End the Wait Ontario
Find what you need quickly. Whether you are waiting for services, looking for resources, or ready to advocate for change.
Estimate how long you might wait for OAP services based on current data and your region.
Learn how the Ontario Autism Program works, funding levels, and what to expect when invited.
Email your MPP, share your story, and join the fight for timely autism services in Ontario.
Curated research, WHO guidelines, and primary sources for advocacy and understanding.
Understanding human rights, education rights, and options while waiting for services.
End the Wait Ontario
Find what you need quickly. Whether you are waiting for services, looking for resources, or ready to advocate for change.
Estimate how long you might wait for OAP services based on current data and your region.
Learn how the Ontario Autism Program works, funding levels, and what to expect when invited.
Email your MPP, share your story, and join the fight for timely autism services in Ontario.
Curated research, WHO guidelines, and primary sources for advocacy and understanding.
Understanding human rights, education rights, and options while waiting for services.
Yes. The Disability Tax Credit (DTC) is available for children with autism diagnoses, even before OAP funding. Form T2201 requires a medical practitioner to certify impairment. DTC enables access to the Child Disability Benefit and reduces taxable income by $8,662 (2024).
Source: CRA Disability Tax Credit GuidelinesThe DTC is a non-refundable tax credit that reduces the income tax you pay. More importantly, it opens the door to the Child Disability Benefit (up to $3,411/year tax-free as of July 2025) and the RDSP.
Get the latest version from the CRA website. Fill out Part A (personal information).
Bring the form to the doctor or psychologist who diagnosed your child. They must complete Part B.
Tip: Provide them with examples of your child's daily challenges in "mental functions necessary for everyday life" (adaptive functioning, social interaction, safety).
Upload the scanned form via CRA My Account ("Submit Documents") or mail it. Wait times are typically 8-12 weeks.
For autism, you typically apply under "Mental functions necessary for everyday life". The impairment must be severe (exist 90% of the time) and prolonged (last 12+ months).
If your child does not have a "severe" restriction in one single category, they may qualify under the "Cumulative effects of significant restrictions" category (e.g., a combination of deficits in social interaction + self-care).
Once approved, the CRA will automatically assess your eligibility for the Child Disability Benefit. Next, you should open an RDSP.
Learn about RDSPCommitment to Accuracy: Our data is independently verified against official government reports (FAO, MCCSS), peer-reviewed scientific literature, and accessible public records. Last updated: October 30, 2025.
Yes. The Disability Tax Credit (DTC) is available for children with autism diagnoses, even before OAP funding. Form T2201 requires a medical practitioner to certify impairment. DTC enables access to the Child Disability Benefit and reduces taxable income by $8,662 (2024).
Source: CRA Disability Tax Credit GuidelinesThe DTC is a non-refundable tax credit that reduces the income tax you pay. More importantly, it opens the door to the Child Disability Benefit (up to $3,411/year tax-free as of July 2025) and the RDSP.
Get the latest version from the CRA website. Fill out Part A (personal information).
Bring the form to the doctor or psychologist who diagnosed your child. They must complete Part B.
Tip: Provide them with examples of your child's daily challenges in "mental functions necessary for everyday life" (adaptive functioning, social interaction, safety).
Upload the scanned form via CRA My Account ("Submit Documents") or mail it. Wait times are typically 8-12 weeks.
For autism, you typically apply under "Mental functions necessary for everyday life". The impairment must be severe (exist 90% of the time) and prolonged (last 12+ months).
If your child does not have a "severe" restriction in one single category, they may qualify under the "Cumulative effects of significant restrictions" category (e.g., a combination of deficits in social interaction + self-care).
Once approved, the CRA will automatically assess your eligibility for the Child Disability Benefit. Next, you should open an RDSP.
Learn about RDSPCommitment to Accuracy: Our data is independently verified against official government reports (FAO, MCCSS), peer-reviewed scientific literature, and accessible public records. Last updated: October 30, 2025.