About the Ontario Autism Program

Ages 0-4

What is the Ontario Autism Program (OAP)?

OAP is a provincial program that supports children and youth on the autism spectrum up to the age of
18 and provides support to families. OAP is the single-entry point to accessing services at no cost and to
getting on the list to receive direct funding which you can use to purchase services for your child.
Your child must have a diagnosis of autism to be eligible for the Ontario Autism Program (OAP).

Different options to getting a diagnosis
1. Contact the diagnostic hub in your region to schedule an autism assessment. To learn more about the diagnostic hubs and find the one in your area click here
2. Make an appointment with a family doctor or pediatrician to discuss an autism assessment and
diagnosis.
3. A psychologist may also provide an autism diagnosis on a fee for service basis. You may have to pay
out of pocket for this service. Check with your work benefits or private insurance to see if have
coverage.

If your child has a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder
SET UP AN ACCOUNT WITH ACCESS OAP- Access OAP is the single-entry point that connects families to
Ontario Autism Program Services. You must register with Access OAP to access these services and
funding to pay for supports.

Ages 5-11

What is the Ontario Autism Program (OAP)?

OAP is a provincial program that supports children and youth on the autism spectrum up to the age of
18 and provides support to families. OAP is the single-entry point to accessing services at no cost and to
getting on the list to receive direct funding which you can use to purchase services for your child.
Your child must have a diagnosis of autism to be eligible for the Ontario Autism Program (OAP).

Different options to getting a diagnosis
1. Contact the diagnostic hub in your region to schedule an autism assessment. To learn more about the diagnostic hubs and find the one in your area click here
2. Make an appointment with a family doctor or pediatrician to discuss an autism assessment and
diagnosis.
3. A psychologist may also provide an autism diagnosis on a fee for service basis. You may have to pay
out of pocket for this service. Check with your work benefits or private insurance to see if have
coverage.

If your child has a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder
SET UP AN ACCOUNT WITH ACCESS OAP- Access OAP is the single-entry point that connects families to
Ontario Autism Program Services. You must register with Access OAP to access these services and
funding to pay for supports.

Ages 12-14

What is the Ontario Autism Program (OAP)?

OAP is a provincial program that supports children and youth on the autism spectrum up to the age of
18 and provides support to families. OAP is the single-entry point to accessing services at no cost and to
getting on the list to receive direct funding which you can use to purchase services for your child.
Your child must have a diagnosis of autism to be eligible for the Ontario Autism Program (OAP).

Different options to getting a diagnosis
1. Contact the diagnostic hub in your region to schedule an autism assessment. To learn more about the diagnostic hubs and find the one in your area click here
2. Make an appointment with a family doctor or pediatrician to discuss an autism assessment and
diagnosis.
3. A psychologist may also provide an autism diagnosis on a fee for service basis. You may have to pay
out of pocket for this service. Check with your work benefits or private insurance to see if have
coverage.

If your child has a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder
SET UP AN ACCOUNT WITH ACCESS OAP- Access OAP is the single-entry point that connects families to
Ontario Autism Program Services. You must register with Access OAP to access these services and
funding to pay for supports.

Ages 15-17

What is the Ontario Autism Program (OAP)?

OAP is a provincial program that supports children and youth on the autism spectrum up to the age of
18 and provides support to families. OAP is the single-entry point to accessing services at no cost and to
getting on the list to receive direct funding which you can use to purchase services for your child.
Your child must have a diagnosis of autism to be eligible for the Ontario Autism Program (OAP).

Different options to getting a diagnosis
1. Contact the diagnostic hub in your region to schedule an autism assessment. To learn more about the diagnostic hubs and find the one in your area click here
2. Make an appointment with a family doctor or pediatrician to discuss an autism assessment and
diagnosis.
3. A psychologist may also provide an autism diagnosis on a fee for service basis. You may have to pay
out of pocket for this service. Check with your work benefits or private insurance to see if have
coverage.

If your child has a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder
SET UP AN ACCOUNT WITH ACCESS OAP- Access OAP is the single-entry point that connects families to
Ontario Autism Program Services. You must register with Access OAP to access these services and
funding to pay for supports.