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Financial Relief Program
Financial relief for autism service fees
Last Update: May 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000 - $ 25,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Montréal, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides financial relief to help families access autism services when resources are limited. Subsidies are applied directly to program fees for eligible ABA and summer camp options, with support amounts ranging from $15,000 to $25,000 for the 2025/26 service year.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Minimum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Montréal
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Income Support and Maintenance
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- People with disabilities
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- ABA Classroom Level 1 services.
- ABA Classroom Level 2 services.
- Summer camp respite for up to two weeks.
Documents Needed
- Canada Revenue Agency Notice of Assessment or Canada Child Benefit statement
- Two most recent pay stubs, if available
- Ontario Autism Program funding statement, if available
- Proof of address or OAP number
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Parents, legal guardians, or caregivers of eligible clients.
- Families seeking support for ABA Classroom services.
- Families seeking support for summer camp respite.
Eligible expenses
- Program fees for eligible autism services.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs not related to eligible program fees.
- Cash redemption of the subsidy.
- Transfer of the subsidy to another person or household member.
- Carrying the subsidy over to the following service year.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario, Canada
- Toronto
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first verified on a rolling basis for eligibility and documentation.
- Eligible applications are reviewed by an independent adjudication panel after the application period closes.
- Applicants are notified of the decision by email and/or phone.
- Approved applicants must sign a subsidy contract and complete enrollment and disbursement planning within two weeks.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial Relief Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Financial Relief Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Financial Relief Program?
This program provides financial relief to help families access autism services when resources are limited. Subsidies are applied directly to program fees for eligible ABA and summer camp options, with support amounts ranging from $15,000 to $25,000 for the 2025/26 service year.
How much funding can be received?
Financial Relief Program Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Financial Relief Program program?
To be eligible for the Financial Relief Program program, you must:
Registered in the Ontario Autism Program.
Demonstrates financial need.
Meets program-specific requirements.
What expenses are eligible under Financial Relief Program?
ABA Classroom Level 1 services.
ABA Classroom Level 2 services.
Summer camp respite for up to two weeks.
Who can I contact for more information about the Financial Relief Program?
You can contact Geneva Centre for Autism (GCA) by email at subsidy@autism.net or by phone at 416-322-7877 ext 332.
Where is the Financial Relief Program available?
The Financial Relief Program program is available Montréal, Ontario.
Is the Financial Relief Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Financial Relief Program is a Grant and Funding