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Autism (also known as autism spectrum disorder or ASD) is a lifelong condition. It's important to get a diagnosis and provide supports and services as early as possible. These can include: 1. occupational therapy 2. speech and language therapy 3. training for parents, families and caregivers 4. behavioural therapy 5. medication 6. education and sch...
Programs and supports for people on the autism spectrum should: 1. build upon individual strengths and abilities 2. be available in different settings, like: 2.1. home 2.2. school 2.3. community 3. bring together different supports that promote: 3.1. independence 3.2. skill development 3.3. community involvement 4. involve family and caregivers, wh...
Connections for Students can help children with autism move from community-based services delivered through the Ontario Autism Program into school. Connections for Students is centred on multi-disciplinary, student-specific, school-based transition teams.
The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development provides financial assistance for every preschool child with ASD to access up to 20 hours of EIBI per week through an approved autism agency.
Sep 26, 2024 · The Framework for Autism in Canada (framework) outlines five priority areas: screening, diagnosis, and services; economic inclusion; data collection, public health surveillance, and research; public awareness, understanding and acceptance; and tools and resources.
The information provided is for anyone who has a child or loved one with autism, intellectual disability or another disability, who is or will be attending school in Canada. The toolkit is meant to be a resource to better understand your child’s rights and needs to a publicly-funded education.
The ETS program is designed to prepare young children with ASD for their first school experience, whether in Kindergarten or Grade One. After completing the group-based program, families and educators can request consultation services from ETS staff during the child's first six months in school.
