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 (19)
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Alliance For Equality Of Blind Canadians / L'Alliance Pour L'Egalite Des Personnes Aveugles Du Canada
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 895648335RR0001
Blind Beginnings Society
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 813290616RR0001
British Columbia Blind Sports And Recreation Association
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 890119985RR0001
CNIB
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by vision loss and blindness in Kamloops, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.
CNIB
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by vision loss and blindness in Abbotsford, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.
CNIB
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by vision loss and blindness in Victoria, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.
CNIB (Canadian National Institute For The Blind)
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by vision loss and blindness in New Westminster, British Columbia. Provides support services, resources.
Canadian Blind Sports Association
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by vision loss and blindness in Burnaby, British Columbia. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
Canadian Council OF The Blind B.c. - Yukon Division
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in CHILLIWACK. CRA Registration: 119218915RR0001.
Canadian Deafblind Association - BC Chapter (CDBA-BC)
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 845415041RR0001
Canadian Federation Of The Blind
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 864997291RR0001
Canadian Mental Health Association, BC Division
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Vancouver, British Columbia. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
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