Failure to adequately address anti-Black racism complaints and implement recommendations from the Ministry-commissioned review. The Minister cited the board's inability to take corrective action on systemic racism findings.
Former Director of Education, Toronto District School Board. Extensive K-12 education administration experience.
Appointed
Peel District School Board placed under supervision — anti-Black racism findings
The Minister of Education appointed a supervisor to the Peel District School Board, stripping elected trustees of their governance powers. The Ministry cited the board's failure to adequately address findings from a Ministry-commissioned review into anti-Black racism. Approximately 155,000 students, including an estimated 15,500 receiving special education supports, were immediately affected. SEAC continued operating in an advisory capacity only.
Verified Facts
Under the Ontario Education Act, every student with special needs is entitled to an Individual Education Plan (IEP) and access to an Identification, Placement and Review Committee (IPRC)
88,175 — children are registered in the Ontario Autism Program
1 in 50 — According to the 2019 Canadian Health Survey on Children and Youth, about children and youth aged 1 to 17 in Canada had an autism diagnosis
23.4% — Only 20,666 children have active funding agreements () — less than one in four
WHO recommends accessible, community-based early interventions for children with autism — timely evidence-based psychosocial interventions improve communication and social engagement