Autism Programs

The Ontario Autism Program (OAP) offers support to families of children and youth on the autism spectrum. Children and youth who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by a qualified professional are eligible for the program. Children can receive services and supports until the age of 18.

Holland Bloorview is one of the multiple service providers in Ontario, providing services to children and youth registered with the OAP. This includes two options for Caregiver Meditated Early Years (CMEY) Programs. Holland Bloorview is also a partner agency providing Urgent Response Service (URS) for eligible families living in Toronto.

If your child has a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), you can register for the Ontario Autism Program online or by mail. Visit the Ontario Autism Program for registration information or call 1-833-425-2445.

Caregiver-Mediated Early Years Programs are part of the OAP and support families with young children ages 12-48 months, who have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). 

Please note: Families must be directly invited to participate in a CMEY program. Only eligible families registered for the OAP will receive a written invitation to register for a CMEY program.

You can learn more about the caregiver-mediated early years programs from the OAP website.

Please note that there is no cost to participate in these programs, but you must be registered for the OAP and have received an invitation letter. 

How to Register to the CMEY Programs:

CMEY programs are available for registration following the receipt of an Ontario Autism Program invitation letter ONLY. If you have received an invitation letter via email, please follow instructions on your personal letter to access these services.

This new program will benefit children and youth with disabilities (including those with a diagnosis of ASD to support skill development. Participants will embark on an exciting journey where they not only delve into the world of robotics or coding but also cultivate life skills.

• This group will be supervised by a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (TRS) and Behaviour Analyst (BCBA).
• Use evidence-based strategies in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and recreational best practices will be implemented.
• Participants (with their family) will be provided with an individual assessment to identify goals to develop individualized treatment strategies.
• Program provides engaging robotic/coding activities in a supportive environment where participants can learn and practice their skills.
• Parents support include follow-up session post program with a Board-Certified Behavioral Analyst 
• Eligible under Ontario Autism Program for participants currently receiving Core Clinical Services funding. 
• Eligible under OAP core clinical service funding.

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Holland Bloorview is offering social work services for the Urgent Response Service as part of the Toronto Autism Services Network (please link to TASN website). This service is a time-limited service with a focus on:

• Reducing risk of harm to the child/youth, others and/or property 
• Stabilizing behaviours and prevent crisis
• Targeting a single issue that can be addressed within a time-limited approach

How to Register to the URS:

Please note that Holland Bloorview does not accept any requests for OAP Urgent Response Services directly. All requests for Urgent Response Services are coordinated by Surrey Place. If you would like to determine eligibility for URS, please contact childrens.registration@surreyplace.ca or call 1-833-575-KIDS (5437). For more information visit Toronto Autism Services Network.