Autism spectrum disorder
Last updated on December 13, 2024
Start here. Autism Support Specialists can provide you with information about next steps. They have time to chat about your needs and provide guidance at any stage. Call or email.
Assistance is available in English, Chinese, Punjabi, and Tagalog; and staff have access to interpreters to support you in over 50 languages.
AutismInformation@gov.bc.caFor questions regarding your child's autism funding, please contact the Autism Funding Support Team 1-877-777-3530.
For questions about available community resources and building a support team, please contact Autism Information Services BC 1-844-878-4700.
If you live in the Central Okanagan or the North Coast / Bulkely Nechako areas, you have options for how your family accesses supports and services.
For more information, visit the following link or call Autism Information Services BC 1-844-878-4700: Service Delivery Choice for families in Prince Rupert/Haida Gwaii, Smithers, Terrace, Kelowna and the surrounding areas.
Autism impacts each person differently. Autism is a complex condition that impacts brain development. It can impact social interactions, communication, interests or behaviour.
What is autism?
Learn the basics about Autism Spectrum Disorder and find out what signs to look for.
Get a diagnostic assessment
Find out how to schedule a diagnostic assessment and access support while you wait.
Access funding
If your child has been diagnosed with autism, find out how to apply for funding and how you can use it.
Build a support team
Start building a support plan based on programs and services that are available.
Information for service providers
Find out how to support families, apply to be on the RASP, or submit invoices.
Forms and resources
Download forms related to autism funding and explore helpful information and supports.
Find Services
AIS BC Information sessions
Autism Funding and AIS BC are hosting one-hour virtual information sessions via the Zoom platform. These sessions are intended for parents/guardians with a child who has been recently diagnosed, and who are new to the Autism Funding Programs.
These sessions will cover:
- Introduction to Autism Funding and AIS BC
- Basics of building a team
- Overview of the Autism Funding Programs
We will also be allowing time for a brief question and answer period. Please note that we will not be using this session time to answer child-specific questions. Time will be allowed for a brief program specific question and answer period; however, any child-specific questions can be supported through a 1-1 call with an AIS BC Specialist.
Autism funding is divided into Under Age 6 Funding and Ages 6-18 Funding. The content of the information sessions is specific to each group so please register for the session that applies to your child.
Age 6-18 session registration Under 6 session registration
Registry of Autism Service Providers (RASP)
Use the Registry of Autism Service Providers (RASP) to find a qualified professional who provides support in your community.
Manage Your Autism Funding Online
Check your funding balance, set-up service providers for payment, request equipment, get reimbursed and ask questions.
Learn about autism, find best practice therapies, see how to apply for autism funding, and get suggestions for hiring professionals or connecting with other parents.
Find policy and procedure for autism funding.
The Parent's Handbook is also available in eight other languages.