First 30 Days After Diagnosis Checklist

TIME-SENSITIVE: Register with OAP Immediately

Your waitlist position is based on registration date, not diagnosis date. Call AccessOAP today: 1-833-425-2445

1 Week 1: Immediate Registration

Call AccessOAP to Register

Dial 1-833-425-2445. Have your child's health card and diagnosis report ready.
Confirm Registration Date

Write down the exact date. This determines your position on the waitlist.
Request Written Confirmation

Ask for email or letter confirming your registration and estimated wait time.
Make Copies of Diagnosis Report

Get 3-5 copies on professional letterhead. You'll need these for OAP, school, and insurance.

2 Week 2: School & Education

Schedule School Meeting

Contact your child's school to request an IEP meeting. Put request in writing.
Submit Diagnosis to School

Provide copy of diagnosis report to school principal and special education coordinator.
Request IPRC Meeting

Ask for Identification, Placement and Review Committee meeting for formal "exceptional" status.
Document School Communications

Keep notes of all conversations, dates, and names of school staff you speak with.

3 Week 3: Financial & Insurance

Check Private Insurance Coverage

Contact your HR department or insurance provider to ask about autism therapy coverage.
Apply for CCSS (if eligible)

Children's Continuing Social Services may provide interim funding while waiting.
Research SSAH Program

Special Services at Home provides funding for respite and support worker services.
Document All Expenses

Keep receipts for all therapy, assessments, and autism-related purchases.

4 Week 4: Advocacy & Support

Join Autism Ontario Chapter

Connect with local families facing similar challenges at autismontario.com
Contact Your MPP

Share your story and demand action on waitlist reduction. Visit endthewaitontario.com/take-action
Join End The Wait Ontario

Stay informed about advocacy campaigns and policy changes affecting autism services.
Create a Communication Binder

Organize all diagnosis documents, reports, and correspondence in one place.

Essential Contact Information

AccessOAP (OAP Registration) 1-833-425-2445

Autism Ontario 1-800-472-7789

Children's Autism Services (MCCSS) 1-877-377-6277

Ontario Ombudsman (for complaints) 1-800-263-1830

Your Notes & Questions