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Ontario 2026
Autism therapy, assessment, and support in Vaughan and York Region. Kerry's Place programs, school board resources, and ABA providers.
Direct answer
MCCSS Ontario Autism Program figures, May 13, 2026, obtained by the Ontario Autism Coalition under Freedom of Information · Verified 2026-08-10
In brief
Scope of the data below
The public MCCSS data used on this page is provincial, not a Vaughan- or York Region-specific estimate. It does not publish a local count.
Source: MCCSS FOI via OAC · May 2026, as of May 13, 2026.
Local institutions
Autism service organization. Confirm current programs and intake directly
Local institution. Confirm current programs and referral pathways directly
Children's mental health and developmental services for York Region
Use the verified provincial figures below for OAP scale. Confirm current local services directly with each institution.
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| Measure | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Children registered province-wide | 91,974 | MCCSS FOI via OAC · May 2026 |
| Waiting for a funding agreement | 71,263 | MCCSS FOI via OAC · May 2026 |
Waitlist figures as of · reviewed
Sources: FAO Report 2023-24 (Financial Accountability Office of Ontario) · 2026 Ontario Budget (tabled March 26, 2026) · CBC News FOI investigation — bi-weekly OAP progress reports, Jun 2024 – Jan 2026, published Mar 30, 2026 (Nicole Brockbank & Angelina King) · MCCSS bi-weekly OAP Core Clinical Services progress reports, Dec 10, 2025 – Mar 4, 2026, obtained under Freedom of Information (release CSS2026-0749) · MCCSS Ontario Autism Program figures as of May 13, 2026, released under Freedom of Information to the Ontario Autism Coalition and published in the OAC "OAP At A Glance" update, July 2026 (ontarioautismcoalition.com)
York Region
The available MCCSS data is provincial, not a Vaughan or York Region estimate. It shows 91,974 children registered with the OAP, 71,263 waiting for a funding agreement, and 22.5% with an active funding agreement as of May 13, 2026.
Provincial OAP registration and funding-agreement totals: MCCSS FOI via OAC · May 2026. The source does not publish a Vaughan or York Region count.
ABA therapy
Provider availability, OAP participation, intake status, and service areas can change. Search the current AccessOAP provider list, then confirm credentials, pricing, and availability directly with each provider before choosing a service.
Evidence-based therapy endorsed by major medical organizations. Demand in York Region
ABA therapy uses learning principles to teach skills and reduce challenging behaviors. ABA is a widely recognized evidence-based intervention available throughout York Region.
Call 1-833-425-2445 or visit AccessOAP.ca.
Search for Vaughan, Toronto, and GTA providers.
Check that providers have BCBAs on staff. Verify at BACB.com.
Therapy services
Speech therapy helps children with autism develop communication skills. Kerry's Place and private clinics serve Vaughan families.
Services Include:
Confirm OAP and insurance eligibility in writing
Occupational therapy helps children with autism develop daily living skills, sensory regulation, and fine motor skills.
Services Include:
Confirm OAP and insurance eligibility in writing
Assessment
This directory identifies local institutions to contact. Confirm the current assessment pathway, referral criteria, and intake timeline with each organization.
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| Provider | Location and contact | Current details | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kerry's Place Autism Services | Serving York Region, ON · 905-713-6808 | Contact Kerry's Place to confirm current autism-related services, eligibility, referral requirements, coverage, service area, and intake status. Confirm Services · Confirm Coverage · Confirm Intake | Kerry's Place Autism Services |
| Mackenzie Health — Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital | 3200 Major Mackenzie Dr W, Vaughan, ON L6A 4Z3 · 905-417-2000 | Contact Mackenzie Health to confirm current developmental or autism-related services, referral requirements, eligibility, coverage, and intake status. Confirm Services · Confirm Referral Path · Confirm Intake | Mackenzie Health — Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital |
Private assessment availability, fees, referral rules, and timelines vary. Ask the provider for written details before booking.
Total Cost
Typical Wait
For OAP Funding
Note: Private assessments must be conducted by registered psychologists or qualified physicians to be accepted for OAP funding.
Support
Free membership providing parent workshops, social programs, resource navigation, and advocacy support for Vaughan and York Region families.
Visit Autism OntarioAsk Kerry's Place which family-support programs are running now. including parent training, sibling programs, respite information, and connections to community resources for Vaughan families.
Visit Kerry's PlaceProvides community support services for individuals with developmental disabilities in York Region. Offers respite, recreation, and support programs.
Students identified through an IPRC must have an IEP. Schools can also write an IEP without an IPRC.
Vaughan School Boards:
Your Rights: Request an IEP meeting in writing. Schools must provide reasonable accommodations including EA support, sensory breaks, and modified curriculum.
Answers
The source used on this page does not publish a Vaughan- or York Region-specific OAP count. Province-wide, 91,974 children are registered and 71,263 are waiting for a funding agreement as of May 13, 2026.
Contact Kerry's Place and Mackenzie Health to confirm their current assessment or referral role, eligibility rules, fees, and intake timelines.
Use the current AccessOAP directory to identify eligible providers and confirm each provider's service area and intake status directly.
Contact Kerry's Place or Mackenzie Health directly for an itemized quote — cost depends on the provider, credentials, and program intensity. Confirm OAP and insurance eligibility in writing before starting.
Both YRDSB and YCDSB provide:
| Date | Record | Publisher | Source type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024Government source | MCCSS Spending Plan Review (2023-24) | Financial Accountability Office of Ontario | Government source |
| 2024Government source | Autism Spectrum Disorders (fact sheet) | World Health Organization | Government source |
| Government source | Ontario Autism Program: Your guide to the OAP | Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services | Government source |
Guides and tools related to this page.
How many children are on the Ontario autism waitlist in 2026?
As of May 13, 2026, 91,974 children are registered with the Ontario Autism Program. However, only 20,711 (22.5%) have an active Core Funding Agreement. This represents ~300% growth in registrations since 2019, with 71,263 children still waiting for essential funding.
Source: MCCSS FOI via OAC · May 2026 · Open source record
How many children are on the Ontario autism waitlist?
Latest FOI data shows 91,974 children are registered in the Ontario Autism Program (May 2026), while 22.5% have active funding agreements. [FOI] An active funding agreement does not mean a child is receiving services; it is an administrative status distinct from service delivery. Some families report waits of 5+ years for families registered in August 2021 (community-reported, Ontario Autism Coalition, July 2026). That report is not a province-wide average. Last verified: 2026-08-10
Source: MCCSS FOI data via Ontario Autism Coalition [OAC] · Open source record
What makes End The Wait Ontario different from other autism resources?
End The Wait Ontario collects Ontario autism waitlist figures in one place. Each figure on this site shows its source and date. The current counts come from MCCSS Ontario Autism Program figures, May 13, 2026, obtained by the Ontario Autism Coalition under Freedom of Information; spending figures come from the Financial Accountability Office (FAO). [FOI] Parents and advocates can check the latest figures and the record behind each one. Last verified: 2026-08-10
Source: MCCSS FOI data via Ontario Autism Coalition [OAC] · Open source record
Sources on this page
Key claims are paired with their source, evidence tier, and verification date so readers can inspect the public record directly.
91,974
children are registered in the Ontario Autism Program
22.5%
Only 20,711 children have active funding agreements (22.5%), less than one in four
$965M
Ontario allocated $965M to the Ontario Autism Program in 2026-27
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