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 (57)
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ALSO (Alternative Learning Styles and Outlooks)
Adult and family literacy program in Ottawa offering an Adult Upgrading Program and a Deaf Adult Upgrading Program (instruction in ASL).
Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians
National advocacy organization promoting equality for blind, deafblind, and partially sighted Canadians. Offers peer mentorship, local chapters, and scholarships.
Bob Rumball Canadian Centre Of Excellence For The Deaf
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 108073776RR0001
CANADIAN CULTURAL SOCIETY OF THE DEAF INC.
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 118830702RR0001
CNIB Deafblind Community Services
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by vision loss and blindness and hearing loss and deafness in Ottawa, Ontario. Provides support services, resources.
Canadian Association of the Deaf
National advocacy organization for Deaf Canadians, promoting rights, accessibility, and Canadian Sign Language recognition.
Canadian Association of the Deaf / Association des Sourds du Canada
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 108075003RR0001
Canadian Cultural Society OF The Deaf, Inc./la Societe Culturelle Canadienne Des Sourds, Inc.
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in TORONTO. CRA Registration: 118830702RR0001.
Canadian Deaf Ice Hockey Federation
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 893361162RR0001
Canadian Deafblind Association
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 119218956RR0002
Canadian Hard Of Hearing Association - Sudbury Branch
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 879071413RR0001
Canadian Hard Of Hearing Association, Hamilton Branch
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 896478419RR0001