91,974
children are registered in the Ontario Autism Program
Primary source MCCSS FOI via OAC · May 2026 Verified 2026-11-03
EA Support for Autistic Children in Kindergarten in Ontario
A diagnosis of autism alone does not automatically trigger EA support.
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EA Support for Autistic Children in Kindergarten in Ontario A diagnosis of autism alone does not automatically trigger EA support. Begin transition planning early, before enrolment. Contact the school and request a meeting with the Special Education Resource Teacher (SERT). Read the guide www.endthewaitontario.com/answers/kindergarten-ea-support-eligibility
Download English captions (WebVTT)A diagnosis of autism alone does not automatically trigger EA support. A short explainer with music and captions. 49 seconds.
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Only 20,711 children have active funding agreements (22.5%), less than one in four
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WHO recommends accessible, community-based early interventions for children with autism. Timely evidence-based psychosocial interventions improve communication and social engagement
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Written by Spencer Carroll
Founder & Autism Advocate
Lived experience: Parent of autistic child in the OAP system