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Transportation Rights for Autistic Students in Ontario
The Education Act lets boards provide transportation but does not require it.
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Education Rights Transportation Rights for Autistic Students in Ontario The Education Act lets boards provide transportation but does not require it. Education Act · section 190 When your child needs it because of a disability, the Human Rights Code duty to accommodate applies. Ontario Human Rights Code What to document and request Document the specific sensory or behavioural reasons with a clinician and request an IEP amendment meeting. The amendment should address transportation accommodations, this may include a dedicated aide, route modifications, or an alternative transportation arrangement. The IEP should specify the required qualifications or training for any aide accompanying your child on transportation. Read the guide www.endthewaitontario.com/education/transportation Verified 2026-11-03
Download English captions (WebVTT)The Education Act lets boards provide transportation but does not require it. A short silent explainer with captions. Illustrations after Julius Klinger. 50 seconds.
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Written by Spencer Carroll
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Lived experience: Parent of autistic child in the OAP system