$60M boost for Ontario autism program not enough, critics say

Ontario is boosting its funding for autism services by $60 million over last year, the government announced in its recent budget, and while advocates say the new money is welcome, thousands of children will still be unable to access therapy.

$60M boost for Ontario autism program not enough, critics say
Michael Parsa, Ontario Minister for Children, Community and Social Services, speaks to reporters.

Ontario is boosting its funding for autism services by $60 million over last year, the government announced in its recent budget, and while advocates say the new money is welcome, thousands of children will still be unable to access therapy.