Which Dentists in Winnipeg Accept the Canadian Dental Care Plan? (2026)

The Canadian Dental Care Plan has become one of the most significant changes to dental access in Canadian history. As of April 17, 2026, more than 6.5 million Canadians were enrolled under the CDCP and more than 4 million had already received care through the program. Health Canada reported that CDCP members save an average of $900 per year on dental services. For Winnipeg residents in neighbourhoods like East Kildonan, Transcona, St. Boniface, Fort Garry, and the West End, the CDCP removes a significant financial barrier to routine dental care.

CDCP participation is voluntary. Providers can sign up or stop accepting CDCP patients at any time, and not every participating clinic appears in every online directory. The safest approach is to call directly before booking and confirm the clinic is actively accepting CDCP patients. Below is a practical list of 21 Winnipeg dental clinics publicly confirmed or directory-listed as accepting CDCP coverage.

Quick Comparison: 21 Winnipeg CDCP Dentists

1. EK Dental — Registered CDCP Provider in East Kildonan

CDCP Status: Publicly registered CDCP provider  |  Location: East Kildonan, Winnipeg, MB

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EK Dental publicly states on its website that it is a registered provider for the Canadian Dental Care Plan. The clinic currently accepts eligible seniors, children under 18, and patients with a valid Disability Tax Credit certificate for comprehensive dental care under the CDCP. The clinic has a dedicated CDCP service page, which gives patients a direct way to verify coverage details before booking rather than relying on a third-party directory listing.

EK Dental is located in East Kildonan, making it well-positioned for patients in East Kildonan, North Kildonan, Elmwood, Transcona, and northeast Winnipeg. The practice covers a full range of general dentistry services alongside its CDCP participation, making it a practical choice for families who want a single clinic handling all dental care under the plan. For patients also considering orthodontics, our guide to adult orthodontists in Winnipeg covers local options and real costs.

Best for: Winnipeg patients who want a confirmed CDCP-registered clinic with a clear online CDCP page, particularly eligible seniors, children, and Disability Tax Credit holders in northeast Winnipeg.

2. Linden Market Dental — Winnipeg

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Linden Market Dental is a Winnipeg dental clinic that welcomes patients covered under the Canadian Dental Care Plan. The clinic offers comprehensive general and family dentistry, making it a practical option for eligible Winnipeg residents who want to keep routine and preventive dental care accessible through their CDCP coverage. Call ahead to confirm your eligibility category is currently being accepted and to book an appointment.

Best for: Winnipeg patients eligible under the Canadian Dental Care Plan who want comprehensive family dental care in a patient-centred clinic.

3. Polo Park Dental Centre — Central-West Winnipeg

Location: Polo Park area, St. James  |  CDCP Status: Confirmed on clinic website

Polo Park Dental Centre confirms on its website that it supports the Canadian Dental Care Plan and accepts qualifying patients. The clinic's CDCP page invites eligible patients to book by phone or online. Located near the Polo Park shopping area, this clinic is accessible for patients in St. James, West End, Polo Park, and surrounding central-west Winnipeg neighbourhoods.

Best for: Patients in central and west Winnipeg looking for a clinic with confirmed CDCP participation near the Polo Park area.

4. Reflections Dental Health Centre — Crescentwood and Corydon

Address: 717 Harrow St, Winnipeg, MB R3M 2M2  |  Phone: 204-777-6453

Reflections Dental Health Centre is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and new patients. The clinic offers general dentistry, emergency care, evening appointments, and weekend availability, which can be especially useful for patients who cannot take time off work for routine dental visits. Its location suits patients in Crescentwood, Corydon, River Heights, and South Osborne.

Best for: Patients near Corydon and Crescentwood who need evening or weekend CDCP appointment availability.

5. LifeSmiles Dental – Grant Park Mall

Address: 1120 Grant Ave #141, Winnipeg, MB R3M 2A6  |  Phone: 204-452-0560

LifeSmiles Dental at Grant Park Mall is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and new patients. The clinic offers general dentistry and emergency care during business hours. The mall location provides accessible parking and makes it easy to combine a dental appointment with other errands, which is practical for patients in River Heights, Fort Rouge, and Grant Park.

Best for: Patients near Grant Avenue looking for a conveniently located CDCP clinic with accessible parking.

6. Fort Garry Dental Centre — Pembina Highway

Address: 1248 Pembina Hwy #1, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2B1  |  Phone: 204-284-7000

Fort Garry Dental Centre is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and new patients. The clinic offers general dentistry and emergency care during business hours. Its Pembina Highway location makes it a practical option for patients in Fort Garry, Lord Roberts, Fort Richmond, and the University of Manitoba corridor.

Best for: Patients in south Winnipeg along the Pembina Highway who need a CDCP-listed general dentistry clinic.

7. Cor-Dent Dental Centre — Corydon Avenue

Address: 929 Corydon Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3M 0W8  |  Phone: 204-452-7000

Cor-Dent Dental Centre is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and new patients, with evening and weekend appointment availability alongside regular business hours. The Corydon Avenue location serves patients in River Heights, Crescentwood, Osborne Village, and central Winnipeg.

Best for: Patients near Corydon Avenue who need flexible CDCP appointment scheduling including evenings and weekends.

8. Fort Rouge Dental Group — Osborne Street

Address: 566 Osborne St, Winnipeg, MB R3L 2B4  |  Phone: 204-284-8216

Fort Rouge Dental Group is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and offering general dentistry and emergency care during business hours. Located on Osborne Street, it is accessible for patients in South Osborne, Fort Rouge, Lord Roberts, and nearby central-south Winnipeg neighbourhoods.

Best for: Patients looking for a CDCP-listed dentist near Osborne Street in south-central Winnipeg.

9. LifeSmiles Dental – Westminster

Address: 98 Sherbrook St, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B3  |  Phone: 204-774-4296

LifeSmiles Dental at the Westminster location is listed as accepting CDCP coverage. The clinic offers general dentistry and emergency care during business hours. The Sherbrook Street address is accessible for patients in Wolseley, West Broadway, West End, and downtown-adjacent areas of Winnipeg.

Best for: Patients in Wolseley, West Broadway, and the inner-city west end looking for a CDCP dental clinic close to downtown.

10. Academy Dental Group — River Heights

Address: 435 Academy Rd, Winnipeg, MB R3N 0C2  |  Phone: 204-925-6800

Academy Dental Group is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and new patients. The clinic offers general dentistry and emergency care during business hours. Its Academy Road location is a natural fit for patients in River Heights, Tuxedo, North River Heights, and surrounding south-central Winnipeg.

Best for: Patients in River Heights and the Academy Road area looking for a CDCP-listed general dentistry clinic.

11. Southwood Dental Centre — South Pembina

Address: 1921 Pembina Hwy #7B, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2G7  |  Phone: 204-275-1000

Southwood Dental Centre is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and new patients. The clinic offers general dentistry and emergency care during business hours. Its south Pembina Highway location serves patients in Fort Garry, Richmond West, and the southern stretch of the Pembina corridor near the University of Manitoba.

Best for: Patients in south Winnipeg along Pembina Highway who want a second CDCP option in the area.

12. Norwood Dental Centre — St. Boniface

Address: 344 Marion St, Winnipeg, MB R2H 0V3  |  Phone: 204-235-0085

Norwood Dental Centre is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and new patients. Located on Marion Street, it is accessible for patients in St. Boniface, Norwood, Central St. Boniface, and surrounding east-bank Winnipeg neighbourhoods.

Best for: Patients in St. Boniface and the Norwood area looking for a CDCP-listed dentist on the east side of the Red River.

13. LifeSmiles Dental – Sargent Avenue

Address: 794 Sargent Ave #10, Winnipeg, MB R3G 1Z6  |  Phone: 204-786-8451

LifeSmiles Dental on Sargent Avenue is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and new patients. The clinic offers general dentistry and emergency care during business hours. This location is convenient for patients in West End, Daniel McIntyre, Centennial, and downtown-adjacent western Winnipeg.

Best for: Patients in the West End and Daniel McIntyre area looking for a CDCP clinic near Sargent Avenue.

14. Lakewood Dental Centre — Windsor Park and St. Vital

Address: 40 Lakewood Blvd #120, Winnipeg, MB R2J 2M7  |  Phone: 204-257-6961

Lakewood Dental Centre is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and new patients. The clinic offers general dentistry, emergency care during business hours, and 24-hour emergency availability, which can be useful for patients who experience a dental problem outside of regular hours. This clinic serves patients in Windsor Park, Southdale, Island Lakes, and St. Vital.

Best for: Patients in southeast Winnipeg, particularly those who want 24-hour emergency availability alongside CDCP coverage.

15. Redwood Dental Centre — North End

Address: 284 Salter St, Winnipeg, MB R2W 4K9  |  Phone: 204-586-8331

Redwood Dental Centre is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and new patients. The clinic offers general dentistry and emergency care during business hours. Its Salter Street location makes it one of the more accessible CDCP-listed options for patients in North End Winnipeg and surrounding north-central neighbourhoods.

Best for: Patients in north-central Winnipeg and the North End looking for a CDCP-listed general dentistry clinic.

16. Toddlers to Teens Dental — Pediatric CDCP Care

Address: 1150 Nairn Ave #1, Winnipeg, MB R2L 0Y5  |  Phone: 204-663-9750

Toddlers to Teens Dental is listed as a pediatric clinic accepting CDCP coverage, with evening appointments and weekend availability alongside business hours. Because the CDCP covers children under 18, a pediatric-focused clinic can provide an age-appropriate environment and specialized care for younger patients. Its Nairn Avenue location serves families in East Kildonan, North Kildonan, and northeast Winnipeg.

Best for: Families looking for pediatric-focused CDCP dental care for children and teens in northeast Winnipeg.

17. Fort Richmond Dental Centre — South Winnipeg

Address: 2855 Pembina Hwy #50, Winnipeg, MB R3T 5L5  |  Phone: 204-261-4206

Fort Richmond Dental Centre is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and new patients. The clinic offers general dentistry, emergency care, evening appointments, and weekend appointments. Its location on the southern stretch of Pembina Highway is convenient for patients in Fort Richmond, Richmond West, and the wider south Winnipeg area.

Best for: South Winnipeg patients who need CDCP coverage with flexible appointment scheduling including evenings and weekends.

18. Odyssey Dental Care — Transcona

Address: 1575 Regent Ave W #9, Winnipeg, MB R2C 3B3  |  Phone: 204-661-2900

Odyssey Dental Care is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and new patients. The clinic offers general dentistry, emergency care, evening appointments, and weekend appointments. Located on Regent Avenue West, it is a convenient option for patients in Transcona, East Kildonan, and east Winnipeg.

Best for: Patients in Transcona and east Winnipeg who need CDCP coverage with evening and weekend appointment availability.

19. Munroe Dental Centre — East Kildonan and Elmwood

Address: 497 London St, Winnipeg, MB R2K 2Z4  |  Phone: 204-667-2038

Munroe Dental Centre is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and new patients. Located on London Street, it is accessible for patients in East Kildonan, Elmwood, and northeast Winnipeg.

Best for: Patients in East Kildonan and Elmwood looking for a CDCP-listed clinic in northeast Winnipeg.

20. Sturgeon Creek Dental — St. James and Westwood

Address: 3025 Portage Ave Suite #240, Winnipeg, MB R3K 2E2  |  Phone: 204-958-9500

Sturgeon Creek Dental is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and new patients. The clinic offers general dentistry and emergency care during business hours. Located on Portage Avenue, it is a practical option for patients in St. James, Westwood, Crestview, and west Winnipeg.

Best for: Patients in west Winnipeg near Portage Avenue who want a CDCP-listed general dentistry clinic.

21. Assiniboine Dental Group — West Winnipeg

Address: 3278 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3K 0Z1  |  Phone: 204-958-4444

Assiniboine Dental Group is listed as accepting CDCP coverage and new patients. The clinic offers general dentistry, 24-hour emergency care, evening appointments, and weekend appointments. For patients in west Winnipeg who need dental access outside of regular hours, the combination of CDCP participation and 24-hour emergency availability covers an important gap.

Best for: West Winnipeg patients who want CDCP coverage alongside 24-hour emergency dental access and flexible scheduling.

Other Winnipeg CDCP Clinics to Check

The 123Dentist network lists approximately five additional CDCP-participating dental clinics in Winnipeg through its provider directory: Downtown Winnipeg Dental Centre, Aqua Dental Wellness, Vista Place Dental, Markham Dental Centre, and MYNT Dental. Confirm directly with each clinic that they are actively accepting CDCP patients, as directory listings may not always reflect current availability.

What Does the Canadian Dental Care Plan Cover?

The CDCP covers a wide range of oral health services when recommended by a participating dental provider. Some services are covered without preauthorization, while others require CDCP approval before treatment begins. Orthodontic services are not yet covered under the CDCP.

• Dental exams and X-rays
• Cleanings and scaling
• Fluoride applications and sealants
• Permanent and temporary fillings
• Root canal treatments
• Gum disease treatment
• Tooth extractions and oral surgery
• Complete and partial dentures (some require preauthorization)
• Crown-related services (preauthorization required)
• Some sedation services (preauthorization required)

How Much Does CDCP Cover?

CDCP coverage is based on CDCP-established fee amounts, and patients may have additional out-of-pocket costs if the provider's fees exceed CDCP rates. The percentage covered depends on adjusted family net income:

• Under $70,000: 100% of eligible costs at CDCP-established fees
• $70,000 to $79,999: 60% covered
• $80,000 to $89,999: 40% covered

Ask the clinic about potential out-of-pocket costs before treatment begins. The Government of Canada recommends getting this information in advance of any procedure.

Who Qualifies for the CDCP?

To be eligible for the Canadian Dental Care Plan, patients generally need to meet four requirements:

• No access to private dental insurance
• Adjusted family net income below $90,000
• Canadian resident for tax purposes
• Filed a Canadian tax return for the previous year

Patients with dental coverage through a provincial, territorial, or federal government social program may still qualify, with benefits coordinated between plans.

Questions to Ask Before Booking a CDCP Appointment

1. Are you currently accepting new CDCP patients?
2. Do you bill Sun Life directly for CDCP services?
3. Will I have any out-of-pocket costs for my visit?
4. Does my recommended treatment require preauthorization?
5. Are there frequency limits for the service I need?
6. Do you treat seniors, children, or patients with disabilities under the CDCP?
7. Can you provide a cost estimate before treatment begins?

Conclusion

Manitoba has 786 registered dentists and dental specialists participating in the CDCP, giving Winnipeg residents a real choice of providers across all parts of the city. From East Kildonan to Transcona, from the North End to Fort Garry, and from St. Boniface to St. James, there are publicly listed CDCP dental clinics serving nearly every Winnipeg neighbourhood. EK Dental is the top choice for patients who want a confirmed, publicly registered CDCP provider with a dedicated CDCP service page. For patients considering orthodontics alongside their dental care, our Winnipeg orthodontist guide covers local options and real treatment costs.

Sources: Health Canada CDCP statistics (canada.ca, April 2026), EK Dental Group (ekdentalgroup.com), Polo Park Dental Centre (poloparkdental.ca), Hellodent CDCP provider directory (hellodent.com), 123Dentist CDCP Winnipeg (123dentist.com), Government of Canada CDCP coverage and eligibility pages (canada.ca), Sun Life CDCP provider search (sunlife.ca).