Yes, you can use both programs together to maximize your child’s dental benefits. When a family lacks private insurance, the BC Healthy Kids Program and the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) work in coordination to minimize or eliminate out-of-pocket expenses.

According to the provided guide, here is how the coordination works:

• Primary Coverage: The BC Healthy Kids Program serves as the primary payer. It provides up to $1,400 in dental coverage per child over a two-year period for those under 19 in families receiving MSP Premium Assistance.
• Secondary Coverage: The CDCP acts as secondary coverage. It can be used to cover eligible costs that remain after the provincial benefits from the BC Healthy Kids Program have been applied.
• Eligibility Differences: While the provincial program is automatically tied to MSP Premium Assistance, the CDCP requires a separate application through Service Canada and is available to families with an adjusted income below $90,000.

At Parkside Dental Group, the team can verify eligibility for both programs and provide direct billing to simplify the process. This coordination ensures that children can receive comprehensive care—including preventive, diagnostic, and restorative services—without exhausting only one benefit source.

• Top Squamish BC Healthy Kids Program: 2026 Benefits & Eligibility Guide