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Easy Guide to Funding for Speech-Language Pathology Services in BC (Updated 2026)

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There are several funding sources to make it easier to access private speech therapy services. This guide makes it easy to assess you or your child’s eligibility for free or subsidized speech-language pathology (SLP) services in British Columbia. Arbutus Speech Therapy will be glad to assist in determining which funding options are best throughout the […]

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What is AAC? A Guide to Augmentative and Alternative Communication

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Do you have a family member who is unable to communicate their needs verbally? If so, you might have heard the term AAC or Augmentative and Alternative Communication. AAC is a combination of systems and strategies that replace or supplement speech. In this guide, we will be discussing some of the most common questions about

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My Child is Not Talking Yet – When to Start Speech Therapy?

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A child’s first word and first step are expected around their first birthday. However speech and language milestones are not hard rules. The truth is, some children develop faster or slower than others. A Speech Therapist can help you identify where your child is in terms of their developmental milestones. So, when should parents and

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Accessing Public Health Speech Therapy services in BC for Children 0-5

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Accessing public health speech therapy services can be challenging to navigate for the uninitiated. In order to access public SLP services in Vancouver, you will need to request service through your local public health unit, and each health unit has a slightly different process. Families with children aged 0-5 in British Columbia who suspect their

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4 Steps to Autism (ASD) Diagnosis, Funding, and Treatment in BC (Updated 2026)

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A practical guide for BC families covering the current four-step pathway from referral to funding, plus what you need to know about the major changes on the horizon. ⚠ Important: The autism funding landscape is changing In February 2026, the BC government announced it will phase out the existing Autism Funding program and replace it

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