Ontario Autism Program Funding
The Ontario Autism Program (OAP) provides funding for autism services, including ABA. Most families in Durham Region can apply.
OAP Funding Eligibility
To qualify for OAP funding, your child must meet these criteria:
- Formal autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis from a qualified clinician
- Under 18 years old at time of registration
- Ontario resident (child and accompanying parent or guardian)
- Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or convention refugee
How to Apply for OAP Funding
- Register your child at Ontario.ca/autism using your ASD diagnostic report
- Complete the OAP intake questionnaire and needs assessment
- Receive a determination for Core Clinical Services or Foundational Family Services
- Select a Registered Service Provider (Kidstruecare is OAP-registered in Durham Region)
- Your provider creates a Behaviour Plan and begins authorized services
What ABA Services Are Covered
- Functional behaviour assessment and individualized treatment planning
- In-home and community-based ABA therapy sessions
- Parent training and coaching in ABA strategies
- Social skills and communication development programs
- School readiness and transition support
- Clinical supervision by a RBA
Tips to Start Sooner
- Register with OAP immediately after diagnosis — waitlists are long
- Ask about Foundational Family Services, which often start faster than Core Clinical
- Begin interim parent training while awaiting Core Clinical authorization
- Some providers, including Kidstruecare, offer bridge support while OAP funding is processed
Need help navigating OAP funding in Ajax or Durham Region?
Our intake team helps families understand eligibility and begin services as quickly as possible.
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