What Happens to my Dental Benefits if I Miss the June 1st Renewal Deadline?
If you miss the June 1, 2026, renewal deadline, your dental coverage will unfortunately lapse. Because the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) does not auto-renew and does not offer a guaranteed grace period, you will face a temporary gap in your insurance until a new application is processed.
To restore your benefits, you will need to take the following steps:
- Re-apply for the benefit period: Since you missed the renewal window, you must submit a completely new application for the 2026–2027 year rather than a simple renewal.
- Verify your income eligibility: Your new application will be reassessed based on your CDCP adjusted family net income from your 2025 tax filing.
- Wait for approval: During this processing time, any dental services you receive will not be covered by the CDCP. Benefits only resume once your new application is fully approved.
We treat each patient as we would our own family and understand how stressful a lapse in coverage can be. If you realize you have missed the deadline, we encourage you to act promptly by visiting the official government portal to re-apply. Once you have confirmed your information, please let our team in Squamish know so we can help you navigate the next steps and get your dental care back on track.
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