Reduced rates for ODSP, OAS receipients

[rural-lady]

Just wondering if Bell is going to match Rogers new subsidized internet program for $9.99

"$9.99/month internet is now available through Rogers to individuals on ODSP (Ontario disability support program), OW (Ontario works), or GIS (Guaranteed income supplement).

[BellDRock · Accepted solution]

Hello!

Bell participates in the government of Canada’s Connecting Families initiative, and the government has announced that the program will be expanded next year. We don’t have plans to roll out additional programs at this time.

[consumer]

I would like to know how I would get access to ODSP  bell canada offers? is there a phone number direct department that I can speak to? online forum? 

[Eth]

Do you have odsp/disability discount i am struggling to pay bills And just had a child in December 

[WelshTerrier]

Bell Mobility offers 20 dollars off per month for qualified customers with accessibility needs. Accessibility needs include hearing, speech, vision, cognitive and physical (mobility and dexterity).

This discount can be paired with any current Bell Mobility Connect Everything or Unlimited smartphone rate plans.

To find out if you qualify for the 20 dollar a month discount, please contact Bell by phone at 310-BELL (2355) and ask for the Accessibility Services Centre, or by TTY at 1 800 268-9242, or by email at accessible@bell.ca.

Take care.

[Roll]

Hello, I was wondering if everyone on PWD are eligible for the $20 Disability Discount.  Also I was wondering if the Disability Discount applies to PrePaid plans as well?

[dks]

I don't know what PWD is nor which province it applies to, but the disability discount is available on certain plans. 

Bell Mobility offers 20 dollars off per month for qualified customers with accessibility needs. Accessibility needs include hearing, speech, vision, cognitive and physical (mobility and dexterity).

This discount can be paired with any of our current Bell Mobility Connect Everything or Unlimited smartphone rate plans.

To find out if you qualify for the 20 dollar a month discount, please contact us by phone at 310-BELL (2355) and ask for the Accessibility Services Centre, or by TTY at 1 800 268-9242, or by email at accessible@bell.ca.

https://www.bell.ca/Accessibility_services/Mobile-Rate-Plan 

[dks]

Yes. See my reply below for more information. 

[Ruth1]

Hello,

Besides participating in Connecting Families, does Bell offer reduced internet rates for people on social assistance, specifically Ontario Works?

Thank you!

[SG3]

I am trying to help my brother out. He currently has a Bell home phone. Is there an option for ODSP individual for lower home phone plan rate? $50 every month off $600 is alot!

I have looked through your site and googled and see nothing for any kind of discount. 

Thanks

[WelshTerrier]

There is no option for a reduced rate or discount for Bell Home phone. There are price adjustments when multiple services are bundled. You should contact Bell to see if he qualifies for any.

Bell Mobility offers 20 dollars off per month for qualified customers with accessibility needs. Accessibility needs include hearing, speech, vision, cognitive and physical (mobility and dexterity).

This discount can be paired with any current Bell Mobility Connect Everything or Unlimited smartphone rate plans.

To find out if you qualify for the 20 dollar a month discount, please contact Bell by phone at 310-BELL (2355) and ask for the Accessibility Services Centre, or by TTY at 1 800 268-9242, or by email at accessible@bell.ca.

Take care.

[Eth]

Should i try calling customer service again and talk to another agent i just switched my mobile service in hopes id get my accessibility discount applied to the phone bills and internet the agent said it was not possible because i had an offer for a phone plan. Im already struggling living on disability as it is I just switched because of the sole purpose of reciving the accessibility discount. I dont know if i should just switch to rogers or not now. Thanks if you can help me out

[WelshTerrier]

This is a peer-to-peer community forum. As such we do not have access to your account, billing & service information.

I believe we discussed this earlier in January  2024. I can only offer up & recommend the following information for you to review & consider.

There is no option for a reduced rate or discount for Bell Home phone, Internet & TV.

There are price adjustments when multiple services are bundled together.

If you require further detailed information in terms if you qualify for the 20 dollar a month discount, please contact Bell by phone at 310-BELL (2355) and ask for the Accessibility Services Centre, or by TTY at 1 800 268-9242, or by email at accessible@bell.ca.

ttps://www.bell.ca/Accessibility_services/Mobile-Rate-Plan 

Hopefully this has been of assistance to you.

Thank you for your question.

Take care.

[Trixie1]

I presently have a plan with Rogers for our cell phones which includes 2 free phones ,5 gig of data and we pay with tax 56.50 for both including tax[that's 25. ea.] This plan is for low income canadians  and you have to prove it. They also have a plan  for internet and TV which for 74.95 you get high speed internet and 70  TV channels.  I'm wondering if Bell has anything like that for the tv and internet before I cancel them [they just raised my bill again]

[Salem1]

Hello, it’s September 2024 and have a Code with Connecting Families Initiative. I applied online to create a portal. I called Bell today and was talking to someone in Loyalty about my bill. I asked them about this program and they didn’t know anything about it. I called billing and they didn’t know either.  I called Roger’s and they know about it. No matter who you talk within Bell Departments no one knows about this program. Are they not trained or wish not to talk about this program. I will talk to Roger’s tomorrow and see what they say. They start at $9.99-$35.99 per month. I’m in a pension. It’s sad with Bell that that either they know or do not want customers to know. I’ve been with Bell for 25 years and at this point I’m not loyal anymore. They give me good promotions for the year.  I left Telus and switched to Fido and honestly Telus after 20 years were not even trying to give me a better deal on my cell phone and only until I left they were offering me a much lower price. I’m not loyal to anyone anymore including hydro companies.