Children's Disability Services in British Columbia
Programs and services available for children with disabilities in British Columbia, including autism funding, therapy programs, respite care, and family support.
Programs
At Home Program
Varies based on assessed needs; covers medical benefits and respiteBC's program providing medical benefits and respite for children with severe disabilities who are living at home with their families. Helps families with the extra costs of caring for a child with a severe disability at home rather than in a facility.
Eligibility: Child must have a severe disability and be living at home. Must be a BC resident. Assessment of the child's health and support needs is required.
Official websiteAutism Funding Program (Under 6)
Up to $22,000/year (up to $4,400 or 20% for training/equipment/travel)BC's autism funding for children under age 6, providing significant annual funding for eligible therapies including Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and Intensive Behavioural Intervention (IBI). Up to 20% of the funding ($4,400) can be directed toward training, equipment, and travel. TRANSITIONING: Autism funding shifts to the Disability Benefit + expanded free community services in July 2026, with full transition by March 2027.
Eligibility: Child must be under age 6 with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Must be a BC resident.
Official websiteAutism Funding Program (6-18)
Up to $6,000/year per childBC's autism funding for children and youth aged 6 to 18, providing annual funding for eligible autism-related therapies and supports. TRANSITIONING: Autism funding shifts to the Disability Benefit + expanded free community services in July 2026, with full transition by March 2027.
Eligibility: Child must be aged 6-18 with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Must be a BC resident.
Official websiteOrganizations Serving Children (20)
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BC Deaf Sports Federation
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by hearing loss and deafness in Burnaby, British Columbia. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Bc Deaf Scholarship Trust
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 853519361RR0001
British Columbia Deaf Sports Federation
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 118818533RR0001
British Columbia School for the Deaf
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by hearing loss and deafness in Burnaby, British Columbia. Provides education, training.
Canadian Deafblind Association - BC Chapter (CDBA-BC)
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 845415041RR0001
Canadian Hard Of Hearing Association - North Shore Branch
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 896723038RR0001
Canadian Hard of Hearing Assn
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by hearing loss and deafness in North Vancouver, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.
Canadian Hard of Hearing Association Vancouver Branch
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 827896408RR0001
Canadian Organization of The Blind And Deafblind
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in BOWEN ISLAND. CRA Registration: 722057312RR0001.
Canadian Organization of the Blind and Deafblind / Organisation Canadienne des Aveugles et Sourd Aveugles
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 722057312RR0001
Deaf Children's Society OF BC
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in NEW WESTMINSTER. CRA Registration: 119267706RR0001.
Deaf Well Being Program (WBP)
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by hearing loss and deafness in Burnaby, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.
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