The provincial government announced Thursday that Saskatchewan families with children who have Autism Spectrum Disorder will now have access to more services under I-F or the Individualized Funding Program.

Eligible services now include life skills programs such as swimming and tutoring, as well as therapeutic day camps and summer programs, and equine therapy.

Parents are provided funding for therapeutic interventions and family supports that best suit their child’s individual needs. An estimated 1,000 families are expected to access I-F this year.

In 2021-22, $10.3 million was allocated to provide $8,000 annually per child with ASD up to the age of five, and $6,000 annually per child with ASD from age six to 11.

The application form and eligible services list are available at saskatchewan.ca/autism.