Check out the most recent blog posts by board members, volunteers, and members of the community!
What is Bill 33 and Why We Should Be Paying Attention
Ontario’s education framework is shifting once again with the passing of Bill 33, The Supporting Children and Students Act (2025). The legislation, which has now received Royal Assent, significantly expands
Special Event – Three Parents Sharing Perspectives
Inclusive Education Canada presents – “A Conversation with Parents: Positive Experiences with Inclusive Education” Thursday, February 5 @ 6:00 – 7:00 pm EST Three parents share their perspectives on the
Voice4Ability Radio Sits Down with IAO’s Paula Boutis
Earlier this month, IAO’s President, Paula Boutis, was a guest on the program Voice4Abilty Radio with host Sean Pickard. In this series of interviews with community partners, the aim according
Happy Holidays From All of Us At Inclusion Action Ontario
With 2025 coming to a close, we wanted to send our best wishes to you and yours. Thank you for providing us the opportunity to serve our community and promote
Call for Parent/Guardian Participation – Study “Exploring Parents’ Perceptions of Inclusive Education Climates within School Settings”
The University of Western Ontario has partnered with Monash University and other international collaborators to evaluate parents’ decisions to change their children’s school setting. They are recruiting parents and guardians
EFTO Seeks Student Input for New Series
The Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario (EFTO) has started a series entitled Special Education Needs in the Regular Classroom. The series explores the different exceptionalities recognized by the Ontario Ministry
Back to School brings excitement, angst and IEP season
For kids, back to school is usually an exciting time of year. But for some students, caregivers and parents, it is filled with anxiety, school placement decisions, and the dread
2025 Annual Meeting a Success
On June 22, 2025, IAO held its Annual General Meeting, where we reviewed the year’s successes and challenges, and elected a new board for a one year term. While many