- Up to $22,000 a year under 6; up to $6,000 a year ages 6 to 18.
- Autism funding accepts applications until March 2027.
- A new Children and Youth Disability Benefit is rolling out.
- Check gov.bc.ca for the latest details.
How much is autism funding?
| Age | Up to per year |
|---|---|
| Under 6 | $22,000 |
| 6 to 18 | $6,000 |
Amounts are per child, per year, for approved services.1
What's changing?
BC announced a new Children and Youth Disability Benefit of $6,500 or $17,000 a year, rolling out over 2026 and 2027. From July 2027, an income-tested Children and Youth Disability Supplement of up to $6,000 a year will also be available for children eligible for the federal Disability Tax Credit. Autism funding continues and accepts applications until March 2027.12 Rules may change, so check the government pages before making plans.
What should I do next?
Try
- Applying for autism funding now
- Keeping receipts for approved services
- Watching for Disability Benefit updates
Skip
- Assuming the old rules still apply
- Waiting to start supports at home
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