Children's Disability Services in Ontario
Programs and services available for children with disabilities in Ontario, including autism funding, therapy programs, respite care, and family support.
Programs
Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities (ACSD)
$25-$646/month depending on assessed needsA provincial program providing monthly payments to help with the extra costs of caring for a child with a severe disability. Rate increased 2.8% in July 2025. Also covers assistive device assessments and device consumer contributions. CDB is exempted from ACSD calculations.
Eligibility: Child must have a severe disability requiring extra care and supervision beyond what is typical for their age. Must be an Ontario resident. Financial need is considered.
Official websiteOntario Autism Program (OAP)
Interim funding: $20,000/year (under 6), $5,000/year (6-18)Ontario's program for children and youth with an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis. Registered through AccessOAP. Currently under an interim funding model with the government working toward a needs-based model using a Determination of Needs process (4-hour virtual interview). Services include ABA, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and mental health supports. Waitlists are significant, and families report costs of $26,000-$130,000/year for autism supports.
Eligibility: Child or youth must have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder from a qualified professional. Must be an Ontario resident. Register through AccessOAP portal.
Official websiteSpecial Services at Home (SSAH)
Varies based on assessed needsA needs-based funding program providing support for in-home and community services for persons with developmental or physical disabilities. Covers personal development and growth activities as well as respite care to give caregivers a break.
Eligibility: Must be an Ontario resident with a developmental or physical disability. Funding is needs-based and determined through assessment.
Official websiteOrganizations Serving Children (119)
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ABA Shala - Centre for Children with Autism Mississauga
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder in Mississauga, Ontario. Provides support services, resources.
AIDE Canada
The Autism & Intellectual Disabilities Knowledge Exchange Network, funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada. Provides online resources, a comprehensive inventory of services and supports by province, and operates 6 in-person locations across Canada. Excellent source for autism funding comparison data across provinces.
AUTISM HOME BASE DURHAM INC.
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 813525797RR0001
Adam's Hope (A Quinte Learning Resource for Children with Autism)
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 804606010RR0001
Aim Autism Services & ABA Therapy
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder in Brampton, Ontario. Provides therapy, treatment.
Asperger's Society of Ontario (ASO)
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Toronto, Ontario. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.
Ausum Charity for Autism
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 765947726RR0001
Autism Alliance of Canada
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in NORTH YORK. CRA Registration: 819061961RR0001.
Autism Behavioural Services
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder in Fergus, Ontario. Provides support services, resources.
Autism Beyond 21 Centre
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in WOODBRIDGE. CRA Registration: 768999955RR0001.
Autism Canada
Canada's national autism advocacy and information organization, providing resources, research updates, and connection to provincial services for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.
Autism Community
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 814482931RR0001
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