This guide developed by the British Columbia’s Ministry of Child & Family Development (MCFD) helps parents and other caregivers of children aged 6-12 learn about autism, find best practice therapies, see how to apply for autism funding, and get suggestions for to hiring professionals or connecting with other parents.

The Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) provides Autism Funding to families who have a child or youth with an eligible ASD diagnosis. There are two Autism Funding programs. The Under Age 6 program provides families with access to $22,000/year and the Ages 6-18 program provides families with access to $6,000/year. Children and youth with ASD and other developmental disabilities are also eligible for other services and supports through MCFD, such as Early Intervention Therapies, School-Aged Therapies, Infant Development, Supported Child Development and Family Support Services, including respite.