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An assessment is under way
What this means
Your child’s assessment is booked or in progress. This is a good time to get ready so that, if a diagnosis comes, you can register with the Ontario Autism Program right away. Gather what you have, keep dates, and read up on what registration involves. You cannot register with the OAP until there is a written diagnosis — but everything you organize now saves time later.
Ontario Autism Program — registration and eligibility information (retrieved September 8, 2026) · Verified 2026-07-04
What to do next
| Action | What to do | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Confirm the timeline | Ask the assessing clinician, in writing, when you can expect the written report. | |
| Prepare to register | Read how OAP registration works so you can act the day the diagnosis arrives. | |
| Keep every document | Save appointment letters and any interim notes in one place, dated. |
When do you expect the written assessment report to be ready, and will it clearly state the diagnosis? Please confirm in writing.
What to record
- Assessment appointment dates
- Expected report date
- The written report when it arrives
Supports that may apply
- OHIP-covered services may be available during the assessment period — ask your doctor.
What not to rely on
- “Registration can start now.”
- OAP registration needs the written diagnosis. Prepare now, register the moment it’s in hand.
If you need to escalate
- Ask AccessOAP, in writing — The first move for almost any OAP problem: a written status request.
Common questions
No — you need the written diagnosis. Use this time to prepare everything else so registration is quick.
Evidence for this guide
| Date | Record | Publisher | Source type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-08 | Ontario Autism Program — registration and eligibility information (retrieved September 8, 2026) | Government of Ontario | Government source |
Last updated: 2026-07-04