End the Wait Ontario
End the Wait Ontario
To be eligible for OAP, children must: (1) be under 18 years old, (2) have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder from a qualified professional, (3) be an Ontario resident, and (4) be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person. There are no income requirements as OAP is universal.
Source: Ontario Government OAP GuidelinesComplete guide to Ontario Autism Program eligibility requirements. Age limits, diagnosis criteria, residency rules, and application requirements.
Children up to 18th birthday. Must apply before turning 18.
ASD diagnosis from psychologist, physician, or psychological associate.
Must live in Ontario with valid Ontario health card.
Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Autistic Disorder, Asperger Syndrome, PDD-NOS, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder, Social Communication Disorder (with restricted/repetitive behaviors).
Psychologists, Psychological Associates, Pediatricians, Family Physicians, Psychiatrists, Neurologists, Developmental Pediatricians. Must be registered/licensed in Ontario.
Written diagnosis on professional letterhead including: child's name, date of birth, diagnosis using DSM-5/ICD-10 codes, assessment date, professional's name, credentials and registration number, signature.
Register with OAP immediately after receiving your diagnosis. Your waitlist position is determined by registration date, not diagnosis date. Every day of delay potentially adds another day to your child's wait for services.
Call Access OAP: 1-833-425-2445 →If your child has an autism diagnosis and lives in Ontario, they likely qualify for OAP. Register today to secure your position on the waitlist.
EndTheWaitOntario.com is committed to accuracy. Our data is independently verified against official government reports, scientific literature, and accessible public records.
To be eligible for OAP, children must: (1) be under 18 years old, (2) have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder from a qualified professional, (3) be an Ontario resident, and (4) be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person. There are no income requirements as OAP is universal.
Source: Ontario Government OAP GuidelinesComplete guide to Ontario Autism Program eligibility requirements. Age limits, diagnosis criteria, residency rules, and application requirements.
Children up to 18th birthday. Must apply before turning 18.
ASD diagnosis from psychologist, physician, or psychological associate.
Must live in Ontario with valid Ontario health card.
Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Autistic Disorder, Asperger Syndrome, PDD-NOS, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder, Social Communication Disorder (with restricted/repetitive behaviors).
Psychologists, Psychological Associates, Pediatricians, Family Physicians, Psychiatrists, Neurologists, Developmental Pediatricians. Must be registered/licensed in Ontario.
Written diagnosis on professional letterhead including: child's name, date of birth, diagnosis using DSM-5/ICD-10 codes, assessment date, professional's name, credentials and registration number, signature.
Register with OAP immediately after receiving your diagnosis. Your waitlist position is determined by registration date, not diagnosis date. Every day of delay potentially adds another day to your child's wait for services.
Call Access OAP: 1-833-425-2445 →If your child has an autism diagnosis and lives in Ontario, they likely qualify for OAP. Register today to secure your position on the waitlist.
EndTheWaitOntario.com is committed to accuracy. Our data is independently verified against official government reports, scientific literature, and accessible public records.