New needs-based autism funding possible, minister says

The province is launching consultations as it looks for ways to provide more supports for children with autism, following backlash over its original program.
Nipissing MPP Vic Fedeli says an advisory panel made up of parents, autistic adults and experts will review the results of an online survey and telephone town halls to provide recommendations this summer on a new needs assessment process, as well as an approach to provide support through Childhood Budgets, “one that is responsive to c