Here’s a chart comparing provincial programs across Canada that are similar to Ontario’s Passport Program, which provides direct funding to adults with developmental disabilities for community participation, respite, and personal development.
🧠Provincial Programs Comparable to Ontario’s Passport Program
| Province/Territory | Program Name | Key Features |
| Ontario | Passport Program | Direct funding for community participation, respite, life skills, personal development |
| British Columbia | CLBC Individualized Funding | Managed by Community Living BC; supports adults with developmental disabilities to live independently |
| Alberta | Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) & PDD | FSCD for children; PDD (Persons with Developmental Disabilities) for adults—includes community access and respite |
| Saskatchewan | Cognitive Disability Strategy | Individualized supports, including respite and community inclusion |
| Manitoba | Community Living disABILITY Services | Residential, day services, respite, and employment support |
| Quebec | Services through CISSS/CIUSSS | Regional health authorities provide individualized services and respite |
| Nova Scotia | Disability Support Program | Includes community-based supports, respite, and independent living funding |
| New Brunswick | Disability Support Program | Individualized funding for adults with disabilities, including respite and skills development |
| Prince Edward Island | AccessAbility Supports | Funding for respite, community inclusion, assistive devices, and employment help |
| Newfoundland & Labrador | Supportive Services Program | Includes respite, community supports, and independent living assistance |
| Yukon | Services for Persons with Disabilities | Community inclusion and respite supports through Social Services |
| Northwest Territories | Integrated Service Delivery | Supports for children and adults with disabilities, including respite |
| Nunavut | Community and Family Services | Limited individualized supports: respite may be available through local health centers |
đź“Ś Note: While the structure and names vary, most provinces offer individualized funding or services aimed at helping adults with developmental disabilities live more independently and participate in their communities.