OAP Eligibility Quiz

To be eligible for OAP, your child must meet four criteria:

1. Have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder from a qualified professional (psychologist, psychological associate, physician, or nurse practitioner)
2. Be under 18 years of age
3. Be a resident of Ontario
4. Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act

All four criteria must be met to qualify for OAP services and funding.

Yes, a formal autism diagnosis is required to qualify for OAP. The diagnosis must come from a qualified professional such as a psychologist, psychological associate, physician, or nurse practitioner.

If your child does not have a diagnosis, you will need to complete an autism assessment first:

• Public assessments: Free but have 12-24 month wait times
• Private assessments: Cost $2,500–$4,000 but are faster (2-4 months)

Once you have a diagnosis, register with AccessOAP immediately at 1-833-425-2445.

No, OAP services are only available for children and youth under 18 years of age. However, if your child is already receiving OAP services before their 18th birthday, they can continue to receive services until age 18 with transition planning.

Youth approaching age 18 should work with their OAP worker to plan for transition to adult developmental services and supports. Contact your local Developmental Services Ontario office for information about adult autism supports.

To be eligible for OAP, your child must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a protected person under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.

Protected persons include Convention refugees and persons in need of protection.

If you are unsure about your immigration status, contact AccessOAP at 1-833-425-2445 to discuss your situation. Refugee claimants and temporary residents (such as work permit holders) may not be eligible for OAP funding.

After receiving an autism diagnosis, contact AccessOAP immediately at 1-833-425-2445 to register your child.

You will need to provide:

1. The original diagnosis report (or clear copy) on professional letterhead with the provider's registration number
2. Your child's Ontario health card number
3. Proof of your child's age and residency
4. Documentation of immigration status (if applicable)

Register immediately after diagnosis because your waitlist position is based on registration date, not diagnosis date. Current wait times average 5+ years for core clinical services.

This eligibility quiz provides general guidance based on standard OAP criteria, but there may be exceptions or special circumstances.

If you answered no to any question but believe you may still be eligible, contact AccessOAP directly at 1-833-425-2445 to discuss your specific situation.

Examples of special circumstances may include families moving to Ontario from another province, children in foster care, or unique immigration situations. AccessOAP case workers can review your circumstances and provide definitive eligibility information.