Jun 9, 2017 | In the news
April Pare (right) said autism funding for her five-year-old daughter Adyson was stopped last year because she was making too much progress. The family is hopeful the government’s new rules will allow Adyson to access specialized treatment again. (Jason...
Jun 9, 2017 | In the news
Janet McLaughlin, shown here in a file photo with her son Sebastian, is pleased that the government has changed the rules about how long children with autism are eligible for therapy. (Janet McLaughlin) ‘We can count on that therapy to continue well into the...
Jun 9, 2017 | In the news
By the time Teitia Bowslaugh was diagnosed with autism, she was already too old to be eligible for the treatment program that could have helped her. But now, the 10-year-old with autism spectrum disorder might finally be able to receive the treatment she needs, said...
Jun 8, 2017 | In the news
No age limit on progam for kids with autism (CTV Kitchener – Stu Gooden) * ‘Finally got it right’:Ont. announces autism plan (Paul Bliss) * The Ontario government has unveiled its new autism program…. * ...
Jun 8, 2017 | In the news
TORONTO – Ontario announced the launch of its new autism program on Thursday, which is expected to go much more smoothly than the Liberal government’s last attempt that angered thousands of families and spawned large protests. Children and Youth Services...
Jun 8, 2017 | In the news
Children and Youth Services Minister Michael Coteau announces details of the new Ontario autism program on June 8, 2017. (BERNARD WEIL / TORONTO STAR) After decades of advocacy, parents across the province are finally getting overdue changes to government services...
Jun 8, 2017 | In the news
ErinOakKids student Argenio Fevidal gets help from teacher Aneesa Chan as Children and Youth Services Minister Michael Coteau announces details of the new Ontario autism program on Thursday. (BERNARD WEIL / TORONTO STAR) Kids get service they need when they need it...
Jun 8, 2017 | In the news
Queen’s Park in downtown Toronto, Ont., on May 29, 2015. Craig Wadman / File / Global News By Allison Jones The Canadian Press TORONTO – Ontario announced the launch of its new autism program on Thursday, which is expected to go much more smoothly than...
Jun 8, 2017 | In the news
Jessica Perusco says she’s awaiting details of Ontario’s new autism program and is keen to know how it will impact her daughter Lucia, who turns 6 next month. She is shown with her brother, Matteo, who is almost 3. (CHRIS SO / TORONTO STAR FILE PHOTO) ...
Jun 8, 2017 | In the news
All Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder Eligible for New Ontario Autism Program June 8, 2017 1:00 P.M. Ministry of Children and Youth Services The province is transforming the way that children and youth with autism, and their families, receive services...
