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Paying out of pocket for therapy adds up fast. The METC (Medical Expense Tax Credit -- a federal tax break) lets you claim eligible costs to lower your tax bill.
The CRA (Canada Revenue Agency) checks medical expense claims often. Make sure each receipt shows the practitioner's licence number and your child's name.
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87,692 — children are registered in the Ontario Autism Program
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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