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FAQ

This page will address questions you may have about the Child & Youth Disability Reimbursement Program.

Yes. Reimbursement requests may be submitted in the same application window, or in different application windows, as long as you do not exceed the category limits or the $2,500 program maximum.

Submission for Assessments/Therapies: 

Scenario: Submit a reimbursement request for one category (assessments/therapies) in one application window. 

Action: Complete the reimbursement request form and include the receipts for assessments/therapies (up to $1,500). 

Next Steps: You may submit a reimbursement request for the other category (equipment) in a future application window.  

Submission for Equipment:  

Scenario: Submit a reimbursement request for one category (equipment) in one application window. 

Action: Complete the reimbursement request form and include the receipts for equipment (up to $1,000). 

Next Steps: You may submit a reimbursement request for the other category (assessments/therapies) in a future application window. 

Submission for Both Categories: 

Scenario: Submitting a reimbursement request for both categories at the same time in one application window. 

Action: Complete the reimbursement request form and include the receipts for both assessments/therapies (up to $1,500) and equipment (up to $1,000). 

Next Steps: If you submit a combined request for assessments/therapies and equipment, you may not submit an additional request in a future application window within the same program cycle (1 April 2026-31 March 2027).

Assessments & Therapies
  • Applied Behaviour Analysis/Behavioural Consulting 
  • ​Audiology
  • Physiotherapy 
  • Psychology/Neuropsychology 
  • Occupational Therapy  
  • Ophthalmology/Vision Therapy 
  • Social Services/Counselling  
  • Speech Language Pathology 
Assistive Listening Equipment
  • Fixed Sound Field RMT Systems
  • FM/DM and Infrared/Loop Systems
  • Microphone Tech System
  • Personal RMT System
  • Portable Sound Field RMT System

Augmentative & Alternative Communication Equipment 

  • Alpha/Picture Boards
  • Eye-Tracking Devices
  • Speech Generating Devices
  • Switch-Activated Devices
  • ​Voice Amplification System​
Adaptive Tools
  • Adaptations Kit
  • Easy Writing Slope
  • Hand Mobility Assistive Device
  • Sit-Stand Desk
Portable Tech Equipment
  • IdeaPad Chromebook
  • iPad
  • iPad Pencil
  • Laptop
  • Tablet
Sensory Equipment
  • Bouncy bands
  • Bouncy Board
  • Cacoon Pod/Saucer/Swing
  • Chair (Ball/Beanbag/Ray-Lax)
  • Classroom Cruiser
  • Colour Boulders
  • Colour Panel
  • Digital Calendar/Visual Timer
  • Fidget Kit
  • Light Panel/Shaker
  • Noise Cancelling Headphones
  • Sensory Starter Kit
  • Wiggle Seat
  • Weighted Item
Software, Applications, Tools
  • Adaptive Keyboard/Mice
  • C-Pen
  • Digital Calendar/Visual Timer
  • Magnifiers/Large Print Material
  • Reading/Writing Support Applications
  • Reminder Applications
  • Screen Reader/Braille Display
  • Symbol Making Software
  • Text-to-Speech Software 

 

Yes. A letter of recommendation from a qualified professional can be uploaded to validate the required assessments, therapies, assistive devices and/or equipment. Examples of a qualified professional could be from the child’s school, a speech-language pathologist, an occupational therapist, a physical therapist, a social worker, a psychologist, or a doctor, etc.  

No. The reimbursement model is standard practice for not-for-profit programming. Families currently unable to cover the costs upfront, may qualify for immediate financial assistance from SISIP Financial Counsellors.   

The Financial Counsellors can assist the family with access to short-term emergency financial support and then help the family plan for similar situations in the future.   

Balances not already covered by insurance are eligible for reimbursement. If you are submitting a financial reimbursement form for an expense partially covered by insurance, the applicable insurance statements are required.
If you cannot submit your MPRR because of its security classification, a letter of validation from your designated MFS office will be accepted in lieu.  
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