$965M
Ontario allocated $965M to the Ontario Autism Program in 2026-27
Primary source Government of Ontario, Ministry of Finance (2026) Verified 2026-03-26
What Happens to Autism Funding at 18 in Ontario?
OAP funding does not automatically continue into adulthood.
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What Happens to Autism Funding at 18 in Ontario? Do not wait for a notice telling you what comes next. OAP funding does not automatically continue into adulthood. The Ontario Autism Program funds therapy and supports only for children. Families must separately apply for adult supports through DSO, Passport, and ODSP. Families do not have to wait until their child's 18th birthday to start. As early as age 16. Read the guide www.endthewaitontario.com/answers/what-happens-to-autism-funding-at-18
Download English captions (WebVTT)OAP funding does not automatically continue into adulthood. A short explainer with music and captions. 49 seconds.
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What Happens to OAP When Your Child Turns 18?
Ontario Autism Program services end when a person turns 18. - Running time 0:38 Teens and adults
Autism and guardianship in Ontario: what changes at 18
If decision-making support is needed, supported decision-making should be explored before guardianship. - Running time 0:50 Teens and adults
Autism Housing Ontario: Options for Autistic Adults
Housing support for an autistic adult in Ontario starts with Developmental Services Ontario (DSO).
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The FAO estimated $1.35 billion in annual OAP need at 2018-19 service levels for approximately 40,700 children in its 2020 report
Primary source Financial Accountability Office of Ontario (2020) Verified 2020-07-21
91,974
children are registered in the Ontario Autism Program
Primary source MCCSS FOI via OAC · May 2026 Verified 2026-11-03
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Last system verification: 2026-11-03. Next scheduled update: 2027-02-01.
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Written by Spencer Carroll
Founder & Autism Advocate
Lived experience: Parent of autistic child in the OAP system