Allowance for Special Needs Program – Youth
Program eligibility
The Allowance for Special Needs Program is intended for children if they have a permanent disability resulting in significant and persistent impairment that limits their academic learning at home.
Your child must attend a recognized unsubsidized private school and follow a recognized program of study.
The allowance allows you to purchase the necessary material resources recommended by a health professional to enable your child to pursue their studies in:
- preschool
- elementary school
- secondary school
No other program should cover the same needs.
Eligibility requirements
To be eligible, your child must meet the following criteria:
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or have refugee or protected person status.
- Be a person considered as a Québec resident.
- Be admitted to a recognized unsubsidized private school and follow a recognized program of study.
- Be enrolled in full-time studies or have a minimum of 20 course hours per month.
- Have a recognized permanent disability resulting in significant and persistent impairment.
Last update: July 17, 2024
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