Meaningful employment is a key driver of independence and quality of life. Discover the programs, agencies, and accommodations available to help autistic adults find and keep a job in Ontario.
Employment isn't all-or-nothing. Various levels of support are available.
One-on-one support to learn job tasks and adjust to the workplace.
Agencies that work with employers to create or carve out specific roles.
Ongoing assistance to maintain employment and resolve workplace issues.
Pre-employment workshops on soft skills, interviews, and workplace culture.
Ontario has specific programs designed to assist job seekers with disabilities.
Funding for job coaching, transportation, tools, and specialized clothing. You do not need to be receiving ODSP Income Support to qualify.
Visit WebsiteNational initiative to increase labour force participation of people with intellectual disabilities and ASD.
Visit WebsiteNetwork of employment services offering specialized streams for people with disabilities.
Visit WebsiteRecruitment agency specifically focused on placing neurodivergent talent in technical and business roles.
Visit WebsiteDetermine what kind of work aligns with skills and sensory preferences.
Register with ODSP Employment Supports or a local disability employment agency.
Build a resume, practice interview skills, and discuss disclosure strategies.
Apply for roles or work with a developer to create a customized position.
Request necessary accommodations and establish a support plan for the first 90 days.
Employers in Ontario have a duty to accommodate up to unrelated hardship.
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87,692 — children are registered in the Ontario Autism Program
US$2.4M — Lifetime support costs for autism with co-occurring intellectual disability can reach US$2.4 million per person (Buescher et al.)
1 in 50 — According to the 2019 Canadian Health Survey on Children and Youth, about children and youth aged 1 to 17 in Canada had an autism diagnosis
23.1% — 23,875 children enrolled in Core Clinical Services; 20,293 have active funding agreements ()
WHO recommends accessible, community-based early interventions for children with autism — timely evidence-based psychosocial interventions improve communication and social engagement
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