Long-Term Care Home Accommodation Rate Changes Effective July 1, 2026

Basic Accommodation Rates

On July 1, 2026, the maximum co-payment that residents pay for basic accommodation in Long-Term Care (LTC) homes will increase by $1.44 per day from $68.56 per day to $70.00 per day, consistent with recent inflationary increases. This will help cover the rising costs of meals and accommodation.   

Preferred Accommodation Rates  

The maximum charges will also be increasing for residents in preferred accommodation beds as of July 1, 2026. The premium charged for a newer bed in semi-private accommodation will increase by $0.30 from $14.10 to $14.40 per day, and the premium for a newer bed in private accommodation will increase by $0.62 from $29.39 to $30.01 per day.  

For more information on co-payment rates or the changes to the rate reduction application process, please speak with your home’s Administrator. Should you have any additional questions, please contact: LTC.RateReduction@ontario.ca.

Learn more:

• Letter from Sandra Lawson, Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry of Long-Term Care (MLTC)
• Bulletin to Residents of Long-Term Care Homes: Important News Regarding Long-Term Care Home Accommodations Charges