Hidden Benefits From Odsp Portable Jun 2026

The ETB is a prime example of a portable exit benefit. When you cease to be eligible for ODSP income support because you have secured paid work, you may be eligible for a one-time, lump-sum payment of . This benefit is available once every 12 months to help you cover the incidental costs of starting a new job, such as transportation, work clothing, or other expenses. To qualify, you must simply inform your caseworker of your new employment and be financially ineligible for ODSP for at least two months due to your earnings. This benefit ensures that the moment you transition off the program, you have a portable "nest egg" to support your new beginning.