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How Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) strategies are incorporated into your child’s special education program through PPM 140

Back to school is here! For children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), it is common that Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) strategies are used within their special education program to support learning.   In May 2007, the Ontario Ministry of Education introduced Policy/Program Memoranda number 140 (PPM 140). PPM 140 is a directive that incorporates methods of […]

What are Transition Strategies?

Transition strategies are techniques used to support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) during changes or disruptions to activities, settings or routines. These techniques can be used before, during and after a transition, and can be presented verbally (such as telling your child what they need to do) or visually (such as showing your child […]

What is an Individual Education Plan (IEP)?

An Individual Education Plan (IEP) is a written plan developed to support your child in school. It is a working document that describes the strengths and needs of an individual student, the special education program and services established to meet that students’ needs, and how the program and services will be delivered to best support them. It describes the students’ progress and includes a […]

Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month – Thank you for support!

Thank you to everyone who showed their support for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and your participation in our #HandsTogether4Autism campaign for Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month!  Throughout the month, we teamed up with Kinark Autism Services staff to create an informative video series about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to help raise awareness and show our support. Our ‘Did you know?’ video series provides four fast facts about ASD.  Check out […]

How to Get Involved in Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month this October

October is Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month in Canada! We at Kinark Autism Services are putting our hands together to support individuals living with and affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).    Throughout the month, we will be sharing tips and resources on the Kinark Autism Services’ Facebook and Instagram page with the hashtag  #HandsTogether4Autism. We will be wearing blue and getting crafty!  Make sure […]

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