91,974
children are registered in the Ontario Autism Program
Primary source MCCSS FOI via OAC · May 2026 Verified 2026-11-03
Behaviour Support for Autistic Children in Ontario
Behaviour support plans should be developed by a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) or equivalent qualified professional.
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Behaviour Support for Autistic Children in Ontario Behaviour analytic services are a core OAP-funded service. Behaviour support plans should be developed by a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) or equivalent qualified professional. Request regular progress reports and plan review meetings. Ask the school for its board policy on physical restraint and for a written safety plan. in writing Request all incident reports in writing Read the guide www.endthewaitontario.com/behaviour-support-ontario
Download English captions (WebVTT)Behaviour support plans should be developed by a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) or equivalent qualified professional. A short explainer with music and captions. 47 seconds.
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ESDM (Early Start Denver Model) in Ontario
ESDM combines ABA learning principles with a child-centred, relationship-based approach.
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22.5%
Only 20,711 children have active funding agreements (22.5%), less than one in four
Primary source MCCSS FOI via OAC · May 2026 Verified 2026-11-03
WHO recommends accessible, community-based early interventions for children with autism. Timely evidence-based psychosocial interventions improve communication and social engagement
Primary source World Health Organization (2025) Verified 2025-09-17
1 in 50
According to the 2019 Canadian Health Survey on Children and Youth, about 1 in 50 children and youth aged 1 to 17 in Canada had an autism diagnosis
Primary source Public Health Agency of Canada (2024) Verified 2024-03-26
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Written by Spencer Carroll
Founder & Autism Advocate
Lived experience: Parent of autistic child in the OAP system