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Apply for autism funding

Last updated on April 8, 2026

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Prior to applying for funding

In order to apply for funding, ensure you have had an assessment and diagnosis.

Foster parents and other caregivers should talk to a guardianship worker or social worker about a child in their care.

If you need help with your application, contact Autism Information Services.

Gather required documents

Gather the required documents based on age and assessment:

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Under age six with British Columbia Autism Assessment Network (BCAAN) Assessment

  • Proof of age and residency (example: birth certificate, BC Services Card)
  • Copy of the BCAAN Clinical Outcome (PANTER) Form
  • Optional: Copy of BCAAN assessment report(s)
 

Under age six with Private Assessment (Non BCAAN)

  • Proof of age and residency (example: birth certificate, BC Services Card)
  • Copy of the Non-BCAAN (Private) Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder Form (CF0904)
  • Diagnostic report from the qualified professional who completed the assessment that includes: 
    • Evidence that the ADOS-2 and ADI-R assessment tools were used to assess autism 
    • Signature of the individual who completed the assessment
  • Evidence that a multidisciplinary assessment was conducted with findings of speech-language and psychological evaluations incorporated (and/or provided as an attachment)
    • Such as: standardized speech-language communication assessment; standardized, norm-referenced measures of cognitive and adaptive functioning
 

Ages 6 to 18 with BCAAN Assessment

  • Proof of age and residency (example: birth certificate, BC Services Card)
  • Copy of the BCAAN Clinical Outcome (PANTER) Form
  • Optional: Copy of BCAAN assessment report(s)
 

Ages 6-18 with non-BCAAN Assessment

  • Proof of age and residency (example: birth certificate, BC Services Card)
  • Copy of the Non-BCAAN (Private) Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder Form (CF0904)
  • Diagnostic report from the qualified professional who completed the assessment that includes: 
    • Evidence that the ADOS-2 and ADI-R assessment tools were used to assess autism 
    • Signature of the individual who completed the assessment
 

Out of Province/Country Assessment (Ages 0-18)

  • Proof of age and residency (example: birth certificate, BC Services Card)
  • Copy of the Confirmation of Previous Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder Form (CF0905).
  • Copy of the original Diagnostic Report and/or any assessment information that supports the diagnosis of autism.

Note: A new assessment may be required if the BC specialist cannot confirm that the previous diagnosis meets the DSM-5 criteria. 

Submitting an Autism Funding application online

The submission process has changed as of April 8, 2026. The changes will not affect any recently submitted or in process applications.

Step 1: You must register for a Basic BCeID before you can complete your online application. It only takes a few minutes. If you’ve logged into other B.C. government services before, you may already have an account you can use. If you do not already have a Basic BCeID, apply for one before moving to Step 2.

Apply for a Basic BCeID

Step 2: Complete the online application form.

Complete the online application form

If you encounter any issues during application, please contact Autism Information Services BC at 1-844-878-4700.

If you encounter any issues applying for your Basic BCeID, please contact the Service BC Help Desk.

Service BC Help Desk is open Monday to Friday (except statutory holidays) from 7:30 am to 5 pm PST, or 8:30 am to 6 pm MST.

Submitting an application for Autism Funding via email or CYSN Office

The submission process has changed as of April 8, 2026. The changes will not affect any recently submitted or in process applications.

Step 1: Complete the Application for Autism Funding.

Complete the application (PDF, 142KB)

Step 2:  Email your completed application and all supporting documents to mcf.autismfundingintake@gov.bc.ca, or contact your local CYSN office to submit your application and supporting documents.

Contact your local CYSN office

Sign the funding agreement

After eligibility for Autism Funding has been confirmed, parents or guardians will receive two copies of an Autism Funding Agreement in the mail. Both copies must be signed and returned to Autism Funding within two weeks. Please be aware that only one parent or guardian can serve as an agreement signatory on an Autism Funding Agreement.

Requesting a Children and Youth with Support Needs (CYSN) Social Worker

With confirmed eligibility for Autism Funding, you may be eligible for other CYSN supports and services. Please contact your local CYSN office for more information.

Hire service providers or purchase other types of support

Parents or guardians will then receive a letter that outlines how much funding their child is eligible for, including:

BC Children and Youth Disability Benefit Transition

The current Autism Funding system is in effect until March of 2027, and we will continue to receive applications and onboard eligible families until then. We will contact all recipients about their eligibility to transfer to the new BC Children and Youth Disability Benefit ahead of the transition.

Learn more about the Children and Youth Disability Benefit here.

Log in to My Family Services

Check your funding balance, set-up service providers for payment, request equipment, get reimbursed and ask questions.

Log in to My Family Services

Contact information

Ask the Autism Funding team for help with funding paperwork or processes.

Victoria Office
250-387-3530
Toll Free
1-877-777-3530
Fax
250-356-8578
Email
MCF.AutismFundingUnit@gov.bc.ca
Mailing
PO Box 9776 STN PROV GOVT Victoria, BC V8W 9S5