Ontario Autism Program (OAP) – For children and youth up to age 18 who have been diagnosed with ASD. You need to register your child to get on the list for the OAP. If you receive a letter to apply for a Childhood Budget, then you can complete the application for it. Money is provided directly to the families to purchase services and supports for their child (under 6 years old are eligible to receive $20,000/child; 6 years and older are eligible to receive $5000/child). Run by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (P.O. Box 193, Toronto, Ontario, M7A 1N3); oap@ontario.ca;1-888-444-4530.
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