Neurodiversity
Autism Canada
A Canada-Wide organization whose primary mandate is to increase the quality of life and well-being of people on the Autism Spectrum through education, advocacy, and support.
(647) 362-5610 | 1 (800) 983-1795
info@autismcanada.org
https://www.autismcanada.org
Autism Speaks – 100 Day Kit for Young Children
https://www.autismspeaks.org/tool-kit/100-day-kit-young-children
Canada Disability Tax Credit (DTC)
Non-refundable tax credit (RC4064) that helps persons with disabilities or their supporting persons reduce the amount of income tax they may have to pay.
1-800-959-8281
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/segments/tax-credits-deductions-persons-disabilities/disability-tax-credit.html
Canada Revenue Agency Child Disability Benefit (CDB)
Tax-free benefit for families who care for a child under age 18 who is eligible for the disability tax credit (under the condition that a medical practitioner certifies that the child has a severe and prolonged impairment in physical or mental functions).
1-800-387-1193
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/child-disability-benefit.html
Employment Insurance (EI) Compassionate Care Benefits
EI benefits paid to qualified individuals who have to be away from work temporarily to provide care or support to a family member who is gravely ill or injured, for a maximum of 35 weeks depending on the situation. Applicants are encouraged to use the online application process.
1 (800) 206-7218
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/caregiving.html
Employment Works
A program for people who identify as Autistic, neurodivergent, or have a disability and are looking to find and keep a job. Training includes In-Person job sampling and online job simulations.
1 (888) 733-7976
info@employment-works.ca
https://www.employment-works.ca
Fédération Québécoise de l’Autisme (FQA)
Brings together organizations and groups who serve and advocate for the Autism community. The website has many resources and listings of services in various regions, mostly in French, but English documents and organizations are available with some searching.
3396 Jean-Talon St. E., Montreal, QC H2A 1W8
(514) 270-7386 | 1 (888) 830-2833
http://www.autisme.qc.ca
L’Office des personnes handicapées du Québec
Supports the public participation of people with disabilities in Quebec. They do this by carrying out research, sharing with organizations government policy and initiatives that could affect people with disabilities, collaborating with other entities that serve them and providing direct services such as free guides and information. The website is mainly in French, however, there is a documentation centre which has valuable literature to help and support persons with disabilities and their families.
1 (800) 567-1465
https://www.quebec.ca/en/family-and-support-for-individuals/social-participation-people-with-disabilities/information-support-services-people-with-disabilities
Quebec Assistance and Social Solidarity (Basic Income Program)
The Social Solidarity Program is intended for a single adult or for families in which one or more adults have severely limited capacity for employment (https://www.quebec.ca/en/family-and-support-for-individuals/social-assistance-social-solidarity#c67410). This program provides financial assistance and promotes integration and social participation. The amount allocated varies according to the composition of the family and other criteria, such as type of accommodation, income or assets.
https://www.quebec.ca/en/family-and-support-for-individuals/social-assistance-social-solidarity
Quebec Intellectual Disability Society
Advocates for and provides information about those experiencing intellectual disabilities in Quebec. The website is bilingual and some resources are as well, but many are available in French only.
(514) 725-2387
info@sqdi.ca
https://www.sqdi.ca
Quebec Supplement for Handicapped Children
Financial assistance is offered for families to help with the care and education of a child with a handicap (Regardless of family income or type of handicap).
(514) 864-3873 | 1 (800) 667-9625
https://www.rrq.gouv.qc.ca/en/programmes/soutien_enfants/supplement/Pages/supplement.aspx
Retraite Québec Child Assistance Payment
Financial assistance is paid to all eligible families with one or more dependent children under the age of 18 living with them.
(514) 864-3873 | 1 (800) 667-9625
https://www.rrq.gouv.qc.ca/en/programmes/soutien_enfants/paiement/Pages/paiment.aspx
Revenu Québec
Offers tax credits and benefits for individuals with disabilities.
(514) 864-6299 | 1 (800) 267-6299
https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/your-situation/disabled-individuals/
Shelter Allowance Program (Revenu Quebec)
For low-income individuals and families who spend too much of their budget on housing.
https://www.revenuquebec.ca/en/citizens/your-situation/low-income/shelter-allowance-program
Disabled Parking Permit (Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ)
Parking permit issued for use by either a vehicle driver or passenger who is disabled.
1-800-361-7620
https://www.saaq.gouv.qc.ca/en/persons-mobility-impairment/obtaining-disabled-parking-permit
Transport Adapté Laurentides
Paratransit service is a door-to-door service for handicapped people which operates by appointment only.
1-800-717-9737 or 819-774-0486 (press 0)
info@transportlaurentides.ca
https://www.transportlaurentides.ca/transport-adapte
Agape Laval
Services for families with autistic child 0-6 years old. Workshops to help navigate the system, parent support groups and monthly playdates.
450-934-1122
AMI Quebec
Provides mental health support with an online support group for caregivers.
514-486-1448
http://www.amiquebec.org
Provides a diversified range of services aimed at a clientele of all ages and with the most varied needs, including camps, respite, social skills, and family support and more. Services mostly in French. One on one support can be provided in English.
(450) 569-1794
http://www.autismelaurentides.org
Website dedicated to providing parent caregivers resources and tools preparing for their child to become a legal adult. French website.
https://parentcap18.ca/
Clinique Interaction
Bilingual private services for children aged 0-18, including individual support and group services. Groups are mostly in French. Individual services offered in English.
450-433-0662
http://www.cliniqueinteraction.com
La Maison des Parents d’Enfants Handicapés
Services for individuals with autism and/or intellectual deficiency and their families. Respite, groups, etc. Services primarily in French.
450-431-7428
http://www.lmdp.org
Uni-Diversity
Private services in English, offering workshops, family support, and coaching.
514-208-6227
info@uni-diversity.com
http://www.uni-diversity.com
Access 2 Card (Easter Seals Canada)
The Access 2 Card program helps to ensure that entertainment, cultural and recreational opportunities are more available and accessible to all. Provides discounted admission to a support person who accompanies and individual with a disability to a variety of venues.
1 877 376 6362
access2card@easterseals.ca
https://www.access2card.ca
AQLPH – CAL Association québecoise pour le loisir des personnes handicapées – Carte accompagnement loi
Provides a card allowing free entrance for a support person accompanying individuals with disabilities.
1-833-693-2253
https://www.carteloisir.ca