Recreation Access Membership Program RAMP

Program overview

If you are an Oshawa resident with a permanent disability, you may be eligible for the Recreation Access Membership Program (R.A.M.P.).

Program eligibility

Oshawa residents may qualify for automatic enrollment in this program if they receive:

• Ontario Disability Support Program (O.D.S.P.)
• Canadian Pension Plan (C.P.P.) Disability Support

Or if they have a:

• Canadian National Institute for the Blind (C.N.I.B.) Card
• Access 2 Entertainment Card
• Disability Travel Card

If you do not have one of the above-mentioned verification methods, you can complete the R.A.M.P. application form providing two professional references. Professional references must confirm:

• you have a permanent disability
• the disability restricts you from performing activities within the range considered normal
• the disability cannot be eliminated by the use of a technical aid

If you are a caregiver accompanying a participant for supportive purposes, you may do so at no extra cost. Caregivers who wish to take part fully in a program or amenities in a facility are required to pay applicable program or admission fees.

Program benefits

Single adult or youth R.A.M.P. benefits

• A free annual Level 1 Swim, Skate and Walk Membership.
• A 35% discount on admission fees for fitness centres.
• A 35% discount on a Level 2 Fitness Centre or All Inclusive Membership.
• A 35% discount on program fees for recreation and culture programs. Certain exceptions apply.

Family R.A.M.P benefits

If a primary caregiver for a family qualifies for the R.A.M.P. through O.D.S.P any spouse or child, 17 years of age and younger, living at the same address can access the same R.A.M.P. benefits. 

Application forms

Applications for R.A.M.P. can be submitted online or dropped off at a recreation facility.
 Submit an online R.A.M.P. application form
Complete a paper R.A.M.P. Adult/Youth application form or R.A.M.P. Family application form. Forms are also available at recreation facilities.

Please note it could take up to two weeks before you hear back on the status of your application when determining eligibility via a professional reference check.