 payment calendar
Make note of each month’s date in your own calendar
Plan your rent, bills, and grocery trips around that schedule
Tips for Managing ODSP Payments
List your must pay bills (rent, utilities, phone, transit) right after your payment date.
Use a separate space (or account) for groceries and everyday spending so you don’t accidentally use rent money.
If possible, keep a tiny buffer each month to handle surprises.

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